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GaylordNational.com/SummerFest AQUAFINA is a registered trademark of PepsiCo, Inc. | (301) 965-4000 washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  3 JULY 2016 TABLE OF contents 2016 ON THE COVER: Oneness-Family School Location: Chevy Chase, MD Photography: Deborah Kolt W e asked, and you voted! For more than 20 years, Washington FAMILY Magazine has been running our annual Best for FAMILIES survey. This year’s survey received more than 15,000 online votes in 135 categories. Some categories were a tie vote between the winners or runners-up, so we’ve included both. We’re always excited to see the year’s winners, and hope you will find the results as useful as we do. Congratulations to our area’s best! 4  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com FAMILY Blog [P.06] Classifieds [P.46] Calendar [P.60] RESOURCES: Summer Camps [P.48] Schools / Preschools [P.51-55] Schools / Montessori [P.56-59] Birthday / Parties [P.63-65] GUIDES: Preschool & Childcare [P.50-55] Montessori [P.58-59] washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  5 ack to school means many different things The following year, my daughter was accepted early to parents and students alike. For some, it is kindergarten instead of attending another year of pre- an understandable relief. When kids aren’t school. We both walked solemnly to her school as if we at camp or on a vacation, parents are sick were in a funeral possession. As we got closer, my mind tired of them moping around all day, watching TV started racing and I broke out in a cold sweat. I staring at their phone or computer. The words “I’m to myself, “What are you doing? This means you’ll have start to sound like nails on a chalkboard. her one less year before she has to go to college.” I con- vinced myself she wasn’t emotionally ready. (She was.) these parents, some kids actually look forward to the of the new school year. They are excited to see friends again and are ready for greater challenges, sets and opportunities. kids would prefer to have a root canal or two. In first week of August, the sunken realization of the in- begins and intensifies as the days march forward. up I fit squarely into this category. I never knew, how agonizing back to school truly could be un- my daughter was going to start full-time kindergarten. I should mention I got busted when she started pre- The teachers kindly said it was best if all parents Many of the precious, tiny students, mine included, hanging onto their parents’ legs with 3-year-old vise All of the parents eventually left, except for me. I it was blatantly obvious they should understand daughter and I were a special exception, and I should allowed to stay. No dice. They swiftly shooed me could feel her impossibly little hand shaking in mine, knew she wasn’t feeling any better. She was trying to be brave little soldier and hold back her tears. I got down on my knees and looked into her miniature, rosy face and asked her if she was ready to start school. She said a quick “no,” and without thinking, I said “me either!” And we skipped with glee all the way back to watch Elmo. The next year she went without a hitch, probably becaus I was a regular presence at her preschool. Her teachers were kind and patient enough to allow me to help in classrooms on a regular basis. Fast forward a few years. I am proud and excited for my daughter to begin her second year of high school. In spite of my difficulty go, she has turned into a mature, capable, independent young lady. 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For more than 20 years, Washington FAMILY Magazine has been running our annual Best for FAMILIES survey. This year’s survey received more than 15,000 online votes in 135 categories. Some categories were a tie vote between the winners or runners-up, so we’ve included both. We’re always excited to see the year’s winners, and hope you will find the results as useful as we do. Congratulations to our area’s best! Education & Activities DAYCARE CENTER Jaclyn Perovich, Au Pair Cultural Care • RUNNER-UP • The Goddard School BEST ARTS PROGRAM Bella Ballet BEST CHILDREN’S COOKING CLASSES • RUNNER-UP • Acting for Young People Cookology • RUNNER-UP • BEST BALLET OR DANCE STUDIO Cooking with Fun Bella Ballet • RUNNER-UP • Dance Academy of Loudoun BEST BASEBALL CAMP BEST CHILDREN’S THEATRE OR DRAMA INSTRUCTION Acting for Young People • RUNNER-UP • Bethesda Big Train • RUNNER-UP • Ross Natoli Baseball Camp at Catholic University Encore Stage & Studio BEST CHILDREN’S YOGA CLASSES Heart & Soul Yoga • RUNNER-UP • Lil Omm BEST CHILD CARE/ BEST DAY CAMP Congressional Camp www.congressionalschools.org 703-533-9711 3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd. Falls Church, VA Congressional Camp is an ACA- accredited coed day camp designed for ages 3-14. We’re located on a beautiful, 40-acre campus in Falls Church, VA, at Congressional School. Our diverse programs include day camp, travel camps, academic classes and specialty camps which offer summers of new challenges, old traditions, friends and boundless FUN! • RUNNER-UP • Acting for Young People BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION Loudoun Country Day School www.lcds.org | 703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr. Leesburg, VA • RUNNER-UP • Language Stars washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  11 BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL (OVERALL) Loudoun Country Day School BEST GYMNASTICS CENTER APEX Gymnastics • RUNNERS-UP • Dynamite Gymnastic Dobre Gymnastics Academy BEST MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION TopKick Martial Arts • RUNNERS-UP • Kicks Karate School BEST MONTESSORI Oneness-Family School onenessfamilymontessorischool.org 301-652-7751 6701 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase, MD Oneness-Family School serves students ages 2- grade 8, providing the very best in Montessori education since 1988. Our unique program focuses on both character 12  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com and curriculum, offering a diverse international community founded on values within an academically rich environment. This enables us to prepare our students to be the global leaders of tomorrow who can think in creative and dynamic ways for an ever-changing world. In 2017, we will expand our successful program into the first Montessori high school in the Mid-Atlantic! Visit our website or come in for a tour to see why we were voted the "Best Montessori School in the Washington D.C. area." • RUNNER-UP • Arris Montessori Academy BEST MUSIC INSTRUCTION Loudoun Country Day School www.lcds.org 703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr. Leesburg, VA B&B Music Lessons www.bnbmusiclessons.com 301-655-4460 B&B Music Lessons has been providing at home music lessons since 2005. Our primary goal is to change lives through music, one lesson at a time. B&B has created a community of reliable and talented teachers. Private music lessons with B&B are fun and engaging while still covering the fundamentals of music. Our students are excited about taking lessons because we make it easy and fun for them to learn. We know that not every music student wants to become a professional musician and we make sure lessons are enjoyable and individually tailored for the student. Our private teachers do the driving so you don’t have to! • RUNNER-UP • Potomac Arts Academy washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  13 BEST CATERER District Taco BEST OVERNIGHT CAMP Randolph-Macon Academy www.rma.edu 200 Academy Dr. Front Royal, VA admission@rma.edu Students soar here! Located 70 miles west of Washington, D.C., R-MA is a co-ed day and boarding school that helps students achieve their academic potential through small classes, mentoring groups and supervised study halls. Advanced Placement and college courses are available. Students learn leadership skills through Air Force JROTC, and develop positive morals through the school’s affiliation with the United Methodist Church. Students also excel in 20 varsity sports, forensics, band, chorus, drama and a flight program. Graduating classes have a 100 percent college acceptance 14  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com rate and average $6.5 million in college scholarship offers each year. • RUNNER-UP • Camp Tall Timbers BEST PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Loudoun Country Day School www.lcds.org 703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr. Leesburg, VA • RUNNER-UP • The Griffin Academy Preschool