3-DAY ONLINE
WORKSHOP
A Survival Guide:
How to Start a 6-12 Montessori Class
- Live on Zoom + recording
- Nicole Fedorow Rehder
- 14–16 August, 20265:00 - 8.00 p.m. CEST (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
- Price: €127
Structured Six-Week Road Map:
Guided Preparation for Elementary Guides:
Supportive Tools for Real Classrooms:
Confidence Through Clarity:
Workshop Takeaways:
- Step-by-step plans for the first day, the first two weeks, and the first six weeks of school – ready to use in your classroom.
- Tools for building strong relationships with students and families from day one.
- A collection of songs, games, and follow-up work ideas to support connection, orientation, and joyful engagement.
Key Workshop Topics:
- Preparing Yourself Before the First Day – Self-reflection and strategies for building authentic relationships.
- Orientation and Connection – Designing the first day and first two weeks to foster a sense of belonging and purpose.
- Planning the First Six Weeks – Creating routines, systems, and a lesson bank to support independence and flow.
- Understanding the Phases of the School Year – Adapting your approach over time to meet the evolving needs of your students.
Introduction to the Workshop
Are you about to start a new school year in your 6-12 classroom and wondering how to begin?
Join us to create a clear and practical plan for the first six weeks that will help you start the year with calm, confidence, and joy. This workshop will guide you through personal preparation, building relationships, and designing systems and activities for a successful launch.
- A fully online workshop
- 14–16 August, 20265:00 - 8.00 p.m. CEST (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
- Recording accessFor 1 month after the workshop takes place
- Speaker: Nicole Fedorow Rehder
- Price: 127€
What will you learn in the course?
The course is structured across three days.
Day 1
Before the First Day:
Self- Reflection and Building Relationships
- Setting intentions and Goals for the Year
- Phases of the Year and Impact
- Building Successful Relationships
Day 2
The First Day and The First Two Weeks: Orientation and Creating Connections
- Objective of Day One
- Planning Day 1
- Orienting the Students to Expectations
- Objectives for the First Two Weeks
Day 3
The First 6 Weeks: Creating Systems and Building a Bank Of Lessons
- Systems for Success
- Planning and Preparation
- Fantastic Follow-up
- Evaluation Your Success
Registration
MEET THE SPEAKER
Nicole Fedorow Rehder
Nicole has been part of the Montessori community for 20 years. She has worked as a guide at both the 6–9 and 9–12 levels and has also supported new guides in mentoring roles. Nicole is known for her ability to clearly and practically articulate the subtle dynamics of daily life in a Montessori classroom. Her strength lies in translating Montessori principles into realistic, actionable steps that help guides bring the philosophy to life in their everyday practice.
Have you already got your ticket for the workshop?