Upcoming Dates to Remember
February 3
Group Tour 9:15 a.m. (at capacity)
February 6
Skate City 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
February 8
Parent Information Night 6:00 p.m.
February 14
School Lottery
February 17
Teacher In-Service - NO SCHOOL
February 20
Presidents Day - NO SCHOOL
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Two occurrences this week made me particularly happy. One has to do our school building that we now own, and the other with some incredible parenting resources I want to share.
Over the last several months, planning has been underway for building renovations and adding a cafeteria. This week, through the guidance and coordination of our owner’s representative, Michelle Fisher of MFisher Collaborative Works, we submitted a BEST grant proposal for capital improvements to help fund these plans. We won’t know the awards until late May, but we are thrilled to have passed this milestone. We especially want to thank Michelle for her incredible skill and expertise in shepherding us through this process.
Finally, please help us spread the word that we are looking for Substitute Teachers and a Paraprofessional. Words can’t convey what an honor it is to work with the caring, compassionate, and delightfully humorous team that is Mountain Song, and we would love to round it out. Please either consider it yourself or pass it forward to the perfect person.
Warmest wishes,
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Teresa Woods, Ph.D.
Executive Director
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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: February 3rd (at capacity), March 3rd, 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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Parent Information Night
Play Based Kindergarten
Next Wednesday, February 8th
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We continue our Parent Information Night Series with Ms. Gina Nicoletta-Budler, Kindergarten Teacher and Mentor, next Wednesday, February 8th. She will describe the magic that can come with a play-based Kindergarten. Research studies continuously shine light on how central the role of play is for the developing young child. Come hear Ms. Gina describe how the Mountain Song Kindergarten approach aligns with the wisdom of such research. Join us next Wednesday, February 8th at 6:00 p.m. to learn more! Please contact our Registrar, Mary Ann Major, with any questions.
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FREE Online Parenting Summit
Next Week
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Click above to learn more and register.
You can pick and choose the sessions you are interested in. No need to attend all week.
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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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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 from 3:15- 4:30 pm! The club begins next week on Wednesday, February 8th in the Violetwood 5th grade classroom!
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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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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Skate City
Mountain Song Fundraiser
Monday, February 6th
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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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