The American Montessori Society is committed to the development and dissemination of Montessori-related ideas, philosophies, and research.
Whether you’re looking to keep up with the latest Montessori news and research or planning Montessori research of your own, you’ve come to the right place. Perhaps you’re in need of foundational AMS accreditation and affiliation documents? Or searching for our newsletters or award-winning magazine or brochures for your school?
For all of these inquiries and more, we invite you to take advantage of the rich assortment of communications and research resources offered below.
Montessori Life is the award-winning quarterly journal of the American Montessori Society. Each issue serves to provoke thought, promote professional development, provide a forum for discussion of issues and ideas, and keep members current on Society news and opportunities.
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Montessorians around the world share ideas about peace education in the Peace Seed Connection. Created by the AMS Peace Committee, this Web-based newsletter provides practical techniques to educate and advocate for peace and social justice in the classroom and at home.
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The AMS Annual Report highlights the Society’s accomplishments and details our financial health. Electronic versions are archived on our Web site.
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The American Montessori Society Research Library contains significant Montessori-related research and encourages new research that will build an increasingly robust body of knowledge on Montessori education.
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The American Montessori Society Archives document the professional and administrative history of our organization, from its earliest days to the present. The Archives also include information about the Montessori system of education.
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Schools wishing to apply for or to renew accreditation by the American Montessori Society will find step-by-step instructions in the "AMS School Accreditation Handbook."
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The “AMS Handbook for Teacher Education Program Affiliation” is the essential reference for teacher education programs seeking AMS initial affiliation, AMS renewal of affiliation, or substantive changes. The handbook covers AMS standards and requirements for affiliation.
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