Montessori education is built on the idea that learning is lifelong—not just for children, but also for the adults who guide them. Just as Montessori professionals prepare their environments, schools must cultivate autonomy, curiosity, and growth for educators. If the Preparation of the Adult is key, the Montessori Coach can be the catalyst.

In a recent podcast discussion with Dr. Jamila Dugan (she/her) the co-author with Shane Safir of  Street Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation, we were reminded of the importance of staying true to our why.  What was it that brought us to Montessori?  Why do we stay? and more specifically, the value of trusting what we originally said we’d do in public Montessori education.