Practitioner's ClassÂ
The Foundation of Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom
Class Begins February 22, 2027
Early Registration Ends January 31, 2027
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Understand the Purpose Behind Behavior
Build a Cooperative Classroom Community
Respond with Confidence and Consistency
Strengthen Independence and Responsibility
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Essential First Step for Montessori Practitioners
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The Practitionerâs Class is the foundational course in the Positive Discipline in the Montessori Classroom training pathway. Using a child-study and case-study approach, participants explore the principles and practices of Positive Discipline in an experiential learning environment alongside Montessori educators from around the world.
Over eight weeks, participants learn to implement respectful, effective, and time-tested classroom management practices that reflect core Montessori values, including mutual respect, cooperation, responsibility, empathy, and independence. Through discussion, reflection, and practical application, educators develop the confidence and consistency needed to respond thoughtfully to the challenges of everyday classroom life.
As the foundation of the PDMC training pathway, the Practitionerâs Class provides the essential principles, tools, and structures needed to implement Positive Discipline in the Montessori classroom. Educators who wish to continue their professional growth may then advance to the Advanced Practitionerâs Class (Level 2) to deepen their understanding and refine their practice.
COURSE OUTCOMES
Using real classroom situations, both new and experienced educators and administrators will learn how to:
- âCreate classroom environments that proactively reduce misbehavior.
- âUnderstand and respond effectively to challenging behaviors.
- âDevelop student support plans using PDMCÂ principles.
- âFoster responsibility, independence, and cooperation.
- âBuild stronger classroom communities based on belonging and respect.
- âCollaborate more effectively with colleagues and families.
- âImplement Positive Discipline tools with confidence and consistency.
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is ideal for:
- âMontessori Guides
- âMontessori Assistants
- âSpecialists
- âHeads of School
- âSchool Leadership Teams
- âEducational Coordinators
- âInstructional Coaches
- âInterventionists
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- This is the foundational course and the starting point of the PDMC Practitioner's Pathway.
- Next Level: Advance to the Advanced Practitioner's Class (Level 2) to deepen your understanding and expand your Positive Discipline practice.Â
Schedule & Pricing
Class Schedule
All live sessions will be conducted via Zoom. Please install the Zoom application on your computer or mobile device before the first session if you have not already done so.
| Session | Date | Format | Time |
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| Session 1 | Monday, February 22, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 2 | Monday, March 1, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 3 | Monday, March 8, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 4 | Monday, March 15, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 5 | Self-Paced | Pre-recorded Lesson | Complete at Your Own Pace |
| Session 6 | Monday, March 22, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 7 | Monday, March 29, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
| Session 8 | Monday, April 5, 2027 | Live via Zoom | 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET |
How Would You Like to Register?
Choose the registration option that works best for you.
 Early   Registration
$375
Until
 January 31, 2027
Regular Registration
$425
After
January 31, 2027
SPECIAL PRICING
Group Discounts
Bring your team and save! Schools registering multiple participants are eligible for discounted pricing.
| Participants | Discount |
|---|---|
| 3â5 | 10% Off |
| 6â10 | 15% Off |
| 11â20 | 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.
DEEPENÂ YOUR PRACTICE
Advanced Practitioner's Class - Level 2
Continue your PDMC learning in Level 2, where you'll explore the principles and practices more deeply through case studies, collaborative discussion, and practical application.
TESTIMONIALS
What Montessorians Are Saying
Hear how practitioners are transforming their classrooms through Positive Discipline.
Thank you so much for an incredible class!! I am so excited to share this with my staff and hope to someday have you come and speak to our school. Thank you also for starting this group and all your work! I was just telling my staff today that your work is everything I have always wanted for classroom management founded on Montessoriâs work and have just done my best to piece together through trial and error and some big learning experiences.
Paulene Meert
Head of School, Sophia Montessori Academy
We've seen more immediate follow-up and application of Positive Discipline among our staff than after any previous training. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many commenting on how relatable the content was. For me personally, participating in several workshops over six months has been hugely impactful. I'm seeing significant changes in how I respond to children and in my interactions with staff.
Amber Engel
Head of School, Nature's Way Montessori School
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.
