CGS is a Montessori-based program of religious education for children. Assumption currently offers Level 1 CGS, for children ages 3-6 years old and Level 2 CGS space for children 6-9 years old. In the Atrium (the environment where CGS is offered) children are introduced to “prayer works” to contemplate the life of Jesus, parables, the liturgy, and more. Each week children may receive a presentation about the Holy Mass, the Infancy Narratives, or artwork, and the session always includes prayer time. From the pictures you can see that the children use a variety of handmade materials in the Atrium.

Many of these items are available at local stores and may be purchased apart from Amazon. Gently used items similar to what is listed would also be helpful! Items not listed (but needed for the Atrium space) include: area rugs (new or clean, in a neutral color or pattern), lamps, wooden child-sized tables and chairs, rectangular baskets, and picture frames. 

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• Children, age 3-6 years old
• Must be potty-trained
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Space is limited to 12 children per session

• Children, age 6-9 years old
• Should be emerging readers
• Capable of small group, independent work