How Parker-Chase Preschool in Carrollton Helped a Girl Find Her Voice
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How Parker-Chase Preschool in Carrollton Helped a Girl Find Her Voice
Until Evelyn was almost two years old, she spent her days with her mother, Mary, who worked remotely from home. With her older son already in a preschool program, Mary couldn’t afford a double tuition bill, so like many parents around the country, she relied on YouTube videos to keep her daughter entertained while she…
Read MoreBlack History Month: Remembering Three Black Trailblazers in American Montessori Education
The Montessori Method has grown exponentially across the United States over the past century. And due to the work of three Black Montessori educators, the popular education method has been growing in Black neighborhoods since the 1960s.Let’s meet those three trailblazing women and learn how they helped expand access to Montessori education. Mae Arlene Gadpaille:…
Read MorePodcast: Simple Strategies for Creating a Calmer Home for a Happier Child
@endeavor-schools In the next episode of Endeavor Schools’ Lightbulb Moment Podcast, we talk about how to create a calmer home environment to allay the effects of busy schedules, cluttered spaces and the constant stream of digital distractions. It can often be difficult to create a peaceful and nurturing atmosphere where your child can truly thrive.…
Read MoreCelebrating Black History Month: Dr. Evelyn Moore, Pioneer in Early Childhood Education
Dr. Evelyn Moore was a passionate and committed educator whose influence on early childhood education was profound, particularly through her pivotal role in the Perry Preschool Project. This project, carried out in Ypsilanti, Michigan during the 1960s, was a pioneering study aimed at understanding the long-term benefits of quality preschool education for young Black children…
Read MoreEndeavor Schools Acquires Bergamo Montessori Schools in Sacramento, CA
Endeavor Schools is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Bergamo Montessori Schools, a cherished institution in central California renowned for its commitment to Montessori education. Established in 1975 in Woodland, California, Bergamo Montessori School was founded by Pam Lynn to bring the Montessori method of teaching to families in the Sacramento area. As one of…
Read MoreHow to Build Your Infant’s Concentration Skills
We often associate concentration with older children sitting still and completing tasks, but the foundations of focus are actually laid down much earlier – in infancy! Even tiny babies are capable of paying attention, and understanding how this skill develops can empower parents to nurture their little one’s budding concentration. The Building Blocks of Baby…
Read MorePODCAST: Practical Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season with Small Children
@endeavor-schools The holidays are coming up, which means parents of babies and toddlers are looking forward to time spent with family, but many are also wary of how they will handle their little ones through all the stresses that come during the holidays. The holidays are a time for joy and connection, but for…
Read MoreWhy Project-Based Learning is Growing in Early Childhood Education
Chinese researchers recently conducted a wide-ranging meta-analysis that included 66 studies over a 20-year period covering various age groups on the impacts of project-based learning (PBL). The results found that, overall, PBL significantly enhances students’ learning outcomes, including core literacy, higher-order thinking, and 21st-century skills, compared to traditional teaching methods. This was especially true for…
Read More‘Talking’ Math With Your Child Can Help Them Better Understand Math Concepts
New research suggests that talking about simple math during everyday interactions with your child can help them develop a stronger understanding of math concepts. A recent meta-analysis by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Irvine reviewed 22 studies from 2010 to 2022 and found a strong link between parents’ math…
Read MoreLearn About the Power of Play: How Play Enhances Education
Play in an early childhood education setting can be a useful and highly effective way to help children develop crucial cognitive skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. On October 17th at 7:30 p.m. EST, Endeavor Schools is presenting a free online presentation for parents and educators interested in learning more about how to…
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