By Leianna Pasmant-Solis

Mayor Cartagena with student, Natalia Avila, and director, Leianna Pasmant-Solis. (Photo Courtesy: Leianna Pasmant-Solis)
Walnut – The International School of Montessori has been part of the Walnut Community since 1994. The Walnut school provides a revolutionary method of observing and supporting the natural development of children from infancy through kindergarten.
Montessori’s 2014 kindergarten class held their graduation ceremony on Fri., June 13, at the Covina Woman’s Club, and Walnut Mayor, Tony Cartagena, was in attendance to congratulate the little graduates.
Cartagena delivered an inspiring speech for the school, encouraging each child to aspire to greatness. The school’s director, Leianna Pasmant-Solis, also congratulated the staff and those in attendance for having participated in such a wonderful program.
The International School of Montessori is located at 20781 Amar Road in Walnut. For more information, call (909) 594-8172.
