Abby Wojcik

Welcome! My name is Abby. I'm a freelance writer and the Admissions and Marketing Coordinator at Chesterfield Montessori School. I have a bachelor of arts in English and creative writing with a minor in women and gender studies from Canisius College. I've also completed the internationally-recognized AMI Certificate for Montessori Core Principles, where I studied Montessori theory and philosophy across various life stages.

I'm passionate about journalism, poetry, art and all things local and sustainable. Usually, I can be found biking to a local coffee shop for an iced vanilla latte!

abigailnoone@gmail.com

CWE Griffin Newspaper • March 2024

Forest Park East Waterways project nears the finish line: New sustainable, scenic visitor amenities

The East Waterways Project is the largest and final phase of the non-profit’s Forever Campaign. Under this $10.5 million campaign, three of the park’s lakes were restored and improved with better access to shorelines and new visitor amenities.

CWE Griffin Newspaper • March 2024

NorthPoint partners with residents to replace vacant buildings with luxury apartments

A stretch of seven vacant buildings along the east side of Kingshighway Boulevard just south of Interstate 64 has been infamous for being ugly, neglected eyesores for decades. Having fallen in love with the structure and beauty of the neighborhood, local residents are partnering with NorthPoint Development to ensure this project moves forward with care and consideration for local residents.

Chesterfield Montessori School • January 2024

How CMS Prepares Students for the “Real World"

Quite simply, there is nothing quite like an authentic Montessori education for your child! That’s why 95% of our students who stay through the Upper Elementary Program are admitted to their first-choice secondary school. More importantly, it’s why children at CMS love to come to school! They develop a passion for learning that leads to success for life.

Chesterfield Montessori School • January 2024

Montessori geography curriculum cultivates worldly appreciation

Geography is a vibrant aspect of the Montessori Elementary and generates spontaneous, active, self-renewing interest. A love of learning blossoms in the children, and many develop a lifelong fascination with elements of their world.

CWE Griffin Newspaper • November 2023

Legislation seeks to ease burdens of liquor license application for restaurants

Some business owners seeking a liquor license in the City of St. Louis may soon have a clearer path, as provided in a bill introduced in June in the Board of Aldermen with an emphasis on streamlining the application process specifically for restaurants that serve liquor, enhancing public safety provisions and incorporating other changes.

CWE Griffin Newspaper • November 2023

Aldermen pass permit requirements for short-term rentals

Issues related to short-term rentals in the city have been ongoing. Consistent instances of parties, violence and general nuisance have been associated with some of these rentals, leading neighbors concerned and frustrated with lack of regulations in place for these property types.

CWE Griffin Newspaper • September 2023

Delmar DivINe seeks to bridge the Divide

This new, collaborative work and living space is dedicated to maximizing capital in St. Louis through a focus on nonprofit organizations. With amenities for both nonprofit and residential tenants in the historic building, Delmar DivINe’s mission is to improve the lives of children and families in the metropolitan St. Louis area.

CWE Griffin Newspaper • June 2023

Familiar Faces of the CWE: Musician Bob Gleason

“For me, it seems stupid to say, but it's kind of like a religious experience. It really is. When you're playing, it is very out of body,” Gleason said. “And whether it's the band or as a single, it's a deeply meaningful experience.”