Programs
Preprimary (ages 2-1/2 to 6)
The basic areas of experience in a preprimary classroom are practical life, sensorial, math, language and cultural. Children work at their own pace with self-correcting materials. These didactic materials progress incrementally in difficulty, move from the concrete to the abstract and function as additional teachers in the classroom. The children choose, with guidance which works they will do. This “freedom within limits” fosters independence and responsibility. Respect for self, others and the environment is a guiding principle in the Montessori environment. Social development is encouraged by allowing children to interact spontaneously while respecting the rights of others. In the multi-aged classroom the young child looks to the older child for guidance, both socially and in the academic arena, which in turn gives the older child a high level of self-esteem and a sense of responsibility.
Elementary (ages 6 to 10)
Students build upon skills and concepts introduced in the Preprimary program. The concrete materials enable the children to continue work at their own pace in an environment that nurtures a love of learning. The Montessori elementary curriculum provides unlimited opportunities for exploration of interdependent study areas, including mathematics, geometry, grammar, reading, history, geography, earth science, zoology, botany, art, science and music. Elementary students are not only oriented toward intellectual investigation and discovery but also toward the building of community. Through constructive group activities, students learn to solve conflicts peacefully and gain valuable interpersonal skills. Self-actualization blossoms and understanding deepens as students are afforded the opportunity to learn in a multi-aged grouping.
Music Program
RMS offers an exceptional music program that includes instruction in playing instruments, singing and musical notation.
Physical Education
Students are taught the importance of physical fitness and encouraged to achieve their individual potential.
Foreign Language
Spanish is taught to the students
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
RMS offers a Montessori religious formation program. It is rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the church and the educational principles of Maria Montessori. Children gather in an “atrium”, a room prepared for them, which contains simple yet beautiful material they can use. They are introduced to the articles of the eucharist, the baptismal signs and teachings from the Bible including the Good Shepherd, the infancy narratives and the parables of the Kingdom. Learn More
Hot Lunch
For a nominal fee each month, parents may select a catered hot lunch option for children participating in extended day classes.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Kenpo Karate
Tuesdays 3:00 – 3:30 P.M.
Rick Fowler
www.rfkenpo.com
Ballet/Tap
Fridays 3:00-3:45, 3:45-4:30 P.M.
The Kids Dance Company
www.kidsdancecompany.com
Art
Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:00-3:45 p.m., 4:00-4:45 p.m.
Abrakadoodle
www.abrakadoodle.com/TX02.html
Drumming
Mondays 3:00-3:45 p.m., 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Michael Kenny