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Harvest Festival is Next Week

Saturday, October 17th | 11:00am–2:00pm

Harvest Festival is a celebration of autumn, gratitude, and the changing rhythm of the seasons. As the days grow shorter and cooler, gardens begin to rest, leaves turn and fall, and the last crops are gathered before winter. It is a time to appreciate what the earth has provided and the many hands that have helped bring in the harvest.

At Mountain Song, we celebrate these natural rhythms through food, stories, crafts, and gathering together. Inspired by the tradition of Stone Soup, Parent Circle invites our community to contribute a little of what we have so that together we can create something nourishing for everyone. Our celebration will include homemade community soup, storytelling, and a craft.


Bring What You’ve Got, Put It in the Pot
Friday, October 16th | Chop & Prep Party


Help us prepare our Stone Soup! Parent Circle is collecting vegetables and bread on October 16 and 17. Bring something from your garden, pantry, or grocery basket to share.

Suggested vegetables include potatoes, celery, onions, garlic, carrots, squash, zucchini, eggplant, corn, and green beans. Breads of all kinds are welcome, including sourdough, baguettes, brioche, and even dragon bread!

Volunteers are also needed to help with the chopping party and festival preparations. Please sign up below if you can lend a hand.


Harvest Festival with Stone Soup

Saturday, October 17, 11:00am–2:00pm

Mountain Song Community School

2904 W. Kiowa Street, Colorado Springs

Don't forget to bring your own bowl (BYOB)!

Harvest Festival is lovingly brought to you by Mountain Song's Parent Circle, whose time, care, and dedication help bring our community together in celebration of the season. Thank you parents!

Stock the Student Pantry

Help keep our Pantry stocked! With the rising cost of food, our students and their families need support more than ever.

Your contributions help ensure students have access to the nutrition and supplies they need throughout the school day to do their best learning. Monetary donations help stock the pantry with snacks, hygiene products, and occasional clothing essentials.

Food donations are welcome, too. We gladly accept nut-free, shelf-stable foods that do not list sugar among the first five ingredients. Student favorites include dried seaweed, protein milk, and meat sticks. Canned goods and other qualifying nonperishable foods are always appreciated and needed.

Every contribution makes a difference in caring for our Mountain Song community. Please contact Kara Wagner at kwagner@mountainsongschool.com with any questions.

Thank you for helping us care for one another!

Water Service Upgrades


Colorado Springs Utilities will begin water service upgrades near Mountain Song this month, with construction expected to continue October through December. The project will replace an aging water main in the nearby alley and reconnect homes to the newer water main to improve reliability and maintain water quality.

Families may encounter lane closures, detours, parking restrictions, and changes to alley access. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm.

Please allow extra time during drop-off and pick-up, and use caution around construction areas.

See the map above for affected streets and additional details.

After-School Playground

Closes Daily at 3:45pm

Mountain Song Community School welcomes families to enjoy the front playground after dismissal as a time for children to play and connect with friends. Parents and guardians must remain present and actively supervise their children during this time.

Our four school-wide tenets, Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible, continue to guide playground behavior after school. Once children have been picked up, parents and guardians are responsible for supervision and helping resolve any conflicts that arise.

After dismissal, only the designated front playground is available for use. The area surrounding the front flagpoles and other school grounds are not open for play. All families must leave the playground and school grounds by 3:45 p.m. The playground may also close earlier due to weather, maintenance, or safety concerns.



Thank you for helping keep our playground safe and welcoming for everyone.

Session 2 Club Signups
Now through October 16th


A new session of after-school clubs is just around the corner! This six-week session begins October 26, with opportunities for students to explore new interests, get creative, and connect with friends.

Club offerings include: Seasonal Craft Club, Trading Card Club, Improv Club, Handmade Gift Club, Social Club, and LEGO Club.

Registration closes October 16, with payments due October 19. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up soon!

Crafternoons are Back

Wednesdays at 3:45pm

We are so happy to have brought back one of our sweetest community traditions—Crafternoons!

Every Wednesday through November 18th, we will gather at 3:45 pm in the Garden to share an afternoon of creativity, conversation, and togetherness. While the weather is kind, we will enjoy the beauty of creating outdoors among the flowers and changing season. When the colder days arrive, we will carry our crafting indoors to Ms. Hannah’s classroom.

Together, we will be lovingly crafting treasures for Fairy Hill to share at our Winterfaire. There is something truly special about many hands working together — stitching, creating, and dreaming up little gifts made with care.

Children are warmly welcome to join us! Parents will be responsible for supervising their children. For those little ones who would rather play than craft, there will be opportunities for imaginative play nearby.

