Events

    • Friday, February 23, 2024
    • Saturday, February 24, 2024
    • Benedictine University in Goodwin Hall, 5700 College Rd, Lisle, IL 60532
    • 195
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    HEADS AND ALL MONTESSORI PROFESSIONALS

    Friday & Saturday, February 23rd & 24th


    CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AND INFORMATION

    Visit our conference page, check back often for updates!


    CONFERENCE FEES

    Friday, focused on school and teacher leader topics:

    $260 (non-members) ($250 early bird registration)

    $180 (members) ($170 early bird registration)


    Saturday for All Montessori Professionals:

    $210 (non-members) ($200 early bird registration)

    $135 (members) ($125 early bird registration)


    REGISTER EARLY

    • This year's conference is expected to sell out.
    • Current AIMS Members will receive a registration code via email on Monday, November, 20th. Members can register here. Not an AIMS Member? Join today and gain access to our member new member tier pricing!


    REGISTRATION NOTES

    • The first email address you enter should be for the first attendee. Register additional attendees from your school (e.g. teachers) as "guests" and provide an email address for all attendees, if at all possible.
    • Payments may be made via check or credit card. If paying by check, your registration will not be confirmed until payment is received. Therefore, please submit payment promptly.
    • Paying with Title Funds or some other funding? Click "Invoice Me" at the final step and we will send you an itemized invoice via email within 24 hours. If you do not receive your invoice, please email conference@ilmontessori.org as soon as possible!


    QUESTIONS

    Become an AIMS Member - Join Us

    Registration process? registration@ilmontessori.org

    Other conference questions? conference@ilmontessori.org

    • Friday, February 23, 2024
    • Saturday, February 24, 2024
    • Benedictine University in Goodwin Hall, 5700 College Rd, Lisle, IL 60532
    • 269
    Register


    HEADS AND ALL MONTESSORI PROFESSIONALS

    Friday & Saturday, February 23rd & 24th


    CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AND INFORMATION

    Visit our conference page, check back often for updates!


    CONFERENCE FEES

    Friday, focused on school and teacher leader topics:

    $260 (non-members) ($250 early bird registration)

    $180 (members) ($170 early bird registration)


    Saturday for All Montessori Professionals:

    $210 (non-members) ($200 early bird registration)

    $135 (members) ($125 early bird registration)


    REGISTER EARLY

    • This year's conference is expected to sell out.
    • Current AIMS Members will receive a registration code via email on Monday, November, 20th. Members can register here. Not an AIMS Member? Join today and gain access to our member new member tier pricing!


    REGISTRATION NOTES

    • The first email address you enter should be for the first attendee. Register additional attendees from your school (e.g. teachers) as "guests" and provide an email address for all attendees, if at all possible.
    • Payments may be made via check or credit card. If paying by check, your registration will not be confirmed until payment is received. Therefore, please submit payment promptly.
    • Paying with Title Funds or some other funding? Click "Invoice Me" at the final step and we will send you an itemized invoice via email within 24 hours. If you do not receive your invoice, please email conference@ilmontessori.org as soon as possible!


    QUESTIONS

    Become an AIMS Member - Join Us

    Registration process? registration@ilmontessori.org

    Other conference questions? conference@ilmontessori.org

    • Friday, February 23, 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • Saturday, February 24, 2024
    • 4:30 PM
    • Lisle (Chicago) IL
    Register

    Exhibitor and Sponsor Prospectus

    February 23-24, 2024

    Information for Prospective Exhibitors

    The Association of Illinois Montessori Schools (AIMS) is a non-profit professional association with the following mission:

    • Encourage and promote standards of excellence and ethical business practices.
    • Monitor and disseminate pertinent educational legislation information.
    • Conduct a consolidated public relations program.
    • Act as a catalyst for harmonious interaction between members and other educational organizations.
    • Support best practices in Montessori education.

    The AIMS Regional Annual Conference

    The AIMS annual conference is one of the largest gatherings of Montessorians in the country, drawing teachers and administrators from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan.

