- Crowley Independent School District
- Montessori Education in Crowley ISD
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For more than a century, the Montessori approach has been preparing children across the globe for life. All areas of the child’s development are nurtured and grown – cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. When you enter the prepared environment (the classroom), you immediately see the specially designed learning materials, children deeply engaged in their work and their learning, and children showing grace and courtesy to their environment and to other children.
"When a child is given a little leeway, he will at once shout, I want to do it. But in our schools, which have an environment adapted to children’s needs, they say, Help me to do it alone."
Dr. Maria Montessori, The Secret of Childhood
Important Links
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2023 Crowley Montessori Academy Teacher of the Year - Leslie Daniels
Crowley Montessori Academy Teacher of the Year
Leslie Daniels, Early Childhood 3-6 Montessori teacher
👏 Congratulations to the 2022-23 Crowley Montessori Academy Teacher of the Year Leslie Daniels! Daniels is an Early Childhood 3-6 Montessori teacher. We love you, Ms. Daniels! Thank you for all you do for the children of CMA. Read below what Principal Veronica Delgado had to say about this great educator.
📣 Ms. Daniels helps children discover the joy of learning,” Delgado said. “They are happy, curious, kind, and love to come to school because she gives her all every day! She is an AMAZING Montessori teacher, and I am so happy she is at CMA!” -
2023 Crowley Montessori Academy Employee of the Year - Lucia Garcia
2023 Crowley Montessori Academy Employee of the Year
Lucia Garcia, Crowley Montessori Academy Secretary
Congratulations to Crowley Montessori Academy Employee of the Year Lucia Garcia, the principal’s secretary! Read what Principal Veronica Delgado had to say about this awesome employee:
“No one can fill Mrs. Garcia's shoes! She is truly an AMAZING Administrative Assistant dedicated to ensuring our school and office run smoothly!” -
Montessori School Supplies
Crowley Montessori Academy 2023-24 School Supplies
Early Childhood 3-6 School Supply List (PK3, PK4, Kindergarten) // Spanish
Lower Elementary 6-9 School Supply List (1st-3rd grades) // Spanish
Upper Elementary School Supply List (4th-5th grades) // Spanish -
Meet Principal Delgado
Meet Principal Delgado
Principal Delgado began her career as a bilingual teacher in Fort Worth ISD after stepping into a Pre-K classroom as a substitute teacher and realizing she could make a positive difference in student's lives by becoming a teacher. She was soon promoted to assistant principal and two years later was named principal of Sagamore Hill Elementary School where she served for eight years. Under her leadership the school of over 800 students earned various Gold performance awards and a Recognized Accountability Rating by T.E.A.
In 2012, she became the principal of South Hi Mount Elementary where under her tenure the school won the Gold award and was recognized nationally in 2016 as one of American's Best Urban Schools through the National Center for School Transformation.
In 2017, Mrs. Delgado turned her attention to learning more about the Montessori instructional approach to learning and was named principal of Daggett Montessori School. She attended extensive Montessori administrator training at the Houston Montessori Center under the direction of world-renowned Montessorian, Dr. Betsy Coe and earned her Montessori administrator credentials from the American Montessori Society.
Mrs. Delgado came to Crowley ISD in 2019. She was named principal of Dallas Park Elementary where she served for two and a half years. With her experience as a Montessori administrator, she assisted in launching the district's Montessori program in 2020. In November of 2021, Mrs. Delgado was named the founding principal of Crowley ISD's new Montessori campus.
She believes an education is a window to opportunity and every child deserves an excellent educational experience. She believes in educating the whole child and discovering children's individual talents and strengths to foster their potential. As a first-generation college graduate of immigrant parents, she understands the value an education can provide. An education combined with hard work, determination and good will towards others were values instilled at young age. These same values continue to guide her today in all walks of life.
Mrs. Delgado has a Bachelor of Arts degree in criminal justice and a Master's degree in educational administration. Originally from El Paso, Texas, she and her husband have made the Fort Worth area their home for the last 25 years. They have two children who are proud Crowley High School alumni and one delightful grandson.
Questions?
Veronica Delgado, Montessori Campus Principal
Email: veronica.delgado@crowley.k12.tx.us -
What is a Montessori Education?
What is a Montessori education?
For more than a century, the Montessori approach has been preparing children across the globe for life. All areas of the child’s development are nurtured and grown – cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. When you enter the prepared environment (the classroom), you immediately see the specially designed learning materials, children deeply engaged in their work and their learning, and children showing grace and courtesy to their environment and to other children.
The early childhood model encourages preschoolers to:
• Explore and discover
• Show grace, courtesy and respect
• Take ownership of their education
While fostering social-emotional and intellectual growth, it encourages self-directed learning that promotes:
• Self-confidence
• Independent thought and action
• Critical thinking
• Conflict resolution and peace -
Video: Learn About The Inspirational Life of Dr. Maria Montessori
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Contact Us
Contact Information
Veronica Delgado, Crowley Montessori Academy Principal
Email: veronica.delgado@crowley.k12.tx.usCarmen Flores, Assistant Principal
Email: carmen.flores@crowley.k12.tx.usMichael Cranford, Counselor
Email: michael.cranford@crowley.k12.tx.us
Lucia Garcia, Front Desk Receptionist and Registrar
Email: lucia.garcia2@crowley.k12.tx.usCherelle Robinson, Attendance Secretary
Email: cherelle.robinson@crowley.k12.tx.usAddress
Mary Harris Elementary
8400 West Cleburne Rd.
Fort Worth, Texas 76123