Crafternoons are more than simply making things — they are an opportunity to slow down, connect, share our gifts, and nurture the beautiful sense of community that makes Mountain Song special. Come one, come all! Bring your creativity, your children, and your joyful spirit, and let’s create something beautiful together. 

We look forward to gathering with you!


Becky Mikita
Wildflower Kindergarten Teacher

bmikita@mountainsongschool.org

A Note From Our Registrar

Hello, Mountain Song!


As our students have settled into the rhythm of this school year, I am already beginning to think ahead to next year! Our enrollment data shows that most families first hear about Mountain Song through word of mouth and then learn more about our Waldorf-inspired approach to education by participating in a group tour. This makes our community one of our greatest resources when it comes to welcoming new families!

Our tours are led by a member(s) of our administration team and are tailored to the grade levels our guests are interested in exploring. Tours are a wonderful opportunity to visit our campus, learn more about our educational approach, and get a feel for the Mountain Song community.

School Tours

Monthly on Wednesdays, 9am-11am

October 14

November 11

December 9

January 27

February 24

March 10

April 28

May 19


Please share our tour information with friends, family, neighbors, and anyone you think might be interested in discovering Mountain Song. Your personal recommendations help our community grow in meaningful ways!

If you have questions about enrollment availability or upcoming tours, please reach out to me, mamajor@mountainsongschool.com. I am always happy to help and connect you with more information. Thank you for helping us spread the word and grow our Mountain Song community! 

Kindly,

MaryAnn Major

Registrar/Enrollment Coordinator

Hearing and Vision Screening
Wed, October 14th - Thurs, Oct. 15th


As we head into autumn, we want to make sure our students have the sharpest eyes and the clearest hearing to enjoy all the magic (and treats!) this time of year brings. Mountain Song Community School will be hosting our annual Vision and Hearing Screenings on October 14-15, 2026.


Our magical students use their eyes and ears every day to learn, grow, and navigate the world. These quick, non-invasive screenings help us catch any tricks early so we can treat your child to the best possible learning experience.

What you need to know:

• Who: All students except 4th and 6th grades, plus any students new to the school or referred by a teacher.
• When: Testing will take place during regular school hours.
• Cost: This screening is completely free.
• Results: If your child passes with flying colors, no news is good news! If the screenings show that a closer look is needed, a letter will fly home to you with next steps.
• Makeup day is November 10th.

If your child wears glasses or contacts, please make sure they bring them to school on screening day so they can see through the fog! If you prefer that your child opt out of this screening, or if you have any questions, please contact the school health office at schoolnurse@mountainsongschool.com or call (719) 203-6364 and please fill out forms by October 13th, 2026.

Thank you for helping us keep our community healthy, happy, and ready for a fang-tastic school year!

Warmly,

Brandy Hannigan, RN, BSN

Mountain Song Community School Health Team

Come Rain or Shine

Dear Mountain Song Families,

This year, we are planning to be outside for our Agricultural Arts classes in all types of weather. This means your student will need to be prepared for rain, snow, heat, and cold temperatures throughout the school day. These items will ensure your child is comfortable for learning in our garden. Please send the following clothing items to be kept on their student hooks or in their cubbies all year long:

1) rain/winter coat

2) winter hat

3) winter gloves, preferably waterproof 

4) sweatshirt or sweater 

5) closed-toed, water-resistant shoes or boots

• If your family needs assistance obtaining these items or are willing to donate extra clothing, please contact: Cara Goodwin at cgoodwin@mountainsongschool.com

Thank you for supporting your students' hands-on learning experiences in our school garden. 

Cara Goodwin & Greg Kreger, Agricultural Arts Co-Teachers

Creating Healthy Soil Together


Our school garden is gathering carbon-rich materials to help build healthy compost for the seasons ahead. Families are invited to donate bags of fall leaves, pine needles, shredded cardboard, sawdust, and untreated mulch or wood chips. Donations can be left by the garden gate. Please label each bag with your family name and email address so Ms. Cara Goodwin can send a thank-you.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Garden Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help care for the Mountain Song garden and animals throughout the year.

Volunteering is a wonderful way to support our school, spend time outdoors, and enjoy meaningful work with your family. Opportunities include watering the garden, checking on our animals, and helping with special garden projects throughout the season.

If you've never volunteered before, don't worry! Our Ag Arts teachers will provide a brief training to ensure you feel comfortable and prepared.

For questions, please contact Ms. Cara at cgoodwin@mountainsongschool.com.

Leaf a Legacy at Mountain Song

2026-2027 Calendar (Full Time Students)
2026-2027 Calendar (Village HS)

2026-2027 Calendar (Frontier HS)

School Hours:

Kindergarten 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Elementary School 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Middle School 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Find out what's for lunch HERE

Weather Updates HERE
Board Meeting Agendas HERE


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