The Montessori Mindset, a podcast by Waterfront Academy
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.
Episodes
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—bringing together Montessori philosophy, dual-language education, and a vision for forming children who are thoughtful, capable, and rooted in both identity and global awareness.
But this is just the beginning.
In this video, I’m also sharing som...
Join Melissa Rohan, Founder and President of Waterfront Academy in Washington, D.C., as she dives into the core values of Montessori education. From navigating religious sacraments to the "no-homework" philosophy, Melissa answers the most pressing questions from parents today.
🕒 Video Chapters:
00:09 – Welcome & Overview: An introduction to Waterfront Academy.
01:48 – Faith ...
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 this episode, Jennifer Daniels, founder of the Faithful Citizenship Institute, shares her journey from teaching in Texas to advocating for school choice on Capitol Hill
Resources Mentioned:
Faithful Citizenship Institute: https://faithfulcitizenshipinst...
How do we harmonize the deep traditions of the Catholic faith with the brilliance of Montessori education? In this episode of the Montessori Mindset, host Melissa Rohan sits down with Joanne Schultzenberg, Executive Director of the Catholic Montessori Institute at the University of Mary.
Together, they explore how the Institute is becoming a national hub for fellowship, professional training, and spiritual ...
Dr. Maria Montessori began her revolutionary work with children labeled "unteachable." In this episode of The Montessori Mindset, we return to those roots to explore how the Montessori method provides a uniquely therapeutic and dignifying environment for students with neurodivergence and learning differences.
Host Melissa Rohan is joined by Becca Rouleau and Katie Haun from Divine Mercy Academy in...
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’ll guide you through key questions to ask, red and green flags to look for, and how to align your school choice with your family’s values, your child’s learning style, and long-term goals. 🧠💡
🎥 Whether your child is starting preschool, elementary, ...
Welcome back to Montessori Mindset!
In this episode, we sit down with Fr. Vito Crincoli of the Legionaries of Christ, director of the Leadership Training Program (LTP)—a Catholic leadership formation apostolate connected to Regnum Christi.
Fr. Vito shares how LTP forms boys into strong Christian leaders through virtue, faith, brotherhood, and a deep friendship with Christ.
We discuss the c...
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 up the biggest misconceptions about faith, the Montessori method, and how they intersect.
Whether you're a current parent or considering Montessori for your child, this deep dive explores the spiritual heart of the "dignity of the child."<...
How can administrators successfully implement and sustain a dual language program in a Montessori school? In this presentation, Melissa Rohan shares her experience leading Waterfront Academy, a Catholic, bilingual (Spanish-English) Montessori school founded in 2013. She provides a practical and philosophical framework for school leaders looking to integrate dual immersion while staying true to Montessori principles....
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
In this podcast series, we read The Montessori Method by Dr. Maria Montessori—chapter by chapter—using the original English translation commissioned while she was still alive.
When I was starting my own Montessori school, I turned directly to Dr. Montessori’s writings because they were available in the public domain and, quite frankly, free. What I didn’t realize at the time was that I was reading the 1912 ...
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