of Westminster School BEST PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westminister School www.westminsterschool.com 703-256-3620 3819 Gallows Rd. Annandale, VA Westminster School provides students in preschool-8th grade a well-rounded education steeped in the classics, whose fundamental goals are a disciplined and well-informed mind, strength of character, dedication to learning, generosity of spirit, creativity and joy in the possibilities of life. Accelerated curriculum includes the core subjects, as well as Junior Great Books, French, Latin, art, music, penmanship, drama, and daily PE. Extracurricular activities such as sports, chorus, orchestra, MathCounts, Odyssey of the Mind, Science Olympiad, chess and multiple field trips per year enhance students’ rich experience. Extended care, door-to- door bus service, enrichment classes and camp programs are also available. • RUNNER-UP • Loudoun Country Day School washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  15 BEST SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL RUNNER UP Commonwealth Academy BEST PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL Randolph-Macon Academy • RUNNER-UP • The Siena School BEST PRIVATE SCHOOL (OVERALL) Loudoun Country Day School www.lcds.org 703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr. Leesburg, VA LCDS has enjoyed a prominent place in Loudoun County and Northern Virginia since 1953, and its outreach grows every year as we appeal to larger geographical areas. Our robust educational program, including our emphasis on strong academics, STEM, the arts and athletics is gaining recognition in the greater metropolitan area. Beyond that, LCDS students emerge not only as independent and critical thinkers, but also responsible and caring citizens. 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Our preschools offer the perfect balance of learning and play. Our elementary and middle school continues to foster a love of learning by providing challenging academics along with specialty classes. Open House Saturday, August 6, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Contact us to RSVP or schedule a private tour! 877-959-3746 • chesterbrookacademy.com ALEXANDRIA • ASHBURN • BETHESDA • CENTREVILLE • CHANTILLY • CLIFTON • FAIRFAX • GAINESVILLE • GAITHERSBURG GERMANTOWN • HERNDON • MANASSAS • OLNEY • STERLING • VIENNA • WASHINGTON • WOODBRIDGE CBA_WashingtonFamily_Jun16_7x4.72.indd 1 washingtonFAMILY.com  July 6/9/16 2016  51 10:47 AM A BC BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL www.brooksfieldschool.org info@brooksfieldschool.org 703-356-5437 1830 Kirby Rd. McLean, VA Ages: 2-6 Spanish, dance, art and music, summer camp, drama, outdoor adventure program and extra- curricular activities. SCHOOLS OF VIRGINIA www.congressionalschools.org admissions@csov.org 703-533-9711 3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd. Falls Church, VA Ages: Infant-Grade 8 An independent day school on 40 acres serving infants through grade 8. Each year Congres- sional School educates children from across Northern Virginia and around the world. GRASSHOPPER GREEN www.grasshoppergreen.com admissions@grasshoppergreen.com 703-256-4711 4955 Sunset Ln. Annandale, VA Ages: 2-12 Founded in 1939, Grasshop- per Green is the oldest private school in Northern Virginia. It is a unique preschool run by teachers and staff who love children and thrive on watching them grow and are dedicated to individual growth and develop- ment. Your child will receive instruction in Spanish, music, physical education and com- puters. Additional classes are offered in gymnastics, karate, dance and soccer. 6800 Columbia Pike Annandale, VA Ages: 3-4 Focus on the FUNdamentals. Small classes, qualified staff, enrichment classes, extended care. Pleas e Imme diate Return Proof by Fax to 703-318-5509 or Email to Production@theFAMILYmagazine.com CLASSICAL CONVERSATIONS www.classicalconversations.com nova@classicalconversations.com Ages: Pre-K - Grade 12 Classical Conversations supports homeschooling Check the classical One: parents by teaching model of education with a Christian worldview through ❏ Okay As Is local communities. FAIRFAX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL www.fairfaxchristianschool.com 703-759-5100 1624 Hunter Mill Rd. Vienna, VA Ages: