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The Montessori Mindset, a podcast by Waterfront Academy

by Melissa Rohan

Welcome to The Montessori Mindset, a podcast by Waterfront Academy, where education meets inspiration. Hosted by Melissa Rohan — educator, founder, and Montessori school leader — this show explores the transformative power of Montessori philosophy and child-centered education in today’s world. Each episode features insightful conversations with educators, child development experts, and visionary school founders who are shaping the future of learning. Together, we dive deep into topics like language acquisition, executive function, faith and character formation, independence, and preparing children for lifelong success. But this podcast isn’t just theory — it’s practical, too. You’ll also find recordings of parent workshops packed with actionable tips and strategies to help you support your child’s development at home, from nurturing focus and curiosity to creating purposeful environments and fostering bilingual learning. In This Podcast, You’ll Discover: Expert advice on Montessori education, early childhood development, and parenting.Inspiring stories from school founders and educators leading innovative programs.Step-by-step guidance from real parent workshops to bring Montessori principles into your daily life.Honest conversations about challenges, growth, and the joy of raising confident, capable children. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, homeschooler, or simply passionate about how children learn best, The Montessori Mindset offers wisdom, inspiration, and practical tools to support the journey — from the classroom to the home, and everywhere in between.

Latest episodes

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Parent Workshop: The Power of Family Game Night

Send us Fan Mail This workshop explores the profound impact of family game night on children's development, emotional intelligence, and family bonds. Melissa Rohan

Sep 4
29 min

Q&A with Melissa (Ep 9): Why So Many Kids Struggle to Read

Send us Fan Mail Melissa Rohan discusses the critical state of literacy in America, the importance of early childhood interventions, and practical ways parents can suppo

Aug 28
25 min

Montessori Mindset: Building Thriving Montessori Communities. A Conversation with Kristina Danowski

Send us Fan Mail Join Melissa Rohan on this episode of Montessori Mindset as she sits down with Kristina Danowski, Head of School at Renaissance Montessori School. With

Aug 21
42 min

Parent Workshop: Growing Together. Gardening with Children in Every Space

Send us Fan Mail Can you garden with children if you live in an apartment or a small city home? Absolutely. In this Montessori parent workshop, we'll explore how

Aug 14
41 min

Montessori Mindset: How NCEA Supports 140,000 Educators and 1.6 Million Students

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Melissa Rohan interviews Mary McElroy, a leader in Catholic education and new head of the National Catholic Educational Associ

Aug 7
36 min

My First Book is HERE! 📚 Nurturing Global Citizens + Big Announcement

Send us Fan Mail It’s finally here… my first book, Nurturing Global Citizens, is officially published and available for purchase! 📚 This book has been a labor of love—b

May 5
9 min

Q&A with Melissa Rohan | Episode 8: The Montessori Advantage

Send us Fan Mail Join Melissa Rohan, Founder and President of Waterfront Academy in Washington, D.C., as she dives into the core values of Montessori education. From nav

Apr 23
31 min

Montessori Mindset: A Conversation with Jennifer Daniels on Forming Faithful Citizens

Send us Fan Mail Join host Melissa Rohan, founder and head of school at Waterfront Academy, for a deep dive into the future of education, faith, and civic engagement. In

Apr 21
34 min

Montessori Mindset: A Conversation with Catholic Montessori Institute on Merging Faith & Pedagogy

Send us Fan Mail How do we harmonize the deep traditions of the Catholic faith with the brilliance of Montessori education? In this episode of the Montessori Mindset, ho

Apr 16
42 min

Montessori Mindset: A Conversation with Divine Mercy Academy

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Maria Montessori began her revolutionary work with children labeled "unteachable." In this episode of The Montessori Mindset, we return to those roo

Apr 14
45 min

Virtual Parent Workshop: Picking the Right School for your Child

Send us Fan Mail Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to find the right school for your child? You’re not alone — and this workshop is here to help. In this session, we’l

Apr 9
48 min

Montessori Mindset: A Conversation on Faith, Virtue, and Leadership with Fr. Vito Crincoli

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Montessori Mindset! In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Vito Crincoli of the Legionaries of Christ, director of the Leadership Traini

Apr 7
58 min

Q&A Melissa Rohan Ep. 7 | What Most Parents Get Wrong About Montessori & Faith

Send us Fan Mail Is Montessori education Catholic? Is it a good fit for homeschooling? In this Q&A, Waterfront Academy founder and Head of School, Melissa Rohan, clears

Apr 2
17 min

Nurturing Global Citizens: Implementing Montessori Dual Language Classrooms

Send us Fan Mail How can administrators successfully implement and sustain a dual language program in a Montessori school? In this presentation, Melissa Rohan shares her

Mar 31
20 min

Reflections: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 27
25 min

Preface and Intro: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 25
1 h 00 min

Chapter 22: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 23
17 min

Chapter 21: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 20
55 min

Chapter 20: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 18
18 min

Chapter 19: Reading The Montessori Method Together - Chapter by Chapter

Send us Fan Mail In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned whi

Mar 16
26 min

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