We the Peacemakers: How Montessori Makes Peace

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Learn about daily soup, a sidewalk building project and reactions to the word “peace” in an interview Anita Pishko, founder and director of Central Montessori School in Richmond, Virginia.  This video talks about Central’s relationships with Frog Bottom Farm and artist Sahin Altug.

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richmond skylineMy first school visit was a whirlwind of excitement.  Central Montessori School, is located in the downtown Church Hill neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia. In its third year, Central Montessori School offers a full-year, full-day Montessori program for children from toddler through lower elementary.

I had the opportunity to visit all of the classroom environments and meet the dedicated staff. The school founder and director, Anita Pishko, sat down with me for an interview about Central’s approach to creating a peaceable community among the children and the larger community. Our conversation was thought-provoking and really got to the heart of what I might describe as a “whole child, whole world” approach to peace. I can’t wait to share the video!

Skyline photo credit: Jim from Richmond, VA


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