The Great Montessori Schism

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2. A lot of Montessori ideas have been incorporated into public education

largely through the theory of Jean Piaget's "constructivism." "Hands-on" science and math are outgrowths of constructivism. I know that a few charter schools are Montessori or Waldorf schools, but their education philosophies are not compatible with the current "reforms" being shoved down the throats of regular public schools. Because often their students, especially Waldorf students, can't possibly pass the standardized tests required of students in their age bracket (especially in the lower grades), I am opposed to those schools receiving any taxpayer money whatsoever.

It's a matter of fairness. These kinds of schools should remain private and charge tuition.