Pre-K, 4 (by December 31) -5 Independent, university-pre- Approved by: paratory school. Call today for your private tour and educa- _________________ tional consultation. THE CONGRESSIONAL THE GRIFFIN ACADEMY www.thegriffinacademy.com klee@westminsterschool.com 703-256-2035 HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.preschoolmontessori.com info@hollybrookmontessori.com 703-573-7800 2455 Gallows Rd. Dunn Loring, VA Ages: 3-5 Children learn in an intimate and unpretentious atmosphere, where they respect themselves and others and care for the en- vironment around them. We of- fer a complete educational and social environment and utilize the discoveries and methods of Dr. Montessori to help keep the child develop more fully the potential within him. ❏ Needs Changes changes on ad) SCHOOLS / (Mark preschools Date Sent: ________________ The Madame Curie School of Science & Technology Company: Madame Curie School STEM++Curriculum To: NOw ENrOLLiNg! Helena Crick Fax/Email: hcrick@madamecurieschool.com Phone: 703-7931658 Section: AE: www.madamecurieschool.com SW Two Locations: If proof is not returned by this deadline advertisement will run as shown. Washington FAMILY Magazine is not responsible for errors or changes not CLEARLY 52  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com marked or ads not returned by this Offering: Full Day/Half Day Preschool Kindergarten K-6 After-School Herndon 13505 Dulles Technology Drive, Ste.1 Herndon, VA 20171 Email: contact-herndon@madamecurieschool.com Phone: 703.793.1658 Chantilly 43250 Stonewall Pond Street Chantilly, VA 20152 Email: contact-chantilly@madamecurieschool.com Phone: 703.542.6600 HUNTER MILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.preschoolmontessori.com info@huntermillmontessori.com 703-938-7755 2709 Hunter Mill Rd. Oakton, VA Ages: 2.9-5 Hunter Mill Montessori School provides an intimate and nurturing environment for 2.9 - 6-year-olds to develop their independence through the Montessori experience. We offer a complete educational and social environment and utilize the discoveries and methods of Dr. Montessori to help the child develop more fully the potential within him. children ages two and a half to five. Now enrolling! Join our school of joyful learning today! LEPORT SCHOOL ALDIE www.leportschools.com/nova aldie@leportschools.com 703-810-7160 24328 Marrwood Dr. Aldie, VA Ages: Toddler-Kindergarten MONTESSORI SCHOOL POTOMAC FALLS www.leportschools.com/nova potomacfalls@leportschools.com 571-222-6628 20685 Fernbank Ct. Sterling, VA Ages: Infant-Kindergarten Pleas e Imme Proof diate ly! KAY SCHOOL www.kayschool.org info@kayschool.org 703-264-9078 3005 Dower House Dr. Herndon, VA Ages: 2 ½-5 Kay School is a child-centered arts and project based program that will stimulate, nurture, and enhance the intellectual, emotional, physical, social and creative development of young LEPORT SCHOOL BROADLANDS www.leportschools.com/nova broadlands@leportschools.com 703-810-7808 42945 Waxpool Rd. Ashburn, VA Ages: Toddler-Grade 3 LEPORT SCHOOL CHANTILLY www.leportschools.com/nova chantilly@leportschools.com 571-222-4728 4550 Walney Rd. Chantilly, VA Ages: Toddler-Grade 3 LEPORT LEPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL RESTON www.leportschools.com/nova reston@leportschools.com 703-810-7811 11579 Cedar Chase Rd. Herndon, VA Ages: Toddler-Kindergarten LOUDOUN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL www.lcds.org info@lcds.org 703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr. Leesburg, VA Ages: 4-Grade 8 LCDS is an accredited PK-8 grade coed independent school with a rigorous core curricu- lum, nurturing environment and extensive programs in foreign languages, arts, technol- ogy and athletics. We offer a half-day PK program (age 4) with an extended day option for 4- and 5-year olds as well as a full-day kindergarten. THE MADAME CURIE SCHOOL OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY www.madamecurieschool.com 703-793-1658 contact-herndon@madame curieschool.com 13505 Dulles Technology Dr., Ste. 1 Herndon, VA 703-542-6600 contact-chantilly@madame curieschool.com 43250 Stonewall Pond St. Chantilly, VA STEM Curriculum, Now Enrolling, Full Day/Half Day, Preschool, Kindergarten, K-6 After-School. CONTINUED ON P. 54 SCHOOLS / preschools Stepping Stones Therapy