    The conference is held over two days. Day one (Friday, February 23) is for school administrators and teacher-leaders, but all are welcome. Vendors interested in supporting this day can become sponsors, as explained below.

    Day two (Saturday, February 24) is intended for all Montessorians, and contains sessions of interest for virtually every individual working in a Montessori school.

    The Exhibit Hall

    The event includes an exhibit hall, and all exhibitors have a 6’ table and two chairs. The booths are approximately 8’ wide and 7’ deep.

    Businesses exhibiting at the conference are subject to all applicable state laws regarding sales and use tax. It is strictly your responsibility to determine your tax status.

    To apply for a booth, you must fill out an application and be accepted by AIMS as an exhibitor.  Solely at their discretion, the Association of Illinois Montessori Schools reserves the right to determine what vendors may exhibit.

    The cost of an exhibit booth is $275. To apply, click the Register button to the left. AIMS reserves the right to approve any vendor wising to exhibit. You will be notified within two weeks of receipt of your application if you have been accepted.

    Cancellations must be received via email or mail by January 23, 2024. A refund of 50% will be made up to that date. No refunds will be made after that date.

    For any questions regarding exhibiting, please contact:

    George Markham

    Exhibit Hall Director

    exhibits@ilmontessori.org

    630.853.0062


    Information for Prospective Sponsors

    You are invited to participate in the 2024 AIMS Conference by sponsoring this exceptional gathering of Montessori professionals.

    The Association’s primary goal is to provide a network of support for Illinois Montessori Schools. As the face of American education continues to evolve, Maria Montessori’s theories become more relevant than ever.

    On Friday, February 23, administrators and teacher-leaders representing public and private schools will participate in an “Admin Day,” with speakers talking about leadership in Montessori schools. The conference continues on Saturday with break-out sessions on best practices for teachers and administrators of Montessori schools.

    The AIMS Conference offers an opportunity for your business or organization to increase exposure to this regional network of Montessori schools.

    Conference Major Sponsors (three opportunities)  $1,500

    Benefits:

    ✓ Recognition on the Conference web site

    ✓ Logo and link on AIMS website

    ✓ Acknowledgement at start of both days’ programs

    ✓ One exhibit booth

    ✓ Opportunity to run a two minute video shown to all conference attendees

    ✓ Insertion of one item in swag bag


    Teacher Education Program Sponsors  $1,500

    Benefits:

    ✓ Recognition on the Conference web site

    ✓ Logo and link on AIMS website

    ✓ Acknowledgement at start of both days’ programs

    ✓ One exhibit booth

    ✓ Opportunity to run a two minute video shown to all conference attendees

    ✓ Insertion of one item in swag bag


    Saturday Keynote Sponsor (one opportunity)  $1000

    Benefits:

    ✓ Recognition at the beginning and end of keynote address

    ✓ Recognition on the conference web site, logo and link on the AIMS website

    ✓ Insertion of one item in swag bag

    Friday Administrators Reception Sponsor (one opportunity) $750

    Benefits:

    ✓ Signage and recognition at the Friday Administrators reception

    ✓ Recognition on conference web site, logo and link on AIMS website

    Saturday Celebrate Montessori Reception Sponsor (one opportunity) $750

    Benefits:

    ✓ Signage and recognition at the Saturday conference reception

    ✓ Recognition on conference web site, logo and link on AIMS website

    Friday Video Sponsor (five opportunities) $600

    Benefits:

    ✓ One two minute video played for admin group

    ✓ Recognition on conference web site, logo and link on AIMS website

    SWAG Bag Sponsor (three opportunities) $300

    Benefits:

    ✓ Your logo prominently displayed on the conference bag

    ✓ Insertion of one item in bag

    School Sponsor $250

    Show your support for the work being done by AIMS by becoming a school sponsor. Your sponsorship will be recognized on the AIMS web site and at the conference.

