Educational Symposium

An informative symposium focusing on national, state and local educational ''hot topics.''

Join these educational leaders as they discuss issues impacting the education of our children from kindergarten through high school. Participants will represent a variety of approaches to education including home schooling, Christian schools, Montessori and traditional models.

The Symposium is open to the community, parents, educators, and all who are interested in today's research in the educational field. This event is free of charge.

Sessions:

Education for an Uncertain Future- Dr. Paul Epstein Panelists: Pat Coffey, Curriculum Coordinator- Montessori School of Anderson Mary Ann Daly, Principal- St. Joseph's Patti Newton, Anderson Home School Association

The State Department's Study of High Schools Presenter: Eliza Gallagher, Director of The Academy at Montessori High School

September 11th Newsweek Article ''The New First Grade- Too Much Too Soon?'' Presenter: Dr. Jim Mahaffey Adjunct Professor of Early Childhood and Elementary Education, Anderson University Panelists: Pat Coffey, Curriculum Coordinator- Montessori School of Anderson Mary Ann Daly, Principal- St. Joseph's Patti Newton, Anderson Home School Association

Implications of the Media on Children's Language Development- Ann Epstein, PhD

For more information, contact:

Karen Holt, Director, Montessori School of Anderson

864-226-5344