The novelty of remote instruction has long since worn off, but school administrators in New Hampshire say online worksheets, recorded lectures and live video feeds will play a role in school going forward.
Enrollment rises at Newport Montessori School
Parents are looking for in-person instruction sought out Newport Montessori, school officials say, leading to a 14% increase in enrollment for the 2020-2021 school year. (Courtesy photo)
Modified: 2/7/2021 8:52:48 PM
NEWPORT, N.H. Pre-pandemic, Christy Whipple, head of school at the Newport Montessori School, shook hands with each student as they strolled through the main door of the school each morning.
This year, hand-shakes have been swapped for elbow bumps or foot taps; students enter via three different entrances; and Whipple stays out of the way, not wanting to increase student’s exposure or her own.
Enrollment rises at Newport Montessori School
Parents looking for in-person instruction has led to a 14% rise in enrollment at Newport Montessori School. Courtesy
Published: 1/30/2021 7:57:36 PM
Pre-pandemic, Christy Whipple, head of school at Newport Montessori School in Newport, shook hands with each student as they strolled through the main door of the school each morning. This year, hand-shakes have been swapped for elbow bumps or foot taps; students enter via three different entrances; and Whipple stays out of the way, not wanting to increase student’s exposure or her own.
“Everybody is being more mindful,” Whipple said.
And yet, compared to many public schools, the day is relatively unchanged for students at Newport Montessori. Students are kept in pods, with more barriers between them, but instruction is happening full-time, in person.