ABOUT

Hello! We are the Erdkinder class of MMEC. The Montessori Erdkinder program offers a unique and optimal environment to assist the early adolescent with the transition from childhood to adulthood. The student outcome of the program is a confident older adolescent who is equipped with the indicators that lead to success in broad areas of life. Areas such as academic pursuits, career choices in a new and modern workforce, financial management, healthy personal relationships, and overall well-being are all part of the Erdkinder program. Our learning environment extends beyond the walls of the classroom to incorporate the community and to build a sense of belonging and responsibility. Students engage in 'occupations' - real and meaningful intellectual and hands-on work. This includes the planning, budgeting and organizing of fall and spring multi-day land-based Odyssey trips. Students take on a variety of managerial roles in both occupations and community service. The Erdkinder program, like all true Montessori environments, continues to keep the developmental needs of the student at the centre. We optimize our environment to assist our students through this dynamic period of academic, social, and emotional growth.