Hope and excitement abound as we gather again this year to learn from, grow with, and enjoy each other in a community we are creating, nurturing, and strengthening on a daily basis.  By being aware of our purpose, embracing our goals, and supporting each other’s development, Maple Classroom will explore much of what the universe has to offer, such is the nature of Montessori’s cosmic education for the elementary child.  Thank you for sharing your learners with us and participating in this portion of their journey to reach their full potential.

- Karin Church

“The child who has felt a strong love for his surroundings and for all living creatures, who has discovered joy and enthusiasm in work, gives us reason to hope that humanity can develop in a new direction.”

-Dr. Maria Montessori, Education and Peace

Maple

Upper Elementary
4th through 6th Year

Karin Church, Upper Elementary Guide

B.A. University of California at Davis, French, International Relations, J.D. Boston University School of Law
AMI Montessori Elementary Certification, The Montessori Training Center of Minnesota

The Children's House experience (2007 - present):
YCC Support, Elementary Classroom Support, Upper Elementary Guide

Living in the Traverse City area since 2005, Karin has greatly enjoyed spending time with her family at home and on the many stunning beaches and gorgeous trails available. Recent empty-nesters, she and Bill also love to visit their children at their respective colleges, garden, read and attend a variety of music and theatre performances at local venues.

Rachel Atkins,
Classroom Support

Virginie Kanner,
Classroom Support

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