Dear IMC Members...
During this holiday season,
much is different in our daily
lives. We have been through so
much together during 2020; this
surely will be a year to remember.
Typically, this time of year, we
are celebrating, gathering with
family, traveling, and taking
stock of the past year while
planning for the next. Although
we are finding safe ways to
move forward with our lives, so
much is still unknown. We have
learned that while we remain
optimistic about the future,
we must also accept that our
planning and projections require
agility and resourcefulness.
As Montessorians, we have
shown perseverance, adaptability,
and resiliency. What
I know will continue to carry us
through, to provide solace,
In service of children and families,
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during difficult times is our
practice of gratitude. In every
moment of every day, we can
focus on something for which we
are grateful. Our focus will often
be on the smallest of things,
such as fresh air to breathe
(when it is safe to unmask-:), a
sunny day, a moment of silence,
or the smile of a loved one.
Additionally, we may focus on
our strong school community,
the strength we didn’t realize
we had, that we kept our staff
employed, and how well we
served children.
At IMC, we are grateful for our
members, task force leaders,
volunteers, and Montessori
Foundation staff members who
serve our Montessori community,
including school leaders,
faculties, families, and students.
You are our community and our
inspiration!
Kathy Leitch, Executive Director
International Montessori Council
/IMC