Traditions. Events. Life. Family. Friends. Celebrations.
MSGH has a wealth of traditions and events that bring our community of families and alumni together.
Community Events
We appreciate that family is the most important thing to young children, and since they are happiest when they are surrounded by their loved ones and thus eager to bring them into their school lives, we include extended family in all social activities we offer. We believe a child’s learning experience is strengthened with culture and diversity. Everyone is welcome at MSGH.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 14
Parent Information Nights
6:00-7:00p.m.
Toddler: Practical Life
This popular teacher-led series serves a dual purpose: to support and strengthen parenting skills and to deepen parent understanding of Montessori philosophy and curriculum.
Infant Massage Class
New 3-Week Class
Come and enjoy a relaxing bonding hour with your child, both experiencing the benefits of Infant Massage in a welcoming group setting. The rewards of your child participating in Infant Massage include improved sleep patterns and infant ability to self soothe and offer your baby relief for digestion issues, including colic. This class is led by a certified instructor of Infant Massage and open to all parents and caregivers of babes 0-6 months.
This class is currently Full, for future classes or to learn more about the program click on the button below.
Multicultural Potluck
Late April
During this tasteful event, our community gathered to enjoy all the spices and flavors that creates the MSGH culture.
With the help from our community by submitting recipes reflecting their cultural identity, MSGH now has a wonderful 2023 Multicultural Cookbook!
MSGH Adolescent Open House
Sunday, May 5 from 1-3p.m.
This event offers the community a chance to speak to our teachers and receive first hand information about our classrooms, our community and staff. Learn what makes MSGH such a special community. Experience one of our Open House with our Director of Admissions, Toko Odorczuk.
Events throughout the Year
New Parent Welcome Picnic
This event is run by our Family Association to welcome new families to MSGH before school officially starts.
Garden Party
September
One of MSGH’s signature traditions. New parents and returning families come together for our annual back-to-school potluck.
International Day of Peace
September
“Peace is what every human being is craving for, and it can be brought about by humanity through the child.” -Maria Montessori
Our all school celebration, will join others occurring concurrently around the world as we share our expressions of peace and honor those who have promoted peace for all life on earth. The ceremony entails our music specialist and elementary guides collaborating with our elementary students on a program that includes both new and familiar songs, graceful movements, and the sharing of original and well-known thoughts about peace.
Photo Gallery Here
Farm Fest
September event on Millstream Farm
This event is a oncein a lifetime event that touches upon all your senses. Enjoy a beautiful night on the 30-arce Millstream Farm where the Adolescent Program resides. Taste test hand-made fermented food and drink, join the Adolescent students as they present demonstrations on Beekeeping, Cheesemaking and more and end the night knowing your support has made an tremendous impact.
The adolescent community at Millstream Farm is raising money for their working trip to Costa Rica in December where they will spend a week observing and collecting biodiversity data in the Children’s Eternal Rainforest and participating in experiences focused on social and environmental responsibility in the context of world peace. MUST BE 21 YEARS OR OLDER TO ATTEND.
Silent Journey
Early October
The Silent Journey and Discovery is an event that spans two-days and is perfect for parents or grandparents seeking a broad knowledge of the Montessori curriculum and philosophy, or for those, who are hoping to deepen their understanding of the pedagogy. The Silent Journey portion of the event takes place on the first day and will set the framework for day two, the Discovery, which is held the following day. The second day will build on the experiences, observations, and discussions of the previous evening. This workshop offers a profound, immersive experience that moves from silent observation to interactive, hands-on discovery throughout all program levels.
Photo Gallery Here
Elementary Mystery History Day
Late October
Parents are invited into the classroom as children open the doors to their “museum of historic figures.” A fun day for all as history is brought alive.
Winter Sing-Along
This celebration is held on the last day of school before the December break and is one of our community's favorites. If you want to get a one-shot dose of the MSGH school culture, this is the event to attend. This is also a favorite among extended family and friends.
Take a look at our gallery of video and images from this year's Winter Celebration, here.
Come See My School
For Primary and Elementary Parents
This event provides an opportunity for parents to get a better understanding of their child’s work and independence in the classroom.
Take a look at our gallery from this year's event, here!
Positive Discipline Parenting Class
(Designed for caregivers of 9-12 year olds)
Spring Class
The “Positive Discipline for Parents” program was developed by Dr. Jane Nelsen, who created and co-taught, along with Steven Glenn, the popular “Developing Capable People” (DCP) parenting series through the 1980’s and 1990’s. Jane listened to parents, who felt that, while they were grateful to learn a new philosophy for raising their children, they still wanted more nitty-gritty: “What do I do and say when…..?” In creating the Positive Discipline program, Jane heeded their call.
Come learn new ways to manage your child’s behaviors during these tumultuous years.
The following (and much more) will be covered during the classes:
- Media exposure and how to handle it
- Cell phone usage
- How to keep lines of communication open
- Brain changes through adolescence
Classes are informative and fun! Each class will focus on a specific skill empowering parents with a new weekly tool. Classes designed for parents of 9 through 12 year olds.
Special Person's Day
Mid May
For Primary and Elementary Special Guest
This event provides an opportunity for parents and special guests to get a better understanding of their child’s work and independence in the classroom.
Take a look at our gallery from this year's event, here!
Bushnell Park Carousel Party
Thursday, June 8 from 5:30-7:30pm
End of the Year Celebration at Bushnell Park
Since the founding of our school almost 50 years ago, MSGH has held an evening picnic in Bushnell Park. Old friends return and new friends join us for one of the school’s favorite traditions.
Photo Gallery Here
Moving-On Ceremony
Friday, June 9 from 10:00-11:00am
This event honors the students who are graduating from our Adolescent Program and recognizes Primary through Elementary students who are moving on to their next level.
For more information, please click here.
Alumni Event
This event is an opportunity for our alumni and families to get together with past faculty, staff and friends. We will reunite, reminisce and bond around our most fond memories of school. Join us this year as we have outside games, refreshing snacks and lively music.
Past Events
Happy 50th Earth Day
"The land is where our roots are. The children must be taught to feel and live in harmony with the Earth." - Maria Montessori
Each of our program levels incorporates caring for the outdoor environments in a variety of ways that enrich our children's lives. To better our planet, we have taken large strides as a community and school to be Green. One of our Adolescent students reported the importance of lowering the heat and now we have lowered the school's heat. We turn off all our lights when we are not in session. We have stopped purchasing plastic cups. We compost and recycle in each of our classrooms!
Please watch our special Earth Day video here.
