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HomeMy WebLinkAboutProclamation 02/23/2015 _ .. . 3 Nit. _ . . _. . . . *0'7°, T 'Iteitpof etaIIIl a , .. .. .. t � rottamation I PETAL MA MONTESSORI EDUCATION WEEK-FEBRUARY 22-28,2015 ► WHEREAS, based on her observations of children and the manner by which they learn, Dr. Maria Montessori developed an innovative philosophy of education in the early 1900's that continues to influence learning across Petaluma; and WHEREAS, a system for education for children from birth through the age of eighteen, ' the Montessori program uses materials,techniques, and observations that support the students' natural development; encourages their learning, independence, and self-confidence; and advances the principles of peace through responsible citizenship; and WHEREAS,the Montessori Method includes developmental teaching, one-to-one lessons, and the promotion of respect among the children and peace to humankind; and WHEREAS, countless children in Petaluma have benefited from our local Montessori infant-toddler, preschools, and elementary programs; and WHEREAS, a like-minded community of educators, families, and citizens have expanded public educational options in Petaluma by ensuring that all children may have the advantages of a Montessori education through the establishment of a public program, River Montessori Charter School; and WHEREAS,the City of Petaluma has assisted in this process by supporting grass roots efforts to improve educational alternatives in the community, and honors the Montessori philosophy of education for peace. NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT I, David Glass, Mayor of Petaluma, along with the members of the Petaluma City Council, do hereby proclaim February 22-28, 2015 as Petaluma Montessori Education Week in recognition of those who helped establish River Montessori Charter School, and encourage all Petalumans to recognize the valuable contribution made by Montessori schools to children in our City. cze ' w David 9 a yaz ''00.-_.•- '1*-4.;°-'\,'\1 '`...-- eLcuite=t) 1 / \`:- - -