The Montessori Mind:

Neuroscience & Resilience
in a Changing World

October 7, 2025

Educators (CEUs): 4:30–7:30 pm
General Community: 6:00–7:30 pm

Crossway Montessori
3015 Upton Dr.
Kensington, MD 20895

  Join us for a special evening with Dr. Adele Diamond, one of the world’s most influential developmental neuroscientists, together with Montessori leader Ann Byrne.

This conversation will explore how Montessori education and neuroscience intersect to nurture the human capacities most needed in today’s world: focus, flexibility, resilience, and meaningful collaboration.

Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails and crudités.

Event Schedule

  • Educators (CEUs): Arrive at 4:30 PM

  • Cocktails & Crudités: 5:30 PM

  • All Guests: Dr. Adele Diamond’s talk begins at 6:00 PM

Speakers

  • Dr. Adele Diamond — Developmental neuroscientist, University of British Columbia

  • Ann Byrne — Montessori leader, Head of School at Crossway Montessori

RESERVE YOUR SEAT

Admission is free, but seats are limited. Please RSVP early to secure your place


ABOUT ADELE

Dr. Adele Diamond, Professor of Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of British Columbia, is one of the world’s leading researchers in child development. Her groundbreaking research explores how executive functions, such as self-control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility, develop in children and how they are shaped by biology, environment, and experience. Widely recognized for her engaging talks and practical insights, Dr. Diamond’s work bridges neuroscience, psychology, and education to help communities better support children’s learning, resilience, and lifelong well-being.


CEU Information for Educators

Continuing Education Credits

Three hours (.3 CEU) will be issued by Loyola University Maryland for $45.00
Educators seeking CEUs should plan to attend from 4:30–7:30 PM.

If you plan to participate in the CEU process, it is necessary to:

  • Pay the CEU fee of $45.00 prior to the start of the presentation.

  • Attend the entire presentation from 4:307:30 PM

  • Submit a completed evaluation form with your name on it.

Register for CEUs