There are a number of resources available for learning more about Montessori education, locally, nationally, and around the world. Sunstone is a member of the [Oregon Montessori Association (OMA)][1], a professional association of Oregon and SW Washington Montessori schools which supports teachers and schools with professional development as well as sponsoring outreach and educational events. The [Montessori Institute Northwest (MINW)][2], our local training center, is also an excellent resource. The [Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)][3] is the organization founded by Maria Montessori herself. The [North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA)][4] is our national professional organization and offers publications, DVDs, conferences, and continuing education. [1]: http://oregonmontessori.org [2]: http://montessori-nw.org [3]: /association_montessori_internationale [4]: http://montessori-namta.org 2009-10-19T20:49:12-07:00 Suntone's connections with Montessori groups, in a local and global context 17 6 false Montessori connections 16 7 ##Montessori links Learn more about Montessori in Portland and around the world: * [Oregon Montessori Association (OMA)][1] * [Montessori Institute Northwest (MINW)][2] * [Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)][3] * [North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA)][4] Portland and the surrounding region has been a strong Montessori community for decades and offers Montessori education to thousands of children in hundreds of classrooms. [1]: http://oregonmontessori.org [2]: http://montessori-nw.org [3]: http://montessori-ami.org [4]: http://montessori-namta.org 2009-10-19T20:49:12-07:00 montessori_connections