Advanced
Practitioner's Class
Build on the foundation established in the Practitioner's Class through collaborative discussion, guided reflection, and practical application.
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Advanced Classroom Applications
Collabortive Case Studies
Deepen Understanding of Mistaken Goals
Strengthen Classroom Im
COURSE OVERVIEW
Building on the Foundation
Take your Positive Discipline practice beyond the foundational level. The Advanced Practitioner’s Class helps Montessori educators and leaders deepen their understanding of mistaken beliefs, strengthen collaborative problem-solving skills, and implement proactive strategies that support long-term student success.
The Advanced Practitioner's Class (formerly known as the Master Class) is designed to help Montessori professionals deepen their understanding of Positive Discipline principles and strengthen their ability to apply them consistently and effectively in classrooms and schools.
This advanced training focuses on understanding mistaken belief systems, proactively addressing challenging behaviors, creating collaborative support systems, and developing school-wide consistency that promotes security, belonging, and social success for children.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is ideal for:
- ✓Montessori Teachers
- ✓Lead Guides
- ✓Assistant Teachers
- ✓School Administrators
- ✓Instructional Coaches
- ✓Educational Leaders
- ✓Practitioner’s Class Graduates
- Prerequisite: Completion of the Practitioner's Class. Level 1
COURSE OUTCOMES
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- ✓Apply advanced Positive Discipline strategies with confidence.
- ✓Identify and address mistaken beliefs behind student behavior.
- ✓Develop effective child-study and intervention plans.
- ✓Build stronger collaboration among adults in the school environment.
- ✓Facilitate Class Meetings that foster responsibility, leadership, and problem-solving.
- ✓Create proactive systems that support long-term social and emotional success.
Course Tuition
Early Bird Registration
$375
Early Bird Discount available until 3 weeks before the class starts.
Regular Registration
$425
Standard tuition after the Early Bird registration period ends.
SPECIAL PRICING
Group Discounts
Bring your team and save! Schools registering multiple participants are eligible for discounted pricing.
| Participants | Discount |
|---|---|
| 3–5 | 10% Off |
| 6–10 | 15% Off |
| 11–20 | 20% Off |
| 21+ | 25% Off |
Planning to Register Your Team?
For groups of 21 or more participants, please contact us to discuss customized pricing and private cohort options.
“Your work is everything I have always wanted for classroom management founded on Montessori's work.”
Montessori Educator
FACILITATED BY
Chip DeLorenzo
For more than 30 years, Chip DeLorenzo has worked as a Montessori educator, helping students, teachers, school leaders, and parents build respectful, cooperative, and thriving communities. As co-author of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom with Jane Nelsen, Chip is recognized internationally for integrating Positive Discipline principles with authentic Montessori practice.
Chip has presented workshops, conferences, and PDMC training programs for thousands of Montessori educators around the world. His practical, experience-based approach provides teachers with strategies they can apply immediately while remaining faithful to Dr. Montessori's vision of child development.
Chip served for more than 20 years as a Montessori teacher and Head of School at Damariscotta Montessori School. He has also worked extensively with Montessori adolescents, giving him a broad perspective across every stage of a child's educational journey.
Whether educators are new to Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom or looking to deepen their practice, Chip's thoughtful, practical approach helps schools foster classrooms built on mutual respect, responsibility, and joyful learning.
Montessori educator for over 30 years
Co-author of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom
Former Montessori teacher (21 years) and Head of School (20 years)
International presenter and school consultant
Ready to Continue Your Journey?
Take your Positive Discipline practice to the next level and gain the tools needed to create lasting change in your classroom and school community.
