Webinar: Practical Life in the 21st Century: Guiding Children in an AI-Driven Era with Jorge Haro!

This engaging and thought-provoking webinar invites educators to rethink the role of Practical Life in today’s rapidly changing world. In an era shaped by AI, increased screen time, and growing uncertainty, children need more than academic knowledge; they need the human skills that allow them to adapt, connect, and thrive. Drawing from Montessori principles and real classroom experience, Jorge Haro explores how Practical Life serves as the foundation for developing executive function, responsibility, collaboration, and true independence. Participants will leave with a renewed understanding of why “real life” work is more essential than ever. More importantly, this session goes beyond theory and into action. Jorge shares concrete, modern examples of how Practical Life can evolve across all planes of development, from Primary to Upper Elementary, integrating real-world skills such as time management, problem-solving, digital creation, and civic responsibility. With inspiring stories and practical strategies you can implement immediately, this webinar will challenge you to shift your perspective and empower you to design meaningful experiences that prepare children not just for school but for life.

Proposed Audience: This session is intended for all Montessori guides and administrators.

How to Register For This Event:

Please note: You may register at any time before the live event on June 1st, 2026.

Registration for the event will close at 6:45 PM, 15 minutes before the start time. Be sure to secure your spot early!

Presenter Bio:

Jorge Haro was born in Zaragoza, Spain, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (1998) and Sociology (2000). He began his career in market research, leading his own company and serving as a guest instructor at several colleges in Madrid. In 2008, he moved to Lakeland, Florida, where he transitioned into education and earned his Florida Teaching Certificate for K–6 and Spanish (K–12) in 2010. Jorge has been a Montessori educator since 2010, working in public charter schools as both an assistant and lead teacher. After 13 years in Lower Elementary classrooms, he now serves as a lead teacher in Upper Elementary at Magnolia Montessori Academy in Lakeland, Florida, a role he has held for the past three years. He earned his CGMS Montessori Elementary Certification (ages 6–12) in 2014. Since 2017, Jorge has worked with CGMS in multiple roles, including Instructional Guide, Summer Instructor, Practicum Advisor, and Field Consultant, and has led numerous Montessori professional development courses. A dynamic and practical presenter, Jorge has shared his work at conferences such as IMC, MEPI, AMS, and Children Change the World. His sessions are known for connecting Montessori philosophy with clear, actionable classroom practices.