Montessori Center School’s Four Cs

A Century-Plus of Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Communication

Montessori Center School’s Four Cs

A Century-Plus of Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Communication


Upper elementary teacher Peggi Robinson with her students. | Credit: Courtesy

Before she became the head of Montessori Center School five years ago, Melanie Jacobs had more than 20 years of experience on-site, starting as a part-time assistant teacher right after college and moving up to earn her elementary and administrative credentials. 

For more than 100 years, Montessori education has been integrating what its educators call “The Four Cs” (collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and communication) into early childhood and elementary education. Here, Jacobs explains what they mean.

Collaboration: “The ability to collaborate with others is a crucial skill for young people today,” Jacobs explained. “To work in collaboration with others means that you can listen to other perspectives and cohesively share your thoughts. It also means that you can work within a team, utilizing the strengths of those around you to meet goals and expectations.” 

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