Mission, Vision & Values
Mission
With an accomplished team of caring and dedicated Montessori educators trained in individualized learning, our mission is guiding preschool-3rd grade students to academic achievement, fostering a love of learning, building character, and instilling the importance of contributing to communities— local and worldwide.
Vision
Our vision is to sustain a diverse, mindful and authentic Montessori educational community in the Asheville area. We help children become self-motivated, independent individuals who respect themselves, other beings, and the world in which we live. We believe children are a hope and promise for mankind, and with them, we strive to create peace on Earth.
“The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.”
Values
Black Mountain Montessori school students develop the ability to choose wisely and humanely, lead confidently, and live with compassion.
Self-Awareness
Recognizing one’s own strengths and weaknesses, and striving for personal excellence.
Responsibility
Making and owning one’s individual choices.
Critical Thinking
Learning to question, problem solve, and creatively apply knowledge.
Respect
Listening to others, valuing differences, and supporting the needs of others.
Resilience
Exploring new subjects, ideas, interests and relationships; learning from mistakes and persevering through difficulty.
Passion
Thinking, learning, working and connecting with joy.