American Montessori Society

By arhollis

  • Quest

    Nancy McCormick Rambusch's quest for a better approach to educate American children.

  • Paris

    This quest took her to Paris where Rambusch was urged to bring the Montessori method to the U.S.

  • The Move

    Rambusch's family moved to Greenwich, CT. She got involved with a parent group who wanted to be involved in education.

  • First US Montessori US School

    The first Montessori school to open and named the Whithby School.

  • US Representative

    Rambusch appointed to serve as the US representative of the AMI.

  • AMS Founded

    Rambusch founded the American Montessori Society.

  • Time Magazine

    Time Magazine featured Rambusch, Whitby School, and the American Montessori revival.

  • Book Publication

    Rambush's book published called, "Learning How to Learn."