Join us for two unique workshops this summer at the Center for Montessori Advancement.
	Summer workshops at the Center for Montessori Advancement are designed for teachers in both Montessori and non-Montessori classrooms and use the Montessori concept of Sensitive Periods to help you better understand the developmental stages pertaining to reading and writing. Our experienced presenters will help you apply this knowledge and return to the classroom with practical techniques for engaging and teaching students of all ability levels. Last year’s attendees said the instructors were “wonderful, informative and helpful.” Other comments included: All instructors were very knowledgeable and presented material in an engaging way. I was excited to come and knew it would be quality based on previous observations at WMS. The information presented was very pertinent to our classrooms. I loved the film clips and “think, pair and share” opportunities.

	Summer 2012: Reading & Writing Workshops for Teachers
	Registration Information Comprehensive Reading Instruction & Classroom-Based Assessment July 24-26, 2012  Take part in a comprehensive, hands-on examination of a complete curricular stage model for reading instruction.  Following a thorough overview of the developmental stages of reading, you will develop an understanding of how specific texts support your students, from preschool through sixth grade, as they progress along the reading continuum. Significant time will be spent in age-level discussions. Participants will draw connections between the Montessori concept of Sensitive Periods  and current reading instruction research while learning to recognize when students are moving "off-track." Practical instructional strategies will be offered to meet the needs of typical, advanced and struggling readers.  The 6+1 Traits of Writing July 31 - August 2, 2012  During this three-day workshop, you will be introduced to the popular 6+1 analytic model—providing you with classroom practices to help students in grades K-6 identify quality in writing, manage their own writing process, practice effective revision and editing, and become confident writers. Classroom, special education and English language teachers; literary coaches and trainers; curriculum specialists; and school and district administrators are encouraged to attend.