Kid Profiles

Welcome to Western Royal Montessori! 

Helping one of my Class 6 students, Shem, with French homework

I realize I always mention that my kids are amazing, so I wanted to share some glimpses into the lives of a few of my students. One of the very cool things about having my dad and sister visit was that it really made me notice things I would have maybe missed, like Francis ringing the bell between classes with so much enthusiasm. So here's some brief profiles on some of my Class 4, 5, and 6 students!

DIANA- Age 9, Class 4.

Unofficially runs the whole school. Frequently rummaging through the back cupboard, perpetually handing out exercise books, and updating the timetable. She could easily be running the country one day.

MAXSWELLA- Age 9, Class 4.

Diana’s sidekick. Always found doing something useful. Prime example being the whole class is in chaos playing Math Quiz Competition and she is calmly standing at the front of the room keeping score. She always has to lend me her math notebook so that I know what the previous teacher has already covered… when I think back to my organizational skills when I was in grade 4, I’m even more impressed with her!

KELVIN- Age 9, Class 4.

Mr. Optimism. Guaranteed to be the first to have his hand in the air whenever I ask a question. Sure, he gets it wrong most of the time, but he never quits trying! Also is constantly the one asking me if we’re playing a game today in Creative Arts.

MUSICAL CHAIR BOYS- age 9, Class 4.

3 or 4 boys who sit in the back of the class who are constantly switching seats, but always quietly and subtely. You’ll rarely catch them if you’re teaching, but sure enough, it’s not often that all 3 will be in the same seats that they started class in.

FAUSTINA- Age 10, Class 5

If I hear a knock on my door and a voice saying “Madam, we have math class right now” there’s a good chance it’ll be Faustina. With strong leadership skills and a heart of gold, I have no problem lending her my personal art supplies, as I know they’ll always be returned on time and in perfect condition.

ISSACKA- Age 10, Class 5

Incredibly bright for his age and always the first to know the answer in math class. Reminds be of a lot of students in my math class from back home! He’s always willing to help other students, and very mature for being 10 years old. He’s also one of the drummers at Worship on Wednesday mornings, and is always found smiling.

SALLY- Age 10, Class 5.

The only student in any of my classes with a learning disability. Her disability prevents her from speaking, so it’s hard for me to tell if she understands what I’m teaching. One of the most inspirational things I’ve seen at my school is how much the other kids help her. They really do all look out for her, and do not need any encouragement to lend a helping hand. I’ve always said that my students take care of me more than I take care of them, and it’s the exact same with Sally. It’s the little things that prove that she’s like every other kid, whether that’s seeing her face light up when getting her picture taken, or telling me using body language and gestures to put the cap back on the board marker when I’m not using it!

FRANCIS- Age 11, Class 6

Francis is the school’s bell kid. His job is to ring the bell between classes and announce the period, snack time, lunch time, etc. You always know when class is going to change because he never muffles the bell as he walks down the hall. He manages to yell his announcement for the whole school to hear, and always looks pleased with himself to be the bell kid!