Workshops

Bring HMEI to you! 
Hope Montessori Educational Institute offers online and in-person workshops for school communities, assistant guides, lead guides, and families. Our instructors are experts in the areas of Montessori philosophy,  observation, preparation of the teacher, Infant & Toddler Development, Early Childhood Development, building school community, and family partnerships.  We will work with you to create a workshop that meets the needs of your audience.  Fill out the form below to bring an HMEI workshop to your school community!

Please complete this form 8-16 weeks before your preferred date. This will allow us to obtain Missouri professional development approval and create your workshop. 



Assistant Centered Workshops at HMEI!
Hope Montessori Educational Institute offers in-person workshops at our beautiful Lake Saint Louis campus for assistant guides throughout the year.  These workshops explore Montessori from the perspective of the assistant guide and are a great way to deepen your understanding of Montessori, the role of the assistant guide in the environment, and developing as a professional.  Missouri professional development hours will be available for each session.  

Save the date for this amazing workshop series!

Session 1: Presence and Problem Solving: A Workshop for Montessori Assistant Guides
August 8, 2024  1:00pm - 3:30pm  
August 10, 2024  9:00am - 11:30am

Session 2: Was it Really a 'Bad Day'? Reframing Expectations Based on Child Development Principles
November 2, 2024  9:00am - 11:30am 
November 13, 2024 6:pm - 8pm (online)  

Session 3: Caring Routines: Fostering Connection & Independence with Young Children 
April 19, 2025  9:00am - 11:30am Register Here

Session 4: Creating Calm: Mindfulness Techniques for Montessori Assistant Teachers
April 23, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm (online) Register Here