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Read MoreTracking data on students’ physical activity through an innovative new technology.
Read MoreMontessori students sang in a mass choir of singers from across the territory. Watch the video inside.
Read MoreStudents from across the islands had a unique opportunity to meet with college and university representatives in person.
Read MoreTo celebrate Black History Month, Montessori 4/5th graders have been studying black artists, their styles, and purposes behind the art—then creating their own.
Read MoreFor this week’s Student Media Column, we spoke with senior Kai Berry. “I’m passionate about working with kids and helping them learn in fun, creative ways.”
Read MoreThe program now has a "class-set" of Orff instruments (student sized xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels) for students to enjoy.
Read MoreOur former students came back this week to share their thoughts, advice, and experiences with our current DP students.
Read MoreIt was a festive graduation day, celebrating the successful launch of the Volts Wednesday sailing program and the accomplishments of the student sailors.
Read Moreby Ms. Rebecca, Lower Elementary
Oh my goodness, I just have to tell you this story, it makes me laugh and makes me proud at the same time. So, Irie's mom gave us baby Papaya trees at the start of the year (4) and we have nursed them in different pots. And we discovered that the smallest pot grew the largest tree and its root is currently growing out of the pot. So, I looked at my bare landscape around my room and thought, Let's plant this baby! And I planted a tire palm once and it was NOT EASY digging in this soil, so I asked Wyatt, Matthew and Tameem if they were interested. And lo and behold, I have 3 enthusiastic boys, digging in this tough soil. We're pulling out worms, wiggling rocks free like a wiggly tooth and trying different techniques and they say, "Can we dig tomorrow too?" So now Liam is also asking, Can I dig? So yesterday they get to school and now all 4 boys are "CAN WE DIG?!" haha and I kid you not, they SKIPPED FREE CHOICE FRIDAY AND EXTRA PLAYTIME so they could dig! Isn't that the most beautiful thing you've ever heard?
My takeaway is their energy toward it. I love their drive and I observe that it's fulfilling a need. So, we're going to keep DIGGING that hole! And working to plant those papaya trees next week. I thought I'd reach out and ask you to watch a video on how to dig a hole in rocky terrain but all the vids I watched used heavy duty equipment like jackhammers and augers and I do NOT want to take away their enthusiasm for hardwork, teamwork and problem solving because a machine can do it better. If you would like to do some research with them, or give them tips, please do. Our maintenance guy is letting us borrow a digging bar and spade. And if you have a shovel or any (kid-friendly) tools that we could borrow next week, I would be so grateful. WE HAVE 4 TREES and a LOT of enthusiasm for digging right now.
** Side note: If you are not convinced this is important work, these boys are learning teamwork, problem solving, service work and they are exposed to soil science, microbiology, geology and geography as well as biology (planting the papaya and if it will grow). :)**
Model United Nations students helped younger kids with reading and writing as part of their service learning.
Read MoreIn this new addition to the Volt, the Student Media Team will be contributing articles chosen, researched, and written by the students. This week, we sat down with Alivia Arroyo, one of our excelling seniors, to share her story.
by Natasha Webster and the VIMSIA Student Media Team
Although it’s only December, VIMSIA senior Alivia Arroyo has already been accepted and signed with Nova South Eastern University in Florida. Alivia received the Dean Scholarship, granting her a full ride to the college.
“I think that the IB was the defining factor in me receiving this scholarship, because I’ve done well in it and universities know how difficult it is,” she says.
In college, Alivia plans to major in Public Health to eventually become an ultra-sound tech. She mentioned how her IB Biology class has furthered her interest in this.
In addition to college applications, Alivia is somehow ahead in the intense workload of the IB classes. Whereas recent graduates and current students alike agree that their senior year was/is the most challenging year time-management-wise of their lives thus far, Alivia is ahead on all of her deadlines. “She is one of the most self-motivated, productive people I have ever met. She gets everything done and somehow still has time for other things,” says a fellow classmate.
Not only is managing college and the IB successfully an outstanding accomplishment, but Alivia balances the intense workload with a committed sport and job. She plays on the 18 Under Elite Volleyball traveling team for Island Mixx, and when school volleyball was in session, she led the team to claim first place in the inter-island championship team. Lastly, she also works at Ocean Surfari as a sales associate on the weekends.
So how does she do it all?
“At the beginning of the year, I was stressed, because I didn’t have a plan and I knew that things were just going to get more difficult. I know I get stressed easily and I have a lot going on, so I forced myself to make a plan and stick to it,” Alivia explains.
When asked what she recommends to be able to balance everything during senior year, Alivia shared her advice of creating lists, calendars, and reminders, but most importantly, “know yourself, because everybody handles stress differently. Once you balance your school work, life will be much less stressful”.
From stomping grapes to making leaves with coffee filters, Grades 4 and 5 marked the season with creativity and collaboration.
Read MorePGIA and Montessori students celebrated International Day of Peace with dual assemblies on Thursday.
Read MoreWe are excited to announce that the 2023-24 PGIA Student Council is up and running! On September 5th, we elected our officers.
Read MoreThis past summer, activity on campus didn’t stop just because school wasn’t in session! Through a number of additions and renovations, we worked hard to bring students an environment that is more convenient, safer, and fun.
Read MoreOn Thursday night, Primary students ages 3-6 had the great opportunity to demonstrate their class activities to parents and guardians.
Read MoreWe’re delighted to celebrate the newest IB Learner of the Quarter!
“Beyoncé is the best kind of leader. She leads by doing, by example, and with passion and drive.”
Read MoreJoin us for our 2023 Spring musical this weekend!
Read MoreVirgin Islands Montessori School and Peter Gruber International Academy - a Montessori and International Baccalaureate Toddler through grade twelve private school in the beautiful U.S. Virgin Islands. Ask for Admissions 340-775-6360.
VIMSIA 6936 Vessup Lane, St. Thomas USVI 00802 info@vimsia.org Phone: 340.775.6360 Maps and Directions Staff Portal