Spring Tea Honorees
May 11, 2010
Susie Huston Award for 2010
Anna Varnelius
Anna is the beloved primary guide of the Sunflower Cottage at Sunstone Montessori School since 2004.
“Her gentle, calm spirit and passion for her work bring a wonderful sense of joy to the classroom.”
“It is clear that Anna doesn’t just practice Montessori from 8 to 3, this is a philosophy that she lives.”
“She is so gentle, present and clear in her work and communication. I really value her dedication and hope she stays teaching for many years to come …”
“I believe she has a profound impact on the children she guides”.
Outstanding Dedication Award for 2010
Jennifer Davidson
Jennifer has received this award for her work as Executive Director at the Montessori Institute Northwest Training Center.
“Jennifer has created and extended a vision of Montessori teacher education and community growth of Montessori that is being directly implemented on a daily basis. The goal of all three levels of training running concurrently at MINW by 2012 – a first for the United States,…has every possibility of becoming a reality.”
“Her administration, clear-headedness and strong hand all work to steer the Institute ever onward and upward, and creates a training center model that is rapidly becoming the envy of other centers.”