How can administrators successfully implement and sustain a dual language program in a Montessori school? In this presentation, Melissa Rohan shares her experience leading Waterfront Academy, a Catholic, bilingual (Spanish-English) Montessori school founded in 2013. She provides a practical and philosophical framework for school leaders looking to integrate dual immersion while staying true to Montessori principles.
✨ Key Topics Covered:
The educational, cognitive, and long-term benefits of dual language immersion
Challenges administrators face when launching and maintaining bilingual programs
Strategic planning and vision alignment for staff, teachers, and families
Leveraging Montessori’s planes of development to support language acquisition
Building strong school–home partnerships for language reinforcement
Assessment and accountability tools for consistent program success
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