absorbent minds parent portal

by Verla Glover 4 min read

What is the absorbent mind in Montessori?

What is the Absorbent Mind in Montessori? The absorbent mind describes a child’s ability to take in information through their environment and their experiences by using their own “ mental muscles ” This ability begins from the moment of birth and lasts till the age of about six.

Why choose absorbent minds?

Nestled in the heart of Highland Creek, Absorbent Minds offers a cozy school community feel that is simply a home away from home. Surrounded by plush gardens, and an abundance of outdoor space Absorbent Minds combines the perfect balance between a strong academic education and a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

When is a child considered to be an unconscious absorber?

From ages 0-3, a child is considered an unconscious absorber. From the ages 3-6, the child absorbs information in a conscious manner.

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What is oncare SSL?

A. OnCare uses SSL from DigiCert which provides the strongest encryption available, using 2048-bit and SHA-2. This ensures secure transmission between the client browser and Servers. OnCare Application and Data Servers are hosted with AWS cloud infrastructure.#N#AWS cloud infrastructure has been architected to be one of the most flexible and secure cloud computing environments available today. It provides a reliable, and scalable, platform that enables us to host and maintain applications securely. Ref: https://aws.amazon.com/security/platform/ Firewalls are implemented through AWS Security Groups. Unwanted Ports are blocked to avoid DoS attacks and security breaches.#N#OnCare stores Personally Identifiable Information (PII) data in an encrypted format.

Do I need to complete my child's enrollment in the Parent Portal?

A. Yes, part of our enrollment requirement is to complete the family and child information required in your Parent Portal Account. Once your information is updated and complete, along with required forms turned in your child will then be eligible for acceptance into our program.

Do you get monthly statements from your parent portal?

A. Yes! You will still receive monthly statements emailed to the email account (s) associated with your Parent Portal. Your online access through the Portal will simply give you access to these records (for viewing and download) at any time throughout the month.

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Communication is a high priority for us. You should always know what is happening at AMMS. To keep you informed we utilize several forms of communication: Transparent Classroom, REMIND, email, and Facebook. Follow the directions below to connect with us and receive all school communications.

School Supplies

Edukit Program AMMS offers the EduKit program as a convenient option for busy families to order school supplies.

21-22 Covid Plan of Operation

Your child’s safety is extremely important to us. We want your child to feel safe and you to feel comfortable when bringing them to school. It is our desire and goal to continue in-person learning together full-time.

ABOUT US

Choosing how your child will be educated, especially in the early formative years, can be the most important decision you make regarding your child’s future. Research proves that early childhood school education can have a lifetime impact on your child.

MISSION STATEMENT

Guided by the Montessori philosophy, our mission is to provide a caring school community that nurtures the child’s natural curiosity for learning and supports the full development of his academic, social, artistic, physical and life skills. Our vision is to cultivate a natural desire to learn and to inspire children to realize their full potential.

What is the absorbent mind?

The absorbent mind describes a child’s ability to take in information through their environment and their experiences by using their own “ mental muscles ” This ability begins from the moment of birth and lasts till the age of about six. This occurs in the first plane of development and is divided into two subcategories.

When is a child considered an unconscious absorber?

From ages 0-3, a child is considered an unconscious absorber. From the ages 3-6 , the child absorbs information in a conscious manner. Parents hear the phrase and often interpret it to mean that they should take advantage of this period of rapid brain development and teach their child everything the parent knows, or even worse, ...

What is a prepared environment for children?

This gives the child a change to experience each rod’s length and weight. A prepared environment is a calm and orderly place for children to take in information on their own terms!

What can a child do with their freedom?

A child may choose to paint, wash a table, and work with any material they choose. This freedom of choice lends itself to the development of self-discipline. Along with this prepared environment, you’ll notice children have the freedom of movement, which any parent knows is a must for young children.

Do children owe their development to their parents?

This opens the idea to the concept that children doesn’t owe their development to their parents. It’s the child who develops into the adult.

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Parent Portal | Online Account Access

  • Parent Portal Login If you do not have an account or forgot your login information please email SchoolOffice@thesmarterkids.com. Problems with your Parent Portal? Click here for FAQs NEW STUDENT PROFILE: First Year Primary Student Profile | First Year Elementary Student Profile
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Student Arrival/Departure Procedure

  • Check-in/out Procedure | I1Core Family App Instructions All parents (or authorized persons) will need to download 1Core Family App on their mobile phone in order to check in/out their child, access their online account, add Authorized persons, and more! Arrival/Departure Classroom arrival/departure time | Assigned school entrance/exit. Before/After Care & Late Arrival Late Arriv…
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Connect with Us!

  • 1Core Family App All parents (or authorized persons) will need to download 1Core App on their mobile phone in order to check in/out their child, access their online account, add Authorized persons, and more! Information & Download Instructions for 1Core App Transparent Classroom Transparent Classroom is your direct connection to your child’s progress within the classroom. …
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AMMS School Supply Kit Information

  • 22-23 School Supply Program, Kit Content & Fee Information Questions about Indoor Shoes (to be kept at school/inside classroom only)? Indoor shoes (can be sturdy slippers) need to be plain, free of cartoon/movie characters and stay on your child’s feet when walking. No slip-on, open-back slippers. Please select slip-on shoes that fasten to your child’s feet with Velcro or elastic. Indoor …
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