Montessori School of Bowling Green has planned a number of events in February.
On Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m., the school is hosting a free workshop entitled "The Parent Talk
Mini-Session."
This workshop features effective ways of talking to children that enhance self-esteem, stimulate
learning, and encourage autonomy, increasing parents’ ability to deal with typical daily situations and
problems faced by all parents while communicating and expecting respect. The workshop includes the 10
Best/10 Worst things you can say to your children.
To register for this free workshop, call the school at 419-352-4203 or email [email protected].

On Thursday evenings from Feb. 20 to March 27, the school is once again offering "The Parent Talk
Course." This is an in-depth exploration of skillful parenting through the use of effective Parent
Talk.
The course consists of six, two-hour modules designed to help parents set limits, create appropriate
consequences, design controlled choices, build character, promote independence, and provide helpful
feedback. There is an undeniable link between the words parents speak and the attitudes and outcomes
that children create in their lives. Your choice of words, and your communication style, are critical to
the self-esteem, emotional health, and personal empowerment of your children. By intentionally selecting
words and language patterns that build autonomy and responsibility, you can empower your children and
enhance their effectiveness as capable, caring human beings.
To register for this course, or learn more, call or email the school.
On Feb. 22 at 6 p.m., the school will host its annual Gala. This year, it will take place at the Cla-Zel
Theater in downtown Bowling Green. The event will include international food, coverage of the Olympics,
Olympic Trivia, live music and auction opportunities. This fundraising event will be an excellent
community celebration. To order tickets or learn more about ways to promote your business through this
event, contact the school.