Sondra Locket-Cameron

How does Kindergarten prepare for academics?

Fifteen years ago, a best seller titled All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten was so popular that the title essay was read on the floor of the U.S. Senate. In its themes of sharing, simplicity, and sincerity, readers recognized the greater picture of life that memories of early childhood evoke in … Read more

The Beauty of the Nature Table

  I sit here with a warm mug of coffee as the late afternoon sun begins to set on a shimmering Denver. Shadows are cast across the wood floor at my feet. Next to me, in an upturned seashell, a stick of Palo Santo burns silently and its sweet, earthy essence fills the space. Palo … Read more

Jefferson County Gifted and Talented Parent Seminar – 1/31

Tuesday, January 31 | 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. | 1829 Denver West Drive, Golden The seminar will cover the following topics: Navigating High School and College Early Access Process for Kindergarten and First Grade Supporting Social/Emotional Needs for Gifted Learners Twice Exceptional Learners and Supports MAP Data Overview and Data in General For more info, click … Read more

Spring Book Club – Starting 1/20

The Friday Morning Book Club will be reading The Conscious Parent this spring. The first meeting on January 20th will cover chapters 1 and 2. Location is TBD right now (either the Eurythmy Room or the nearby Village Inn) with an 8:45 a.m. start time. Please consider joining us if this book is new to you … Read more

Middle School Dance – 1/27

The Middle School Dance will be Friday, January 27. This dance will be for students in grades seven and eight. Details on the time, location, and theme are being finalized and will be shared soon. A dance for grade 6 students is also being planned. Details will be published soon.

Support Services Available to MPCS Families

Families at Mountain Phoenix have the following services available to them: Breakfast Club – On those days when needed, a hot breakfast is available in the school kitchen. Forget Lunch? – If your child forgets lunch, please find a breakfast club volunteer in the kitchen. Clothing Bank – There is a clothing bank in the … Read more

Late Pickup Policy Reminder

Please remember: If you have not picked up your child by 3:45 (in pick up line) and they are brought to the main office, you may be charged a $25 late fee. After 4:15, there will be $5 added for every 5 minutes past 4:15 that you are late.    The office closes at 4:00! … Read more

Teaching the WHOLE Child
Preschool - Grade 8

Now Enrolling at Mountain Phoenix Community School. Student running under rainbow silk.