Michele Sacerdote

While the Montessori Children's School, Hanover NH had once a week outdoor program prior to the pandemic, new COVID-19 protocols inspired us to expand our outdoor education to four days a week. With small rotating cohorts spending one morning a week outside, we needed a teacher who would spearhead the program. Michele took on this role and created a year-long program, with weekly lessons both educational and engaging. Every day, she teaches the lesson at circle, oftentimes including songs, books, and movement. The children then go on nature walks on our 8+ acres of land, with trails connecting to the Appalachian trails. Oftentimes the children conduct science experiments or nature activities, or simply observe nature, using their senses.