March 4
Skate City Fundraising Night 5 - 7 p.m.
March 8
School Tour 8:30 a.m.
March 11
Family Engagement Committee Meeting 6 p.m.
March 13
Parent Circle Meeting 6:30 p.m
March 16
Parent Circle BBQ 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
March 22
Half-day for Kindergarten
Spring Concert 5 p.m.
March 25-29
Spring Break NO SCHOOL
March 27
Last Day to Register for Landsharks
April 1
Urban Air Fundraising Night
April 5
School Tour 8:30 a.m.
April 10
Homeschool Parent Information Night 6 p.m.
April 10-12
CMAS Assessment Days- NO SCHOOL for 6-8 - Normal School for K-5
April 17-19
CMAS Assessment Days- NO SCHOOL for K-5 - Normal School for 6-8
April 23
Middle School Parent Information Night 6 p.m.
May 4
May Faire
May 7
School Tour 4 p.m.
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Perspective drawing by a MSCS 7th grader |
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Dearest Mountain Song Community,
We hope you all enjoyed this short week!
This beautiful piece of work by one of our 7th graders caught my eye. Here at Mountain Song, we understand that perspective is not just a point of view; it is a lens through which we interpret the world around us, shaping our interactions, decisions, and ultimately, our understanding of the world.
In our classrooms, we encourage students to explore diverse perspectives, fostering empathy, understanding, and critical thinking. By delving into different cultural, historical, and artistic viewpoints, we empower our students to embrace complexity and appreciate the richness of human experience.
A sense of perspective also extends beyond our classrooms. It permeates every aspect of our community life, influencing how we communicate, collaborate, and support one another. Embracing diverse perspectives allows us to find common ground, celebrate our differences, and build stronger bonds as a community, even (and especially) during disagreements. It’s what helps us create a better world.
Together, let us celebrate the richness of diversity and cultivate a shared commitment to empathy, respect, and unity.
Warmly,
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Teresa M. Woods, Ph.D.
Executive Director
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Always a favorite of our Mountain Song community, May Faire returns on May 4th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.! We hope you join us on this most joyous of days as we welcome back the sunshine and warm weather. You can expect craft booths, maypole dances, food and drinks, and a silent auction. Please wear white or light colors and invite your friends and family! For more information about the festivals we celebrate here at Mountain Song, visit the Festivals page on our website.
If you would like to help make this event a success yet again, join Parent Circle and the Festivals Committee for the first May Faire meeting on Tuesday, February 27th at 3:30 in the garden. Parents and guardians are responsible for the supervision of their children.
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2024-25 School Year Calendar Approved |
At the MSCS’s Board meeting on February 20th, the 2024-2025 Calendar was approved. You can find it below and linked here in PDF format.
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Interested in brain science? You may enjoy this Hidden Brain podcast episode, “Finding Focus” about the effects of screen time on attention. Happy listening!
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Violetwood 6th Grade Marketplace! |
We are overwhelmed by the support for our Violetwood 6th Grade Marketplace, which has become quite lucrative for our budding entrepreneurs!
After completing their Business Math block, each of our 6th graders has opened a business, selling various goods and services before school, during lunchtime, and after school.
The booths are cash only, and our business owners can make change with small bills. Please continue to stop by to support them next week and throughout the school year!
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Parent Circle BBQ & Updates |
Parent Circle is still selling MSCS spirit wear in all adult sizes after school on Fridays. Everything is $7 until the end of February! Parent Circle meets every second Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting is Wednesday, March 13th. Join in on ZOOM.
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Family Engagement Committee Meeting
February 12th at 6 p.m.
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Join the Family Engagement Committee (previously known as the School Accountability Committee) on Monday December 11th from 6-7:30 p.m!
Meetings are always held the second Monday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. via Zoom. If you have any questions, or if you would like a copy of the agenda, please feel free to email Michelle Jaramillo at michelle451982@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!
Meeting ID: 880 8825 6355
Passcode: 106801
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In case you missed it on social media… |
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Step into the enchanting world of our Mountain Song kindergarteners. Here, our teachers weave tales from heart, connecting deeply with each child as they form wax shapes, animals, and figures with their little hands. It’s a sight to behold!
Posted Tuesday, February 20th
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School Tours & Parent Information Nights |
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We welcome interested families to learn more about Mountain Song Community School and our Waldorf-inspired approach to education during upcoming school tours and Parent Information Nights. Head to our Enrollment page to sign up.
Upcoming Tours
Friday, March 8, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
Friday, April 5, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
Parent Information Nights
April 10, 2024 at 6 p.m. Homeschool
April 23, 2024 at 6 p.m. Middle School
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Skate City Fundraising Night |
We hope to see you at our last Skate City Fundraiser of this school year on March 4th from 5 - 7 p.m. Admission is $7 and you can rent skates for $4! If at least 50 skaters attend, we'll raise $150 for our school that night!
Thanks to your participation throughout the school year, Skate City is offering our families FREE membership to the Skate City Family Freebies Club, which includes free admission on Fridays, $10 in free game play on Saturdays, and free pizza on Sundays! Head to this link and enter the promo code below to redeem.
Thank you for supporting these events and be sure to mark your calendar for the final Urban Air Fundraising Night on April 1st.
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Landsharks Running Club
Register by March 27th
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Mountain Song’s Landsharks Running Club returns this spring! Landsharks is a non-competitive youth program that introduces running to young athletes in a safe and fun environment. The focus is on self-improvement, being an encouraging teammate, and making new friends.
Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. at Thorndale Park Track meets will be held on April 21, 28, and May 5.
Learn more and register HERE.
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One of the most impactful ways you can support our school is to help ensure we have a student in every available seat this year. Please spread the word about Mountain Song with your friends and neighbors. Feel free to grab a flyer or brochure from the office to leave at your local library or favorite coffee shop.
VOLUNTEER IN THE GARDEN
MAKE A DONATION
JOIN A COMMITTEE
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2023-2024 Calendars and Schedule |
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Please find the 2023-2024 school calendars and daily schedule for grades 1-8 at the links below.
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Mountain Song Community School | 2904 West Kiowa St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 |
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