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Testimonials
"When Blue River Montessori opened in the fall of 2006, we moved our son
from Bay Farm to Blue River because of the flexible schedule, the bright and
cheery setting of the new classroom, and, most importantly, the enthusiasm of
Mrs. Kelly. It was a big step for us to send our first child to a brand new
school. We figured there would be a learning curve for everyone - but the
transition was flawless, and Mrs. Kelly far exceeded our expectations. Our
son is about to finish his second year at Blue River, and he has loved every
minute of it. The best part is that he is having fun while learning. He is
stimulated by projects that incorporate reading, math, science, Spanish, art
history and more. We have even learned a few things from the projects he
has brought home. We have been so impressed with Mrs. Kelly, Mrs.
O'Brien, Mrs. Sigler, and Senorita Lisa. They provide a love of learning in a
nurturing environment. Our first son is more than prepared for kindergarten,
and, now, it is time for our second son to benefit from Blue River Montessori."
Robin and Chad Elliott
Duxbury
"Sonia, we thought that you would be interested to know that Caleigh had her
first day of kindergarten on Monday and she is doing extremely well. Her first
week is almost complete and she has informed us that she is loving every
minute of it. Although Bill and I would like to take all of the credit, we are
both in agreement that one of the main reasons that she is so well prepared for
the kindergarten transition is because of your positive influence. Thanks to
two incredible years at Blue River Montessori School and the time spent
working with the all of the BRMS teachers, and especially thanks to the times
Caleigh worked one on one with you. Sonia, you have cultivated within her a
love for learning and an intense desire to explore new things and experiences.
We know that this will serve her well as she embarks on her new academic
journey. We are very much looking forward to Liam's first day of preschool
at BRMS . We know that his next two years will be full of many new and
exciting learning experiences. Thank you, for all that you have already done
for our children. We will always be grateful to have had the opportunity to be
part of BRMS."
Gail and Bill Tompkins
Kingston
"Sonia, it is hard to believe that three years have passed since we first visited
Blue River Montessori. At that time, construction of the school was not yet
complete, but the vision you described of how the classroom would look by
the first day of school truly excited us about sending Siena to Blue River.
That excitement has turned into a sense of amazement as we have seen the
toddler that entered school back in September of 2006 turn into an inquisitive
and thoughtful little girl, due in large part to the nurturing and creative learning
environment that you have provided. Perhaps the best compliment that we
could offer, however, is to provide Ruby with the same wonderful opportunity
that Siena was able to experience with you. Thank you for providing Siena
with a tremendous educational background in which to prepare for her lifetime
of education. We look forward to seeing Ruby enjoy her time at Blue River as
much as her big sister did."
Tracy and Craig Sheehan
Marshfield
"Sonia has been tutoring my eleven year old daughter, Laura, three hours a
week for about six months. She is one of the most patient, kind, caring, and
understanding educators I have met in the eight years I have had school age
children. She is challenged in meeting my daughter's needs due to learning
difficulties, and yet she never gives up, never gets frustrated or angry. She is
always positive and encouraging. I sometimes listen in while they are working
and I often hear Laura getting excited about what she's learning and
accomplishing. She shouts, 'I get it!!' and I can hear the pride in her voice.
Sonia has changed the way Laura feels about learning; it is no longer the
impossible task it once seemed to be. Anyone enrolling their child in Blue
River Montessori School is giving them an amazing gift and an awesome
beginning!"
Bridget Peterson
Duxbury
"Sonia has a great way with children. My daughter, Julia, took an art class
with her last year. It was fun for Julia as well as instructive. Each week,
Julia would wonder aloud what they were going to do that week. I thought it
was due to the fact that there were only three students in the class. With a
small class, the teacher can really focus on the child. This year, I enrolled
Julia in Sonia's art class and was somewhat apprehensive because there were
six boys and Julia. But Sonia had such a calm manner and awareness of the
child as an individual that it never felt like six boys and a girl; it had been seven
children experiencing art together. I asked Julia what she likes about Sonia
and she said, 'she's kind.' That's a great endorsement for me."