is a pediatric Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy practice in Bethesda, Maryland that provides comprehensive evaluations and treatment to children of all ages. We are able to address a wide range of communication, sensory and learning needs. O: 301-652-7800 F: 301-652-0622 4300 Montgomery Ave. Ste. 303 • Bethesda, MD 20814 info@steppingstonestherapy.com www.steppingstonestherapy.com washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  53 A BC MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CEDAR LANE www.preschoolmontessori.com info@cedarlanemontessori.com 703-560-4379 3035 Cedar Ln., Fairfax, VA Ages: 3-5 Montessori School of Cedar Lane has been providing over 40 years of Montessori tradition to Northern Virginia. We offer a complete educational and social environment and utilize the discoveries and methods of Dr. Montessori to help the child develop more fully the potential within him. Toddler through Elementary. After Care Program. Spanish, Art, After School Clubs, Sum- mer School. Accredited by The American Montessori Society and AdvancedED/SACS. North- ern Virginia’s only non-profit AMS accredited Montessori School. MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA www.msnv.org info@msnv.org 703-992-0255 Valleybrook Campus, 3433 Rose Lane Falls Church, VA Ages: 2-12 At the Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV), we want the delight of discov- ery to last a lifetime. MSNV provides authentic Montessori education for children ages 2 through 12. From preprimary through elementary, our learn- ing environment is designed to directly benefit social, emo- tional, physical and intellectual development. NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED www.nysmith.com mwhite@nysmith.com 703-713-3332 12625 EDS Dr. Herndon, VA Ages: 3-Grade 8 Family owned and operated since 1983, 620+ children 3 years through 8th grade. 1:9 teacher- student ratio, award winning. Daily individualized reading and math, science, computers, logic, and foreign language. Loving atmosphere with an exciting curriculum. Pleas e Imme Proof diate ly! MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MCLEAN www.mcleanmontessori.org 703-790-1049 1711 Kirby Rd. McLean, VA Ages: 2-12 SCHOOLS / preschools 54  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com PINECREST SCHOOL www.pinecrestschool.org admissions@pinecrestschool.org 703-354-3446 7209 Quiet Cove Annandale, VA Ages: 3-4 Stimulating preschool program for 3- & 4-year-olds includes Spanish, music & P.E enrich- ment classes. Special presenta- tions & field trips, too. Before- and after-care until 6 p.m. Nurturing curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning since 1957. RESTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.restonmontessori.com office@restonmontessori.com 703-481-2922 1928 Isaac Newton Sq. West Reston, VA Ages: 3 months-Grade 6 Established in 1986, Reston Montessori School is a pri- vate, co-educational school for children from 3 months through 6th grade. SUNSET HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.sunsethillsmontessori.com office@sunsethillsmontessori.com 703-476-7477 11180 Ridge Heights Rd. Reston, VA Ages: 18 months – 14 years At SHMS we are committed to recognizing and cultivating the uniqueness of each individual child. We have a community of educators, and wonderful fami- lies, that have chosen SHMS because of a shared vision for early childhood and elementary education. WAY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY www.way-of-faith.org info@wayoffaith.net 703-573-7221 8800 Arlington Blvd. Fairfax, VA Way of Faith Academy offers faith-based, quality education in a nurturing and caring environment with small class sizes, individual attention and before and after-school care. We also offer preschool for ages 2 ½ -4. Please call or visit us! Childcare Centers & Nannies A CHILD'S PLACE www.achildsplaceinc.com acpkids@aol.com 703-698-8050 3100 Prosperity Ave. Fairfax, VA Ages: 8 wks-6 years A Child’s Place is just that - a delightful environment created for children 8 weeks to 6 years enrolled in our programs for infants, toddlers, potty training, preschool and pre-K. CHI AU PAIR www.chiaupairusa.org 703-528-5152 CHI Au Pair USA offers safe and affordable childcare in your home. Approximately $345 per