The mission of Sterling Montessori is to create a diverse educational community, grounded in the Montessori philosophy and teaching practices, that fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking in its students. We strive to empower each student to become life-long learners who respect themselves, others and their environment.

Counseling - Resources

ABOUT SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING (S.E.L.) & ZONES OF REGULATION S.E.L. LIBRARY & VIDEO RESOURCES SAFE CIRCLES & SAY SOMETHING GRIEF & SUICIDE PREPARING FOR HIGH SCHOOL RESOURCES

Bullying/Harassment

Careers

Character Development

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Grief

SUGGESTED MONTHLY CHARACTER THEMES:

August/September

SELF DISCIPLINE

Demonstrating hard work and commitment to purpose; regulating yourself for improvement and restraining from inappropriate behaviors.

October

KINDNESS

Being considerate, courteous, helpful and understanding of others; showing care, compassion, friendship, generosity and treating others as you would like to be treated.

November

GOOD JUDGEMENT

Choosing worthy goals and setting proper priorities; thinking throught eh consequences of your actions.

December

RESPECT

Acting with tolerance, courtesy, and dignity toward one another and understanding that all people have value as human beings.

January

RESPONSIBILITY

Being dependable in carrying out obligations and duties; showing reliability and consistency in words and conduct; being accountable for your own actions; and being committed to active involvement in your community.

February

INTEGRITY

Having the inner strength to be truthful, trustworthy and honest in all things; acting justly and honorably.

March

COURAGE

Having the determination to do the right thing even when others don't and the strength to follow your conscious rather than the crowd, and attempting difficult things that are worthwhile.

April

PERSERVERANCE

Being persistent in the pursuit of worthy objectives in spite of difficulty, opposition, or discouragement; and exhibiting patience and having the fortitude to try again when confronted with delays, mistakes or failures.