Welcome to our intentional community. We’re glad you found us.
Coming Soon… Open for services beginning June 2024
We would like to introduce you to our collective of Montessori educators, guides, and creative professionals whose goal is to provide in-depth resources, strengths-based and Montessori-rooted supports, professional connections, and references- directly to you.
Our mission is to help guide
twice-exceptional children and their families to ensure that their educational journeys are providing them all available opportunities to not just survive, but thrive.
What does
“Twice-exceptional”
even mean?
"Twice-exceptional," often abbreviated as "2e,"
refers to children who are exceptional or gifted in one or more areas, such as academics, creativity, or leadership, while also having one or more disabilities or challenges
(including, but not limited to, autism spectrum, sensory processing challenges, ADHD, dyslexia, and other forms of neurodivergence).
In the educational setting, these children are considered to have exceptional abilities or potential, yet they may also face learning, social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties that can impact their academic performance or overall well-being.
Our Land Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that the home of EduCatalyst Collective in Bozeman, Montana, Valley of the Flowers, resides on the traditional land of Niitsítpiis-stahkoii ᖹᐟᒧᐧᐨᑯᐧ ᓴᐦᖾᐟ (Blackfoot / Niitsítapi ᖹᐟᒧᐧᒣᑯ), utilized and stewarded by members and descendants of the Blackfoot Confederacy (the Niitsiitapii [Real or Original People]) and the southern bands that are known by federal designation as the “Blackfeet” (Ampskapi Pikuni), Apsáalooke (Crow), Nimiipuu (Nez Perce), Salish, Kootenai, and Shoshone peoples. We are eternally thankful to our Ampskapi Pikuni friend who has given freely his mentorship on our journey to creation. We honor the enduring presence and resilience of Indigenous peoples who have stewarded this land for generations and recognize their continuing contributions to our community in all ways including socially, educationally, economically, and spiritually.
As we gather on this land and catalyze educational change, we commit to listening to and learning from Indigenous voices, respecting their sovereignty, and advocating for justice, equity, and reconciliation for all Indigenous peoples. May we strive to build meaningful relationships and uphold the values of respect, reciprocity, and responsibility toward the original caretakers of this land in action and in education.
Explore opportunities for experienced guidance
Welcome to our nurturing community and collective, where we stand by you on this journey to empower twice-exceptional children. Our insights and support are here to help you to illuminate your child’s path. We view twice-exceptionalism as a gift and a strength, and seek to encourage others to do the same. We are not here to diagnose or stigmatize; we are here to offer tested, strengths-based educational interventions and resource connection in a low-stress, low-pressure way.
“Of all things love is the most potent.”
Our services
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Curious? We are too. Let us know your needs and wants, and we will give you some resources to get you started.
“Imagination does not become great until human beings, given the courage and the strength, use it to create.” -Maria Montessori
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Embark on a journey of knowledge along with our team. Unravel new networks of others who share your experience; find others who are aiming to spark the flame of curiosity in the realm of education.
“The child has infinite possibilities which were not known before. Little children have lived in the world for thousands and thousands of years and no one has ever been aware of them.”
-Maria Montessori, The 1946 London Lectures.
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Empower yourself with insights and resources.
“We can only give to teach the child the chance to fulfill his potential possibilities. Our work is not to teach, but to help the absorbent mind in its work of development.”
-Maria Montessori
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Are you a professional looking to join our collective and share your gifts? We are always looking for inspired teachers, artists, mentors, and neurodivergent coaches to join our mission. Reach out and we will find a place for you.
“Once the teacher understands that mysterious powers exist within the child, and that these reveal themselves spontaneously through the child’s activities, his attitude will change, no longer being that of a superior toward an inferior; for he will realise that here is a treasure that must be allowed to yield benefits. Humanity is in dire need of this new type of educators. ”
-Maria Montessori, Citizen of the World, p. 97
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Engage with who we truly are, the teachers, parents, professionals, and givers who nurture, guide, and uplift our exceptional children. Dive into our journey and be a part of this remarkable story. Let's create brighter futures together!
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We are here to help you navigate the wonderful world of education for twice-exceptional children through a Montessori lens. Let us guide you with care and provide the support you need. Reach out today, and let's embark on this journey together!