family per week. Carefully screened and trained au pairs ages 18-26 available from many different countries. Au pairs can stay up to 2 years, have legal visa, medical and liability insur- ance, and childcare experience. U.S. Government-designated cultural exchange program. Local support provided in your community. Discounts and spe- cial promotions available. GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC www.gymboreeclasses.com 703-836-2277 318 S Pickett St. Alexandria, VA 6045 Burke Centre Pkwy., #204 Burke, VA 14155 Sullyfield Cir. Ste., 1 Chantilly, VA Ages: 3-5 Focusing on the 7 key social skills experts say are necessary for success in school, our 1.5 hour drop-off program helps build confidence, encourages curiosity and promotes inde- pendent learning and problem- solving skills. Class components include letter and number recognition, hands on science, group story times and creative projects. PAYYOURNANNY.COM www.payyournanny.com byudd@payyournanny.com 703-819-9796 Payyournanny.com provides personal household employ- ment tax and payroll services to families that hire nannies, housekeepers, personal assis- tants, nurses, home health aides and others. Our goal is to assist families to stay compliant with Federal and State withholding tax and unemployment insur- ance requirements. “We’re here to help families.” STEPPING STONES THERAPY www.steppingstonestherapy.com info@steppingstonestherapy.com 301-652-7800 4300 Montgomery Ave., Ste. 303 Bethesda, MD Ages: All Pediatrics We offer Occupational Therapy and speech language therapy and evaluations to children of all ages. SCHOOLS / preschools Find out what a 325 Years of Qu ak ing er rat Ce leb tion in America uca Ed Friends Education can give to your child. at the G erman S chool W aShinGton D.c. Friends Community School www.friendscommunityschool.org • College Park, MD, Grades K-8 Open Houses: 9:00-11:00 a.m. on Oct. 18, Nov. 5, Nov. 17, Dec. 2, Jan. 7, Jan. 10 Friends Meeting School Private Preschool to Kindergarten Ages 2 ½ to 5 • Half Day or Full Day - Classes for children and teens of all language proficiency levels: age 3 & up - Diploma classes (DSD) - Adult classes for all levels - Literature classes - Conversation classes - English classes Kay Club Before & After Care Programs Ages 2 ½ to 12 • Camp Kay Summer 2016 Register now for Fall 2016! www.dswashington.org/glc www.friendsmeetingschool.org • Ijamsville, MD, Grades K-12 Open House: Friday, Octobe r 21, 2-4pm Sandy Spring Friends School www.ssfs.org • Sandy Spring, MD, Grades PK3-12 Open Houses: Oct 16 (1:00-3:30); Nov. 9, Dec 7, Jan. 11 (8:15-11) School for Friends www.schoolforfriends.org • Washington, DC, Age 2-4 Open Houses: 9:30-11:00 Oct. 17, Nov. 15, Dec. 7, Jan. 12, Jan. 27, Feb. 6, & Feb 21 Sidwell Friends School www.sidwell.edu • Bethesda, MD (PK-4) & Washington, DC (5-12), Grades PK-12 Open Houses: Lower: Sunday, October 23, Middle & Upper: Sunday, November 6 washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  55 e Pro I Bilingual mm Montessori o f e d iately Academy ! F • S • i ❏ Okay As Is Approved by: SCHOOLS / preschools _________________ ❏ Needs Changes (Mark changes on ad) Date Sent: Now Enrolling! ________________ rench Company: paniSh For Age 2 - 6 Years talian Ivymount H alf D ay or f ull D ay • E arly B irds & a ftEr -C arE To: For information call: (301) 962-7262 Amy Baker 3514 Plyers Mill Rd., Kensington, MD Fax/Email: www.spring-bilingual.org • info@spring-bilingual.org abaker@ivymount.org Phone: 301-463-0223 Section: A A CORN CORN H H ILL ILL W W ALDORF ALDORF K K Education INDERGARTEN & & N N URSERY INDERGARTEN URSERY Parent-Infant, Parent-Toddler, Parent-Child - Birth to 3 AE: Half and Full Day Programs for ages 2½-6 Turco Spring Fair May 14th Free Admission! Now Enrolling Summer Programs If proof ~ Register is not returned Online ~ by this deadline Call 301-565-2282 advertisement will Find us on the web at www.acornhill.org run as shown. 