Language of Reverence: Exploring the Power of Language 

Letty Rising is an international Montessori consultant, teacher trainer, course developer, speaker, and writer. She holds an AMI Elementary diploma for ages 6-12 and an M.Ed. from Loyola University. With extensive experience as an elementary teacher, education coordinator, homeschool education specialist, Head of School, and school leadership trainer in various Montessori organizations, including public, private, and charter schools, Letty is well-versed in Montessori education. Additionally, she has developed virtual professional development courses for Montessori elementary teachers and parents and hosts “Trillium Montessori Talks,” a podcast dedicated to discussing Montessori elementary principles and practices.

Elizabeth has been a Montessori educator for 35 years. She has worked to build public Montessori programs, implementing Child Study systems, and developing the art of Montessori Coaching. She is passionate about leading school start-ups, designing trainings, and bringing the Montessori coaching method to hundreds of schools across the country.

Elizabeth is a frequent presenter at Montessori conferences. Her book Montessori in Action: Building Resilient Montessori Schools was released in July 2021.

Elizabeth earned her AMI Elementary Diploma from the Washington Montessori Institute and her AMS Administrative Credential at the Center for Contemporary Montessori Studies. In addition, she has a Master of Fine Arts in writing from Spalding University.