We need to learn to heal, to trust and to proactively face our differences in a conscious effort to overcome them. Unfortunately there has been a good deal of truth in his observation, and in all too many areas of the Montessori community it continues to this day. To some of us, the diversity within Montessori today is a problem. The wonderful diversity of life is what gives it spice, meaning, and richness. Not only will those who rail against other expressions of Dr. Montessori's insights fail, but they harm the entire Montessori community in their well intentioned effort to promote high standards by disempowering others.
Diversity creates opportunities for new ideas, learning, and growth.
Only when we have achieved genuine peace and harmony am ong ourselves, will we be able to model peace to our children and to the rest of the world. Then we can establish Global Peace Villages, an International Peace Council, and a Montessori Peace Corps of volunteers helping around the world. The Internet will be one of our primary fields of conversation, sharing, and encouragement. These are not pipedreams, but feasible goals and missions for those of us who truly wish to live and transmit the spirit of Maria Montessori. The Montessori Peace Academy is a first step in that direction.