Why Interactions Matter: From Graduate Research to the CLASS Tool While earning my master’s degree in Child Development, I had the privilege of being advised and taught by Dr. Lynda Stone—an expert in teacher-child interactions with decades of research in the field. Her work inspired me to conduct my own research on how teachers interact […]
What Is Considered a Small Class Size, Anyway? When I think of a small class size, I think of thirteen students. In my experience, this number creates the ideal setting for quality learning to take place. Research backs this up. A well-known study from Tennessee conducted in the 1980s found that smaller class sizes led […]
The STEAM Summer Program 2025 Unlock your child’s creativity and curiosity this summer at American River Montessori! Is your child aged 4-6? Give them the chance to explore, experiment, and thrive with our STEAM Summer Camp Program at ARM! WHAT’S IN STORE? Hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities. A safe, engaging environment for […]