    Swag Bag Insertion $50

    One item inserted in conference bag.


    If you are interested in any of these sponsorship opportunities, you can apply here.

    George Markham

    Exhibit Hall Director

    exhibits@ilmontessori.org

    630.853.0062

Past events

Tuesday, December 05, 2023 December 2023 Membership Meeting
Friday, November 17, 2023 Virtual Policy Workshop 2 - Creating a Pathway for Montessori Teachers & State Teaching Licenses
Saturday, November 11, 2023 Virtual Policy Workshop 1 - Creating a Pathway for Montessori Teachers & State Teaching Licenses
Thursday, November 09, 2023 Virtual PD Series: Key Components to Strong Parent Partnerships
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 October 2023 Membership Meeting
Saturday, October 07, 2023 2024 AIMS Conference Call for Proposals
Thursday, May 04, 2023 The Art of Talking with Children by Rebecca Rolland, Ed. D.
Friday, February 24, 2023 2023 AIMS Conference Sponsor and Exhibit Opportunities
Friday, February 24, 2023 2023 AIMS Conference - Member Registration
Friday, February 24, 2023 2023 AIMS Conference - Non-Member Registration
Thursday, December 15, 2022 December 2022 Membership Meeting
Thursday, October 27, 2022 October 2022 Membership Meeting
Friday, September 02, 2022 2023 AIMS Conference Call for Proposals
Tuesday, May 10, 2022 May 2022 Membership Meeting
Saturday, February 26, 2022 Parent Education Opportunity: Michaeleen Douchleff on Hunt, Gather, Parent: Montessori
Friday, February 25, 2022 2022 AIMS Conference - Horizons of Hope
Thursday, February 24, 2022 2022 AIMS Conference Sponsor and Exhibit Opportunities
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 January 2022 Membership Meeting
Saturday, November 06, 2021 2022 AIMS Conference Call for Proposals
Thursday, April 15, 2021 April 2021 Membership Meeting
Friday, February 19, 2021 2021 AIMS Conference
Friday, February 19, 2021 2021 AIMS Conference Sponsor and Exhibit Opportunities
Thursday, December 17, 2020 December Membership Meeting
Thursday, November 19, 2020 2021 AIMS Conference Call for Proposals
Thursday, October 22, 2020 October Membership Meeting
Wednesday, May 06, 2020 May Membership Meeting
Monday, April 13, 2020 HOS Discussion of School Policies and COVID-19 Closures
Monday, April 13, 2020 IT E-Learning Forum
Friday, April 10, 2020 3-6 E-Learning Forum
Monday, April 06, 2020 Invitation to Heads Discussion with Brian Weinthal
Friday, March 27, 2020 3-6 Forum | 3-27-2020
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 HOS Discussion of School Policies and COVID-19 Closures
Monday, March 23, 2020 IT E-Learning Forum
Friday, March 20, 2020 3-6 E-learning Forum
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 AIMS E-learning Forum HOS Discussion
Thursday, March 05, 2020 March Membership Meeting
Friday, February 21, 2020 2020 AIMS Conference
Friday, February 21, 2020 School Sponsorship of AIMS Conference
Friday, December 06, 2019 Chicago Parent Ad
Tuesday, December 03, 2019 December Membership Meeting
Wednesday, October 02, 2019 October Membership Meeting
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 2020 AIMS Conference Call for Proposals
Wednesday, April 03, 2019 AIMS Membership Annual Meeting
Friday, February 22, 2019 2019 AIMS Conference
Wednesday, December 05, 2018 AIMS Membership Meeting
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 AIMS Membership Meeting
Tuesday, August 07, 2018 Potential AIMS Member/DCFS License Exemption Info
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 April Membership Meeting
Saturday, February 24, 2018 2018 AIMS Conference for All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 23, 2018 2018 AIMS Conference for Heads, Administrators, and Teacher Leaders
Wednesday, December 06, 2017 Membership Meeting
Saturday, October 07, 2017 Montessori Consortium of the Great Lakes Symposium
Wednesday, October 04, 2017 Membership Meeting