9504 Brunett Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20901 Washington FAMILY Magazine is not responsible for errors or changes not CLEARLY marked or ads not returned by this deadline. when you can have the whole apple! If changes are submitted more than three times, a fee of $40 will be charged. Free 3-Day Parent Equipping Events Coming this Spring Attend a 3-day parent equipping event as we learn the Art of Argumentation and discover how to give your child a whole education using an educational approach that is about truth, beauty and goodness -- anything but common! To learn more, contact Gretchen Heinrich at gheinrich@classicalconversations.com. V isit ParentPracticum.com ClassicalConversations.com 56  July 2016  washingtonFAMILY.com diate ly! _________________ SCHOOLS / montessori ❏ Needs Changes (Mark changes on ad) Date Sent: ________________ Inspiring Company: and guiding children ages 2-12 in Montessori Falls Church & Annandale, VA. 703-256-9577 To: • www.msnv.org of Mclean Thomas LeGrand Fax/Email: tlegrand@montessorimclean.org Phone: 703-790-1049 Reston Montessori School Section: New After Care Program “Free the child’s potential, and you will Montessori Schools transform him into the world.” AE: ~ Maria Montessori Jim Haiz • Advanced academic curriculum • Award winning French program If proof is not returned • STEM by this deadline • Music, Art advertisement will run as shown. • PE / Yoga Toddler through 6th Grade: Ages 2 - 12 Science & Technology • Math & Language Foreign Languages • Music & Drama • Art & PE After School Clubs • Summer Program Transportation Available • Extensive Facility & Playgrounds 1711 Kirby Road • McLean, VA 22101 Phone: 703-790-1049 • Fax: 703-790-1962 www.mcleanmontessori.org Ages 3 Month - 6th Grade 1928 Isaac Newton Square West, Reston, VA 20190 Washington FAMILY Magazine is not 703-481-2922 • www.restonmontessori.com responsible for errors or changes not CLEARLY marked or ads not returned by this deadline. A “Cultivating each child’s unique ability to flourish in mind, body and spirit.” Accredited by AMS & SACS AMERICAN MONTESSORI SOCIETY education that transforms lives PREMIER COLLEGE Preparatory School If changes are submitted more than three times, a fee of $40 will be charged. The George Washington University Online High School offers small class sizes and personalized, intensive college advising for grades 6 –12. With GWUOHS’s academically challenging education, your student will be well-prepared for college. Our numbers tell the story!* • • • • 100% of our graduates are accepted to one or more colleges $2.7 million in college scholarships awarded to our graduates this year 1779 out of 2400—the average SAT score achieved by our students 75% of our students score 3 or higher on AP exams Learn more at an in-person information session. Saturday, July 30. 2100 Foxhall Road, NW Washington, DC 20007. Visit gwuohs.com/event for more details. gwuohs.com | info@gwuohs.com | 877.847.1165 *Based on responses of 2016 graduates who applied to college; 27 students taking the AP exams in the 2014- 2015 school year; the 29 students taking the SAT, under the 2400 highest score test, in the 2014 - 2015 school year(s); and cumulative total of all scholarships awarded to students accepted into college for the 2015- 2016 school year(s). washingtonFAMILY.com  July 2016  57 SCHOOLS / montessori DISCOVERING JULY 2016 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Jamon Montessori Day School 301-384-3131 • Silver Spring, MD Science Technology Engineering Math Ages 2 - 2nd Grade Spanish Immersion 7:30am - 6pm www.jamonmontessori.com jamon.montessori@gmail.com NORTHEAST STARS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL www.nestars.net northeaststarsmontessori. nes@gmail.com 1325 Maryland Ave., NE Washington, D.C. 688 N. Saint Asaph St. Alexandria, VA Ages: 2-5 703-945-0408 MARYLAND THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.bethesdamontessori. com admissions@ bethesdamontessori.com 7611 Clarendon Rd. Bethesda, MD Ages: 3-6 301-986-1260 JAMON MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL www.jamonmontessori.com jamon.montessori@gmail.com 52 Randolph Rd. Silver Spring, MD Ages: 2-Grade 2 301-384-3131 THE MANOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL 58 July 2016 washingtonFAMILY.com www.manormontessori.com themanormontessori@gmail. com 10500 Oaklyn Dr. Potomac, MD 11200 Old Georgetown Rd. Rockville, MD 5450 Massachusetts Ave. Bethesda, MD 301-299-7400 TOP HAT MONTESSORI www.tophatmontessori.com info@tophatmontessori.com 18243A Flower Hill Way Gaithersburg, MD Ages: 2 months-Kindergarten VIRGINIA AQUINAS MONTESSORI SCHOOL: MT. VERNON CAMPUS & OLD TOWN CAMPUS www.aquinasmontessorischool. com aquinasmontessorimv@gmail. com 8334 Mt. Vernon Hwy. Alexandria, VA 112 S. Columbus St. Alexandria, VA Ages: 3-12 703-780-8484 BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL www.brooksfieldschool.org brksfield@aol.com 1830 Kirby Rd. McLean, VA Ages: 2-6 703-356-KIDS GREEN HEDGES SCHOOL Date Sent: SCHOOLS / montessori ________________ montessori Company: Paint Branch Montessori Montessori Children • Discover learning is a joy that can last To: a lifetime. • Learn spontaneously and creatively. • Learn Ms. Rebecca Guyot at their own pace. • Develop to their greatest potential. • Are encouraged to choose work and make decisions. TOP Email: info@pbmontessori.com 5 www.greenhedges.org admissions@greenhedges.org 415 Windover Ave., NW Vienna, VA Ages: 3-6 703-938-8323 HA'PENNY MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.hapennyschool.com director@hapennyschool. com 4288 Trowbridge St. Fairfax, VA Ages: 10 weeks-Age 6 703-729-5755 HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL www.preschoolmontessori. com info@hollybrookmontessori. com 2455 Gallows Rd. 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ACADEMY Reston, VA www.kidslovemonarch.com Ages: 3 months-12 years kidslovemonarch@gmail.com 703-481-2922 washingtonFAMILY.com July 2016 59 JULY 2016 FAMILY adventure CALENDAR FRIDAY 1 MOUNT VERNON EXCURSION CRUISES $, 8AM, Spirit Cruises 600 Water St. Washington, D.C. www.spiritcruises.com DINOROCK | DINOSAURS FOREVER! $, 10:30 AM, Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the- Woods 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA www.wolftrap.org LIVE ONSTAGE: THE WIZARD OF OZ IN FAIRYLAND $, 1 PM, Workhouse Arts Center 9601 Ox Rd. Lorton VA www.workhouse.org SUNDAY 3 2016 SMITHSONIAN FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL THE LITTLE MERMAID FREE, 11 AM, The National Mall Between 4th and 7th Streets 645 Jefferson St. SW Washington, D.C. www.festival.si.edu/ $, 10:30 AM, Imagination Stage 4908 Auburn Ave. Bethesda, MD www.imaginationstage.org 15TH NORTH AMERICAN LITHUANIAN FOLK DANCE FESTIVAL HAIRSPRAY $, 6 PM, Toby’s Dinner Theatre of Columbia 5900 Symphony Woods Rd. 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Haymarket, VA 703-792-8700 WEDNESDAY 6 JAZZY ASH AND THE LEAPING LIZARDS $, 10:30 AM, Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the- Woods 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA www.wolftrap.org GRANDPARENT'S DAY $, 9:30 AM, Green Meadows Farm, 10102 Fingerboard Rd. Ijamsville, MD greenmeadowsevents.com LITTLE TOTS FREE, 10:30 AM, Fairfax Corner Shopping Center, Monument KIDSPY OVERNIGHT: OPERATION SECRET SLUMBER $, 7 PM, International Spy Museum, 800 F St NW Washington, D.C. www.spymuseum.org JANE FRANKLIN DANCE: WASH OVER YOU $, 7:15 PM, Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street, NE, Washington, D.C. www.atlasarts.org "FOOTLOOSE" $, 8 PM, Alden Theatre 1234 Ingleside Dr. McLean, VA mcleancenter.org/alden-theatre SATURDAY 9 County Fairgrounds, 16 Chestnut St. Gaithersburg, MD cirqueitalia.com MONDAY 11 PRESCHOOL STEAM: BULL RUN FREE, 10:30 AM, Bull Run Regional Library 8051 Ashton Ave. Manassas, VA 703-792-4500 TUESDAY 12 READING TO DOGS FREE, 10:30 AM, Nokesville Neighborhood Library 12993 Fitzwater Dr. Nokesville, VA 703-792-5665 HUDSON VAGABOND PUPPETS | BUTTERFLY! THE STORY OF A LIFE-CYCLE "STINKY KIDS THE MUSICAL" $, 11:30 AM, The Children’s Theatre at Way Off Broadway Dinner Theatre, Willowtree Plaza 5 Willowdale Dr. Frederick, MD www.wayoffbroadway.com MUSIC & MOTION FREE, 10:30 AM, Montclair Community Library 5049 Waterway Dr. Montclair, VA 703-792-8740 SUNDAY 10 GARDENS OPEN $, 6 AM, Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct. Vienna, VA www.novaparks.com/parks/ meadowlark-botanical-gardens TERRAPIN ADVENTURES PRESENTS DOGGIE DASH! $, 10 AM, Tanyard Cove Waterfront Park 7490 Ashmore Ave. Glen Burnie, MD www.tanyardcove.com CIRQUE ITALIA $, 2:30 PM, Montgomery $, 10:30 AM, Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the- Woods 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA www.wolftrap.org CSM TWILIGHT PERFORMANCE SERIES: CHAUTAUQUAN DUKE ELLINGTON FREE, 6:30 PM, College of Southern Maryland 8730 Mitchell Rd. 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