Catherine Lehmann
Duxbury
"When Blue River Montessori opened in the fall of 2006, we moved our son
from Bay Farm to Blue River because of the flexible schedule, the bright and
cheery setting of the new classroom, and, most importantly, the enthusiasm of
Mrs. Kelly. It was a big step for us to send our first child to a brand new
school. We figured there would be a learning curve for everyone - but the
transition was flawless, and Mrs. Kelly far exceeded our expectations. Our
son is about to finish his second year at Blue River, and he has loved every
minute of it. The best part is that he is having fun while learning. He is
stimulated by projects that incorporate reading, math, science, Spanish, art
history and more. We have even learned a few things from the projects he
has brought home. We have been so impressed with Mrs. Kelly, Mrs.
O'Brien, Mrs. Sigler, and Senorita Lisa. They provide a love of learning in a
nurturing environment. Our first son is more than prepared for kindergarten,
and, now, it is time for our second son to benefit from Blue River Montessori."
Robin and Chad Elliott
Duxbury
"Sonia, we thought that you would be interested to know that Caleigh had her
first day of kindergarten on Monday and she is doing extremely well. Her first
week is almost complete and she has informed us that she is loving every
minute of it. Although Bill and I would like to take all of the credit, we are
both in agreement that one of the main reasons that she is so well prepared for
the kindergarten transition is because of your positive influence. Thanks to
two incredible years at Blue River Montessori School and the time spent
working with the all of the BRMS teachers, and especially thanks to the times
Caleigh worked one on one with you. Sonia, you have cultivated within her a
love for learning and an intense desire to explore new things and experiences.
We know that this will serve her well as she embarks on her new academic
journey. We are very much looking forward to Liam's first day of preschool
at BRMS . We know that his next two years will be full of many new and
exciting learning experiences. Thank you, for all that you have already done
for our children. We will always be grateful to have had the opportunity to be
part of BRMS."
Gail and Bill Tompkins
Kingston
"Sonia, it is hard to believe that three years have passed since we first visited
Blue River Montessori. At that time, construction of the school was not yet
complete, but the vision you described of how the classroom would look by
the first day of school truly excited us about sending Siena to Blue River.
That excitement has turned into a sense of amazement as we have seen the
toddler that entered school back in September of 2006 turn into an inquisitive
and thoughtful little girl, due in large part to the nurturing and creative learning
environment that you have provided. Perhaps the best compliment that we
could offer, however, is to provide Ruby with the same wonderful opportunity
that Siena was able to experience with you. Thank you for providing Siena
with a tremendous educational background in which to prepare for her lifetime
of education. We look forward to seeing Ruby enjoy her time at Blue River as
much as her big sister did."
Tracy and Craig Sheehan
Marshfield
"Sonia has been tutoring my eleven year old daughter, Laura, three hours a
week for about six months. She is one of the most patient, kind, caring, and
understanding educators I have met in the eight years I have had school age
children. She is challenged in meeting my daughter's needs due to learning
difficulties, and yet she never gives up, never gets frustrated or angry. She is
always positive and encouraging. I sometimes listen in while they are working
and I often hear Laura getting excited about what she's learning and
accomplishing. She shouts, 'I get it!!' and I can hear the pride in her voice.
Sonia has changed the way Laura feels about learning; it is no longer the
impossible task it once seemed to be. Anyone enrolling their child in Blue
River Montessori School is giving them an amazing gift and an awesome
beginning!"
Bridget Peterson
Duxbury
"Sonia has a great way with children. My daughter, Julia, took an art class
with her last year. It was fun for Julia as well as instructive. Each week,
Julia would wonder aloud what they were going to do that week. I thought it
was due to the fact that there were only three students in the class. With a
small class, the teacher can really focus on the child. This year, I enrolled
Julia in Sonia's art class and was somewhat apprehensive because there were
six boys and Julia. But Sonia had such a calm manner and awareness of the
child as an individual that it never felt like six boys and a girl; it had been seven
children experiencing art together. I asked Julia what she likes about Sonia
and she said, 'she's kind.' That's a great endorsement for me."
Catherine Lehmann
Duxbury
| "The environment itself will teach the child, if every error he makes is manifest to him, without the intervention of a parent or teacher, who should remain a quiet observer of all that happens." -Maria Montessori |
| Please email Sonia Kelly at SKelly@BlueRiverMontessori.org or call (781) 834-4480 for more information. |
| Blue River Montessori School Duxbury, Massachusetts |
