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Community Engagement at Northwoods


"Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world" ~ Howard Zinn



So, why is community engagement so important at Montessori Academy Edison Lakes?  



We hope to create a spirit of volunteerism.


Julia with some of the residents of Northwoods




Reagan and Cooper ready to work with the pool noodles




 As our mission states we wish to "inspire care for the community".



Henry helping to lead the exercises




en garde

As Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. so eloquently stated, "If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way".  

The resident "Junebug" interacting with our 4th years


Community engagement and global citizenship is not just about giving to others - it is about realizing that we are a part of  a much larger world.  Margaret Mead stated, "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world".  

The 4th years talking about their favorite summer memories



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