Upcoming Dates to Remember
October 07
Lost and Found Last Chance
October 09
Flying Pig Farm Harvest Festival and Seed Swap 1:00p.m.
October 11
Parent Circle and Community Crafting 3:15 p.m.
October 13
Photographer at School
October 17
Skate City Night 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
October 18
Community Crafting 3:15 p.m.
Development Committee 5:00 p.m.
Board Meeting 6:00 p.m.
October 20
Vision Screening 9:30 a.m.
October 21 and 24
Teacher Inservice - NO SCHOOL
October 25
Community Crafting 3:15 p.m.
October 27
Hearing Screening
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Last Friday we celebrated our Festival of Courage. Our kindergartens heard stories of valor and nibbled on dragon bread. Our grades 1-8 students were enthralled by a play presented by the faculty in the morning assembly. The story depicted the transformation of a destructive dragon into a force of healing and light, and the children were spellbound by seeing their teachers and counselors on stage. Afterward, each class completed the Heroic Feats of Courage course, which was guided by the eighth graders and concluded with eating the best apple many had ever had. The video above gives a snippet of the challenges conquered that day. |
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Thank You Parent Circle!
Stone Soup Harvest Festival
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Our wonderful Parent Circle created the most heartwarming Fall Harvest Festival last Saturday, October 01, that featured stories, gifts, bread, and delicious stone soup! If stone soup was there, you know the magical ingredient was there too … sharing! A hearty thank you goes to the Parent Circle, and especially to Ashley Pfalz for coordinating all the activities! |
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Lost and Found Last Chance
Bi-weekly Donation Day
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Today will be the Lost and Found donation day for items that have not been claimed in our Lost and Found closet over the previous two weeks. In an effort to return lost items to their rightful owner before the rest are donated, items will be brought to the front of the building, near the rock wall, until 3:30 p.m. Be sure to take a look! |
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Welcome Brendan Campagna
Games and Movement Teacher
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We are pleased to welcome Brendan Campagna as the new Game and Movement teacher. Coach Brendan obtained his BA of Science in Business Management accompanied with a minor in Film from Oral Roberts University, where the importance of mind, body, and spirit in an educational environment was emphasized.
Coach Brendan grew up in Colorado Springs charter schools, and as a new teacher, taught with his former sixth grade teacher at the Vanguard School. He has a National D Coaching License through the U.S. Soccer Federation. Coach Brendan has a passion for holistic athletic training, serving as Executive Director for Anglers FC, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a culture where players – win or lose – have a positive experience playing soccer.
Please help us welcome Coach Brendan to the teaching staff at Mountain Song!
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Welcome Ray Archuleta
Day-Time Custodian
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Please join us in welcoming Ray Archuleta, as our new day-time custodian! Born in South Dakota and raised in Colorado Springs, Ray brings to the school his extensive experience in painting and property maintenance. Ray is a Mountain Song parent, and just welcomed a new son to the family, whom we hope will become a Mountain Song student in the near future. Ray has already made an impactful difference to our school, and we are so happy to have him here. Please join us in helping him feel welcome! |
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Photographer at School for Website |
We want you to be aware that Becky Kyle, a local photographer, will be on campus for much of the day Thursday, October 13th. She will be taking candid photos of all grades and specials throughout the day. The photos will be used for the website and other marketing materials.
If your child is on the no media list, we will make sure that they are not photographed.
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Ag Arts and the Evergreen Class |
When our students learn about a new place during Agricultural Arts, we love to start with geography. It’s a great foundation for the ways in which a culture is both limited and enhanced by its natural surroundings.
For example, this week our students learned all about Italy’s geography and how it impacted the culture and influence of Ancient Rome. Rome was protected by the ocean on one side and mountains on the other which made it highly protected from conquest.
We also discussed Italy’s four active volcanoes and ten dormant ones. Our students thought back to a 5th grade lesson about Hawaii and remembered that volcanic ash is great for growing crops!
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Frontier Homeschool Program Highlight |
Our Frontier Online Homeschool classes recently completed their first monthly Learning Board with activities that span across several content areas (i.e. Reading, Writing, Math, Multicultural Awareness, Arts and Crafts, Seasonal Studies, Community/Kindness, etc.) and fall within the categories of Head, Heart and Hands.
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Jennifer Barnes Recognized |
At the most recent Board of Directors meeting, a resolution was passed in recognition of Jennifer Barnes, who has twice served as board president during the school’s nine-year history. During both tenures, she has led the school through very difficult situations. Her recent term ended this summer, and she now serves in another key role as the school’s early elementary reading interventionist. In recognition of her volunteer governance service, the Board honored her with the resolution and presented her with the plaque shown here, bestowing upon her the highest honor of Guardian of Mountain Song. |
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Development Committee Zoom Meeting
October 18th
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The Development Committee assumes the primary responsibility for raising funds to support our Mission at MSCS. We welcome you to join the Development Committee via Zoom for our next meeting on Tuesday, October 18th at 5:00 PM. All members of MSCS are welcome to join. This committee will continue to convene on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:00 PM via Zoom.
Headed by Molly Wuerz, the Development Committee is dedicated to raising funds for school-wide Waldorf enhancements and building improvements. We are looking for members who are interested in coordinating and implementing the fundraising plan for the 22-23 school year through their connections with community organizations, collection of donations, event planning skills, communication efforts, and more.
The Development Committee is seeking heads for three major events, as well as roles in donation oversight, story collection/telling, gratitude expression, and technology.
Please see the link below for details, and join in discussion regarding this year’s fundraising plan, goals, and dreams for our school. We hope to see you there!
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Hearing and Vision Screening
NEW Rescheduled Date for Hearing Screening
Please note: Does not apply to 4th, 6th, or 8th grades.
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On Thursday, October 27 our school nurse, Ian Chapman, will be completing Mountain Song’s annual hearing exams.
Vision screening will take place on Thursday, October 20th at no cost for students. Parent information letters will be sent home with students who have been referred for screening. You are also welcome to request vision screening for your own child. Consent forms must be signed in order for students to be screened, and should be turned in at the front office. The consent forms can also be accessed here.
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Join Parent Circle Meeting
Tuesday, October 11th, 3:15 - 4:15
Community Crafting for Winter Faire
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Parent Circle is hosting our next meeting at 3:15 on October 11th together with the Community Crafting session. We will meet in the Garden, and will join together with those crafting things for Winter Faire (December 3rd). You are welcome to participate in both, or just one - no pressure! Kids will be able to play on the back playground while we meet. Please bring water and a snack for your kids!
The second Tuesday of each month at 3:15 pm will be the new standing meeting time for PC, and we will meet at the school, weather permitting. This time was chosen by members at our first meeting. In cases of inclement or very cold weather, meetings may be rescheduled to 6:30 PM that same night, on Zoom. The best way to stay in the know is to get on the Parent Circle email list. Just reach out to the Parent Circle Chair and request to be added!
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Mountain Song Skate City Night |
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Weekend Garden Volunteers Needed
October Dates Now Available
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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.
With the help of our devoted summer volunteers, the greenhouse is flourishing, our garden beds are alive, and our animals are untroubled. Thank you for the abundance of love and hard work put into the garden this summer!
This school year we encourage our families to join in the fun and support our beloved garden by feeding and interacting with the animals and watering the crops.
Please email Mr. Adam (awright@mountainsongschool.com) if you have any questions or want to receive training.droppable-1662687666852
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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