Open House for Prospective Families

Where curiosity meets challenge.

We’re opening our doors to prospective families! Join us for a New School Montessori Open House and see what Montessori looks like in action—from focused work cycles to meaningful, hands-on learning across our K–8 classrooms.

Tour our historic Columbia Avenue campus, meet Montessori-trained teachers, observe classrooms, and learn how curiosity grows into confidence, independence, and real-world problem solving.

✨ Stop by Anytime Between 8:00am and 2:45pm
✨ Classroom observations by age level
✨ Time for questions and conversation

📅 RSVP required 
🔗 https://www.newschool.net/enroll/

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Grandparents Day (Elementary, Upper Elementary, & Middle School)

Grandparents are invited to visit your child’s classroom, then enjoy a breakfast treat with them. We look forward to welcoming grandparents for a morning of connection and discovery.

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) is once again partnering with the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) to offer our school their Virtual Parent Series.

Dr. Shefali will introduce the principles of conscious parenting— a revolutionary approach that shifts the traditional paradigm from control to connection. Participants will explore how their own conditioning and emotional patterns influence their parenting style, and how self-awareness is the key to raising emotionally healthy and resilient children. With practical tools and heartfelt wisdom, Dr. Shefali will guide parents to move beyond reactivity and into deeper, more authentic relationships with their children. Parents will leave feeling empowered to foster mindfulness, empathy, and independence in their homes. There will be a special focus for parents of children ages 5–18.

Conscious Parenting: Raising Resilient, Self-aware & Connected Children
Dr. Shefali Tsabary, Clinical Psychologist & Author
Wed, May 6, 2026 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT

NSM families, faculty, & staff can register via the link sent in our weekly newsletter, SNAP.

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) is once again partnering with the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) to offer our school their Virtual Parent Series.

Feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges of modern parenting? Join Professor Laurie Santos of Yale University to learn science-backed strategies for happier parenting. We will tackle topics like rethinking time management, dealing with tough feelings like guilt and frustration, navigating your child’s academic stress and screen time, and how to avoid the trap of overparenting. We also will see why parents need to prioritize their own well-being, not just to help themselves but to create a happier, healthier family life. This session is for parents of children of all ages with a special focus on middle-grade to teen years.

Happier Parenting: Evidence-based Strategies for Improving Parent Happiness
Laurie Santos, Yale University
Wed, Apr 15, 2026 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT

NSM families, faculty, & staff can register via the link sent in our weekly newsletter, SNAP.

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) is once again partnering with the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) to offer our school their Virtual Parent Series.

Young people have an innate need to be respected and admired. But few parents understand how to harness it. David Yeager can help. An expert on the psychology of grit and persistence, Yeager has spent years researching how to motivate and equip young people for success. He can show us why our conventional methods of communicating with young people aged 10 to 25 tend to leave everyone frustrated, and he can teach us a better way of ensuring the younger generation feels inspired, enthusiastic, and empowered to do their best work. Learn how to adopt what he calls the “mentor mindset,” a leadership style that taps into young people’s desire for respect. He offers highly effective and surprisingly easy-to-learn practices: like being transparent about your goals rather than expecting your children to read your mind or holding them to high standards rather than coddling them. This is crucial for anyone who wants to be a more effective parent.

10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People
Tue, Feb 10, 2026 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EST

NSM families, faculty, & staff can register via the link sent in our weekly newsletter, SNAP.

Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) is once again partnering with the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS) to offer our school their Virtual Parent Series.

Join Dr. Tina Payne Bryson as she shares transformative ideas that can serve as a go-to guide for parents and caregivers. With candid stories, compassion, and humor, Bryson will address the challenges we see in everyday parenting and help us approach them from a brain-based lens. She will revisit the true meaning of the word discipline—to teach so that kids learn essential skills—and show caregivers how “chasing the why” behind behaviors and combining nurture with structure can help us shift behaviors, strengthen relationships, and improve discipline.

Elevating Discipline with the Brain in Mind
Tue, Jan 13, 2026 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EST

NSM families, faculty, & staff can register via the link sent in our weekly newsletter, SNAP.

NSM Roller Skating Meet-Up

Saturday, March 14th
10:00am – 12:00pm

We will have the whole rink to ourselves, so bring the WHOLE family! THE CONCESSION STAND WILL BE OPEN!

Bring your own skates or rent them there. Entrance fee is complimentary.

Please contact Alejandra with any questions.

June 3 – Bright Colors channeling sunny vibes; tropical shirts, sunglasses, bright accessories

May 6 – Crazy Hair Day

• June 3 – Bright Colors channeling sunny vibes; tropical shirts, sunglasses, bright accessories

April 22 – Earth Day – Wear green, blue, or earthy tones

• May 6 – Crazy Hair Day
• June 3 – Bright Colors channeling sunny vibes; tropical shirts, sunglasses, bright accessories