Upcoming Dates to Remember


March 13 
Daylight Saving Time Begins
 
March 14 
Parent Council 4:00 pm (via Zoom)
School Accountability Committee 6:00 pm
 
March 15 
MSCS Board of Directors Meeting 6:00 pm 
Skate City 6:00 pm
 
March 17 
St. Patrick’s Day!
 
March 18 
Half Day for Kindergarten
Full Moon Fire 5:00 pm
 
March 22-25
Spring Break!
 
March 22
Futures Committee Meeting 3:30 pm
Irish Blessing
May troubles be less and blessings be more
And nothing but happiness come to your door.
And may you have love wherever you go;
Your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow …
From the Parent Council
Waldorf Watercolors

Peek into an afternoon of watercolors in Ms. White’s 5th grade Evergreen Class! Waldorf schools use primary colors implementing a wet-on-wet watercolor technique, allowing for an imaginary and flowing experience of color. 
Dig Pit Off Limits Due to Safety Concerns
The Dig Pit in the school garden will now be off limits for Kindergartners and their younger siblings for the remainder of the year. The Dig Pit has grown so large that it is becoming dangerous for our youngest children. We have also had to close off a section of the Dig Pit during Agricultural Arts adventure time as well, as it is too steep. Work will be done to rectify the situation this summer, but for now we must restrict access to the Dig Pit. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Adjusting to Daylight Saving Time
Spring Forward
This Sunday, March 13th, we set our clocks forward one hour as we shift to Daylight Saving Time. Losing an hour of sleep as our clocks “spring forward” disrupts our circadian rhythm and sleep schedules.
  
How can we help our children make the adjustment? Experts tell us we can move their bedtimes earlier in small increments over several days while keeping their bedtime routines consistent and predictable. Consider making these adjustments if you haven’t yet over the weekend. Visit this article, Daylight Saving Time for Kids: The Best Tips to Prepare Them for the Change for other practical suggestions.

This shift also brings general attention to sleep care: making sure children get exercise during the day, no screen time at least 2 hours before bedtime, maintaining dark during sleep and letting light in when it’s time to wake up, and healthy eating habits. A recent 10-minute story on the Colorado Matters Public Radio program focuses on Healthy Ways to Help Your Preschoolers Sleep – good information for all ages!
Save the Dates: April 1-2
Join us for Simplicity Parenting Classes with Ms. Stacie Warren, to learn Waldorf approaches to supporting your children, so they are ready to launch into the world with resiliency!

No cost to our families; a $175 value. All Mountain Song families are invited to attend any or all of the sessions, hosted here at the school (2904 W Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904). Click HERE to learn more.
  
Upcoming Class Dates & Times*:

March 29th, 6-8 p.m. Ages 8/9 through Early Teens 
April 19th, 6-8 p.m. Setting Boundaries 

*Due to the discussion-based format of the class and our attempt to create a safe space where attendees are comfortable sharing their trials and triumphs in parenting, this class is only being offered in-person and there will not be a Zoom option.
Vision Screening
Vision screening will take place here at Mountain Song on Thursday, March 31st at no cost for students. Parent information letters will be sent home with students who need to be screened. The consent forms can also be accessed here. Consent forms must be signed before students can be screened, and they can be turned in at the front office.
 
Sponsored by the Nob Hill Lions Club in association with the Colorado Lions Kidsight Program. 
 
Vision Screening Coordinator: Don Rose, 719-684-2021 rose8132@msn.com .
2022-2023 School Calendar
The SY22-23 Calendar has been approved by the Board of Directors and is now on our website! 
Ag Arts Volunteers Needed for Spring Break and Weekends
We are looking for garden volunteers to help out during weekends and over the Spring Break! Duties include caring for the animals and watering the greenhouse.

You can sign up here via our SignUp Genius. Please email Mr. Adam at awright@mountainsongschool.com if you have any questions. 

Mr. Adam Wright
Agricultural Arts Coordinator and Teacher
Spring Track Series with Mountain Song!
Registration OPEN now through April 16, 2022
We offer a non-competitive, youth program to introduce running to young athletes grades K-5, in a safe and fun environment. The focus is on self-improvement, being an encouraging teammate, and making new friends. Practices consist of running games and workouts with a strong focus on fun!  

Practice meets at Thorndale Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:30pm, beginning Tuesday, April 12th. Races meet at Harrison High School, Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm on: April 24th, May 1st and May 8th.  

To register, visit www.landsharksrunningclub.com.
Runners MUST be registered prior to their first practice.
Cost: $65 registration through April 10th, then an additional $10/runner fee applies 
Financial Aid is available February 10th – March 25th through every kid sports. 
For questions or interest in volunteering, please contact Coach Stephanie Ryan at
Spring Break in the Springs!
Looking for a fun way for your kiddos to spend Spring Break?!  
Pikes Peak Children’s Museum will be offering a fun half day Spring Break Camp March 21-25 for ages in 1st - 6th grade.  Click here for details.

Visit the CS Kids Magazine March 2022 addition for more great Spring Break activities to do with your family!
We are hiring for the following positions:


Please refer to our website and/or pick up an application at the front office.
2021-2022 Calendar and Schedule
Please find the 2021-2022 school calendars and daily schedule for grades 1-8 at the links below. 
Mountain Song Community School | 2904 West Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
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