Upcoming Dates to Remember
February 10
100th Day of School
February 11
February 14
School Lottery
February 17
Teacher In-Service - NO SCHOOL
February 18
Europe Trip Fundraiser 6:00 p.m.
February 20
Presidents’ Day - NO SCHOOL
March 3 (at capacity)
Group Tour 9:15 a.m.
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Happy 100th Day Mountain Song |
Today, February 10th, we officially mark the 100th Day of School! Please keep an eye out to see how Mountain Song celebrated this fun milestone in an upcoming Songbird feature. |
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Reminder: NO SCHOOL
Next Friday and Monday
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This is a friendly reminder that there will be no school Friday, February 17th for Professional Development and Monday, February 20th in observance of Presidents’ Day. |
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National School Counselor Week |
During National School Counselor Week, we recognize our amazing social-emotional student support team: Cori Karasiuk, Dean of Students; Hannah Badeau, School Social Worker; and Kim Butler, School Counselor. They touch our students’ hearts with compassion, encouragement, and skill building. We are incredibly fortunate to have such competent and caring professionals. Thank you! |
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Thriving A Different Way
With Dr. Temple Grandin
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We highly recommend attending this conversation with Dr. Temple Grandin, who has lived her life with autism. Dr. Grandin, Professor in Animal Sciences at Colorado State University, is one of the leading livestock experts in the world. Her story is remarkable in that she transformed herself from a non-verbal child into the amazing leader she is today.
Second graders at Mountain Song have learned about Dr. Grandin throughout previous years, recognized as one of Ag Arts Remarkable People, and so many of our elementary school students might be interested in meeting her.
Dr. Temple Grandin will be doing a Q&A at Library 21c* this Saturday, February 11th, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
*Library 21c: 1175 Chapel Hills Dr. 80919
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Have you ever been curious about what it would be like to work in a school and make a positive impact on the lives of students? Now is your chance! We are in need of substitute teachers! More information can be found on our website.
If you are interested, please contact Erinn Lynn at elynn@mountainsongschool.com for more information, go to our website, or pick up an application and drop it off to the front office as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!
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We’re looking for a caring and compassionate person to join our amazing team dedicated to helping our students grow into their full potential.
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Thanks to your generosity, we raised $5,608.00 during the Give! Campaign this holiday season. Mountain Song was presented with a check during a celebration last week. These funds will go directly towards much-needed improvements to our school and improve the Waldorf-inspired experience for all of our students!
We are beyond grateful for your gifts!
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Group Tours for Prospective Families |
If you know someone who is interested in learning more about Mountain Song … they’re in luck!
We offer tours to curious parents eager to learn more about Mountain Song and our Waldorf-inspired programs. Tours begin at 9:15 a.m. on the following dates: March 3rd (at capacity), and April 7th.
Space is limited and those interested must sign up via our SignUpGenius. Please contact our Registrar, Mary Ann Major, with any questions.
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Monday Village Homeschool Highlight |
The Monday Village Homeschool Grades 1-2 Class has begun their second semester studies. The children have been listening to Hero Stories for their main lesson time, learning about what a hero is and how there can be many different types of heroes in our daily lives. The first two lessons have been about Dr. Martin Luther King and Mahatma Ghandi. The focus the children put into their main lesson drawings and writings can be seen below. |
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NEW! Dungeons and Dragons
After School Club
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We are calling all 5th through 8th grade students who are interested in playing or learning how to play Dungeons and Dragons to join us Wednesdays for our new D&D Club in the Violetwood 5th grade classroom, from 3:15- 4:30 pm!
Experience and/ or materials are not needed, but students can bring materials if they have them. It is encouraged for club members to make the commitment of coming regularly for the sake of the game.
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Approved Calendar
SY 2023-24
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The MSCS Board of Directors approved the 2023-2024 Calendar for Mountain Song. Click below to download the PDF version.
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Spring Track Series with Landsharks Running Club!
Registration OPEN now!
We offer a non-competitive youth program to introduce running to young athletes in grades K-6 in a safe and fun environment. The focus is on self-improvement, making new friends, and being an encouraging teammate. Practices consist of running games with a strong focus on fun! The team is open to anyone in grades K-6 (including Mountain Song homeschool students).
Practice is at Thorndale Park, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 – 4:15 pm, beginning Tuesday, April 4. Races will be held at Palmer High School on Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm on: April 23, April 30, and May 7.
Runners MUST be registered prior to their first practice.
Cost: $65 registration (Also, please order a team t-shirt for meets if this is your first time participating.)
For questions or interest in volunteering at practices or meets, please contact Mountain Song parent/coach Christine Biermann.
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We are looking for garden volunteers to help out during weekends throughout the Spring semester. Duties include caring for the animals and watering the greenhouse. This is a wonderful opportunity for you and your family to engage with our school garden, to get outside, and witness the impact of nurturing all living things while everyone is away!
Please email Mr. Adam if you have any questions or want to receive training.
Mr. Adam Wright
Agricultural Arts Coordinator and Teacher
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2022-2023 Calendars and Schedule |
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Please find the 2022-2023 school calendar below.
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Mountain Song Community School | 2904 West Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 |
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