What if schools were designed to honor every child’s unique potential, spark curiosity, and prepare them to live and lead with empathy? In this episode, Tim Seldin—President of the Montessori Foundation and Chair of the International Montessori Council—shares how Montessori education embodies the principles of partnership. From multi-age classrooms to individualized learning and a culture of respect, Tim reveals how this approach transforms not just academics, but the whole child. We explore how moving from domination-based to partnership-based models can foster mental health, creativity, and the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world—and why these shifts are essential for the future of humanity. 

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