American Montessori Society
Anita Hanks is the Founder and Head of School at Starwood Academy of Frisco since September 2000, fostering an authentic Montessori experience for children. Anita serves as a Board Member for the American Montessori Society since January 2017, supporting the organization's strategic initiatives. Anita also holds the position of Executive Director at the North Texas Montessori Institute, an MACTE accredited and AMS affiliated Teacher Education Program since August 2015. Previous experience includes serving as Primary Guide and Assistant Director at West Plano Montessori School from September 1998 to August 2000. Anita's educational credentials include a Master of Education in Early Childhood Education from Texas Woman's University, accreditation from the Center for Montessori Education, a Bachelor of Business Administration from Southern Methodist University, and a teaching certification from the Dallas Montessori Academy.
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The American Montessori Society (AMS) is the foremost advocate for quality Montessori education. AMS sets the high professional standards that inform Montessori education as practiced in AMS-accredited schools and taught in AMS-affiliated teacher education programs. AMS provides an information center for its members, the media, and the public; a voice in the public policy arena; and a mobilizing force for the global Montessori community, through support services, research, and professional development events. Thousands enjoy AMS membership globally and attend AMS's premier conference for professional Montessori educators, The Montessori Event, in person and online. AMS comprises over 20,000 members, including 1,300 private and public schools.