Being a teacher at FSMA is something special. We have assembled an incredible team of teachers and as we grow in students next year, we will be adding new staff members. As a school one of our goals is to attract, develop, and retain the best...
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Throughout the month of December, our 4th, 5th and 6th grade students are taught by some very special Artists in Residence. Thanks to a grant from the Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education, multiple artists came to FSMA. Students took part...
MoreHow do classrooms study the holidays?
In the winter season, there are a number of cultural celebrations. In many ways, winter celebrations are centered on community so it is a great opportunity to inspire a spirit of gratefulness and goodwill in our Montessori classrooms. As children...
MoreFSMA Yoga Club: What is Yoga for Tweens?
“I can’t wait to do the relaxing part!” This is what I usually hear when I greet my 4th – 6th grade Yoga Club on Thursday afternoons, their faces beaming because they know for the next hour I will help them completely relax in a safe...
MoreFSMA Apparel
Ever wonder where everyone gets their cool FSMA gear? The FSMA Online Apparel Store is now open! If you are interested in t-shirts, athletic wear, sweatshirts and more, be sure sure to check it out. The store will remain open until November...
MoreOur Tree Is Growing
Over the weekend, our incredible “tree” has grown roots (and we mean this literally). Jeremy Panula has brought us his skills and talents once more and has handcrafted roots and added them to our tree display on the 2nd floor of the...
MoreFree Parent Seminar
MTAD (Montessori Teachers Association of Delaware) is hosting a Parent Education Event entitled, Montessori Education: A Logical Intervention for ALL Children and presented by Jennifer Fulton. Parenting children with unique needs can be a...
More4th/5th/6th Grade: Overnight Trip
150 students, 18 staff members, 24 chaperones, 50,000 steps logged on our fitbits, 18 midnight trips to the bathroom, 0 emergency visits (even if you are the principal’s son) and a huge amount of learning/fun. This annual trip is just...
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