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Upcoming Dates to Remember

November 25-29

Fall Break (NO SCHOOL)

December 7

Winter Faire 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

December 15

Winter Spiral (In-school festival)

December 19

School Tour 9 a.m.

December 20

Teacher Work Day (NO SCHOOL)

December 20 - January 7

Winter Break (NO SCHOOL)

January 30

Art Night 4 - 6 p.m.

*correction: The past two Songbirds included a misprint of this date as 1/20

From the Director

Dear Mountain Song Community,

As I reflect on my first 3 months here at Mountain Song, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. From the warm welcome I received to the incredible support from staff, families, and students, it’s clear this community is something truly special.

Each day, I see the heart and dedication that make Mountain Song thrive—from classrooms buzzing with curiosity to parents volunteering their time and energy, to students embracing the joy of learning and growing together.

This season of gratitude reminds me how fortunate we are to share in this journey, and I’m excited for the bright future we’re building together. Thank you for making Mountain Song not just a school, but a community that feels like home.

Warmly,

Nate Mylin

Director of Education

Mountain Song Community School

REMINDER: No School Next Week

There will be no school next week, November 25 -29 for Fall Break. We wish all our Mountain Song families a joyful and restful holiday!

Lost and Found Friday

TODAY

Lost and Found Friday! Be sure to stop by the fences outside to check for any missing items. Unclaimed treasures will be donated soon, so don’t miss your chance to retrieve your lost belongings!

Help Us Create a Beautiful Winter Spiral!

DONATE EVERGREEN BOUGHS

As you pick up your tree this season, consider asking for extra evergreen boughs to help us craft a magical Winter Spiral for our students!

As you may know, the Winter Spiral is a beautiful, peaceful tradition that celebrates the winter solstice and the return of light. In a dimly lit room, a spiral path is created with evergreen boughs, and students walk through it, each carrying a candle. As they reach the center, they place their candle on the spiral path, creating a circle of light that grows brighter as each child adds their light.

The Winter Spiral symbolizes the journey through the darkness of winter and the hope of returning light. It’s a time for reflection, quiet moments, and connecting with the beauty of the season. The ritual is not only about the light itself but also about the warmth and community that grows when we share these quiet, meaningful moments together.

We're accepting bough donations tarting the week after the Thanksgiving Break. Please drop them next to the pizza oven in the garden

Winter Music Program

Last Friday, we showcased the incredible talents and hard work of our middle school students, who took the stage with confidence and grace. Their beautiful harmonies filled the room with warmth and joy, perfectly capturing the essence of the season.

A huge thank you to our dedicated music teacher, Mr. Nathan Mays, our staff, and families who supported these students in bringing their creativity to life!

To our performers: You reminded us of the magic that happens when we come together! Bravo! 🎶

Be sure to visit Facebook and Instagram to see more of the special moments at Mountain Song. We also invite you to join the Mountain Song Families Private Facebook Group. Be sure to answer the questions and agree to the group rules. As always, please post responsibly!

Annual Campaign Update

Thank you, Mountain Song community, for your incredible support of our Annual Campaign!

Thanks to your generosity—and a matching grant from Janna Mulder—we’ve already raised over $5,200, putting us at 26% of our $20,000 goal! 🎉

But we’re not done yet! Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to our goal and helps us invest in the future of Mountain Song Community School.

These funds will go into the newly created MSCS Foundation, ensuring we can grow and sustain our programs for years to come.

Here’s how your contributions will help:

🌟 Enhance classrooms and outdoor spaces

🎒 Expand experiential learning opportunities

🚌 Offer more overnight field trips

📚 Spark curiosity with new materials

💡 Invest in professional development for our amazing staff

We’re excited to keep this momentum going through December 31st. Let’s hit our $20,000 goal and make this year truly unforgettable!

Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of every child who walks through our doors. 💛

Donate Now

Winter Faire

December 7th, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Here's a peek at the exciting activities and goodies waiting for you at Winter Faire!

Fairy Hill – Shop our holiday market full of handmade goods lovingly prepared during our weekly Crafternoons!
Candle-Making – Create your own cozy candle
Wand Crafting – Make your very own enchanted wand
Air-Dry Clay Ornaments – Design ornaments to cherish or gift
Fairy Hair – Add a little sparkle with magical fairy hair
Potion Bottles – Mix and bottle your own magical potions
Window Stars – Bring color and light with handmade stars
Gingerbread Houses – Decorate gingerbread homes for the holidays
Bath Salt Jars – Blend soothing bath salts to take home
Mushroom Products – Discover unique mushroom-based items
Spices, Jam, Tea, Soup Kits, & More – Stock up on delicious homemade goodies.

You can also sip hot cocoa, munch on popcorn, and enjoy homemade soup at Rudolph’s Diner!

Be sure to watch FOX21's Loving Living Local Wednesday, December 4th at 9 a.m.

as Mrs. Tomal-Keiser and Mr. Mylin teach the wider Southern Colorado community how to do some Waldorf crafts!

Middle School Masquerade Ball

A huge thank you to all the volunteers and staff who helped make our Middle School Masquerade Ball a memorable event! Your time, energy, and dedication made all the difference. A special shoutout to Emmalee Slimski, whose hard work and vision brought the event to life with creativity and flair. We’re so grateful for your efforts in making this night magical for our students!

SY45/25 Enrollment is OPEN!

We’re excited to announce that the enrollment lottery for the 2025/2026 school year is now open! Families can access the electronic forms on our website. Our lottery is for new students only. Current families with younger siblings (typically kindergarten-aged) interested in joining MSCS next year should enter their non-enrolled child in the lottery. Siblings of current students will have priority for enrollment offers after the lottery closes on February 11, 2025.

We invite you to spread the word about our school by encouraging your friends and neighbors to join us for a tour on December 19th. Visitors can get a feel for our vibrant learning community, meet some of our staff, and see our unique classrooms in action.

Join the Charter School Institute Wellness Committee

Hats and Mittens Drive

Helping hands keep hand warm! It’s time for Parent Circle's annual Hats and Mittens Drive! Every year, our community comes together to donate hats, mittens, and gloves to help keep our students warm all winter. Your generous contributions go directly to children in our school, ensuring they stay cozy during the chilly months ahead. Drop off donations in the main office, and let’s make this our warmest season yet!

Join Our Crafternoons

Mondays at 4 p.m.

Our beloved "Crafternoons" are underway! We meet every Monday in the garden (or Ms. Hannah's room) at 4 p.m. Children can play under their parent's supervision, or join in on the crafts for Winter Faire. No skills required! We have supplies and will teach anyone who is willing to learn!