Wednesday, May 03, 2017 AIMS Membership Meeting
Saturday, February 25, 2017 2017 AIMS Conference for All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 24, 2017 2017 AIMS Conference for Heads, Administrators, and Teacher Leaders
Wednesday, February 01, 2017 AIMS Membership Meeting
Wednesday, December 07, 2016 AIMS Membership Meeting
Friday, October 07, 2016 Integrating Art Into the Montessori Classroom
Friday, September 30, 2016 Wisconsin Montessori Association 1st Annual Administrator's Retreat
Tuesday, September 27, 2016 AIMS Membership Meeting
Sunday, July 24, 2016 AMS Summer Symposium
Saturday, March 12, 2016 AMS Teachers Networking Event
Friday, March 11, 2016 AMS-AIMS Gala
Wednesday, February 03, 2016 AIMS General Meeting
Wednesday, February 03, 2016 AIMS Officer Meeting
Tuesday, December 01, 2015 Montessori in Illinois: Pathways to Favorable Political and Regulatory Impacts
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 AIMS Lunch and Membership Meeting
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 AIMS Board Meeting
Friday, September 25, 2015 Test
Monday, August 03, 2015 UMI Summer Institute: August 3-7
Saturday, May 16, 2015 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Engineering
Wednesday, April 29, 2015 AIMS Member Meeting
Saturday, April 25, 2015 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Engineering
Saturday, March 21, 2015 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Engineering
Saturday, March 07, 2015 Wisconsin Montessori Association Conference
Saturday, February 21, 2015 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Earth Sciences
Saturday, February 21, 2015 2015 AIMS Conference for All Montessori Professionals
Saturday, February 21, 2015 2015 Conference WAIT LIST for All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 20, 2015 2015 AIMS Conference for Heads, Administrators and Teacher Leaders
Thursday, February 19, 2015 The Talk: What Your Kids Need to Know From You About Sex," featuring guest speaker Dr. Sharon Maxwell
Thursday, February 12, 2015 De-Mystefying Montessori Outcomes
Wednesday, February 04, 2015 AIMS Meeting
Thursday, January 29, 2015 Birth Order and Its Influence on Marriage and Parenting
Saturday, January 24, 2015 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Earth Sciences
Saturday, December 13, 2014 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Earth Sciences
Wednesday, December 03, 2014 AIMS Meeting
Saturday, November 22, 2014 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Science Process Skills
Saturday, October 25, 2014 Montessori STEM Prof. Dev. for the 3-6 year old Classroom: STEM Science Process Skills
Wednesday, October 08, 2014 AIMS Meeting
Friday, September 26, 2014 Nature's Classroom Institute and Montessori School Fall Retreat
Wednesday, May 14, 2014 AIMS Meeting
Saturday, March 22, 2014 Seton's Annual Spring Seminar
Saturday, February 22, 2014 MCC 2014 WAIT LIST for All Montessori Professionals
Saturday, February 22, 2014 MCC 2014 for All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 21, 2014 MCC 2014 Parent Night for Parents and All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 21, 2014 MCC 2014 for Heads and Administrators (only)
Saturday, February 08, 2014 A Day in Montessori
Wednesday, December 11, 2013 AIMS Meeting
Wednesday, October 02, 2013 AIMS Meeting
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 AIMS Meeting
Saturday, February 23, 2013 MCC 2013 for All Montessori Professionals
Saturday, February 23, 2013 MCC 2013 WAIT LIST for All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 22, 2013 MCC 2013 Parent Night for Parents and All Montessori Professionals
Friday, February 22, 2013 MCC 2013 for Heads and Administrators (only)
Wednesday, January 09, 2013 AIMS Board (10 AM) and Conference Committee Meeting (11:30 AM)
Wednesday, December 05, 2012 AIMS Meeting
Wednesday, October 24, 2012 Head of School Meeting