Webinar Description:
In the heart of every Montessori environment lies an invitation to transformation—not just for the children we serve, but for every adult who walks alongside them in this sacred work. This profound session unveils The Wonder Cycle, a natural, deeply philosophical framework that illuminates how authentic growth unfolds when we align ourselves with the universal patterns that govern all development. Whether you’re a classroom guide discovering the magic of your prepared environment, a school leader nurturing your community’s evolution, or a parent seeking to understand your child’s unfolding journey, this exploration reveals how creating conditions for genuine transformation becomes not only possible, but inevitable when we honor nature’s own design.
Drawing from the rich wellspring of Montessori’s cosmic vision and contemporary insights into human development, we’ll journey together through both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of this transformative cycle. You’ll discover how wonder serves as the catalyst for deep learning, how to recognize and nurture the natural rhythms of growth in both children and adults, and why understanding these universal patterns can revolutionize your approach to education and community building. This is both a philosophical deep dive into the essence of human potential and a treasure trove of immediately applicable strategies that will breathe new life into your daily practice—whether you’re guiding a toddler’s first explorations or stewarding an entire school’s vision for the future.
Please note: You may register at any time before the live event on January 28th, 2025.
Registration for the event will close at 6:45 PM, 15 minutes before the start time. Be sure to secure your spot early!
Individual Registration:
About Tammy Oesting:
Tammy Oesting MEd (she, her) is an internationally known Montessori speaker and teacher educator and self-identifies as a practitioner of awe and wonder. With 30 years in Montessori education, she now serves educators globally through her company ClassrooMechanics as a coach and speaker. She is an adjunct faculty member of The Institute for Educational Studies graduate program and she cultivates content creators for Trillium Montessori. Tammy is widely published and is a founding member of Montessori Everywhere receiving the 2021 AMS Community Service Award. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Tammy has had a lifetime of travel and adventure including 9 years traveling the world as a nomad and supporting Montessori communities before settling in New Mexico, where she serves Montessori as a board member of the Montessori Network of NM. Her professional passions include issues of social justice, educating support staff, neuroscience as applied to educational practices, and exploring the magnificence of the universe. AMS-credentialed (Early Childhood, Elementary)
