The Middle School Library is Officially Open! BEFORE: A small group of volunteers, led by the vision and plan of Amanda Hassenstab, were able to completely transform a room in the middle school into a true library! AFTER: Wow, what a change! The students will now have a space to come and find fiction books. An … Read more
At Mountain Phoenix Community School (MPCS), a group of 14 8th graders spent 6 months creating a video to portray three different teen’s experience with mental health problems at school. First, teens explored community problems, selected one problem: middle school students mental health, and created a product to create a dialogue around how fake words … Read more
The Spring Equinox has come and gone. Warm breezes (and gusty winds), budding trees, and birdsongs at dawn. Spring brings a sense of renewal, of rebirth, of expansion after a winter of metaphorical slumber. In our home, we begin the folding away of our sweaters and winter socks. We fill baskets with our scarves, mittens, … Read more
There is a lot going on in the Middle School! Read about all the exciting developments below: Ms. Ciccone’s and Ms. Alonso’s 7th grades recently had their plays: Pinocchio and Her Three Kings, respectively. Both were a great success, with students taking on and succeeding in challenging roles while providing both entertainment and moments of … Read more
On March 22, four MCPS eighth graders participated in Speak Up for Kids Health Advocacy Day at the state capitol. The students participated as an extension of a Community Arts class called “Youth Engaged in Leadership and Learning.” At the event, they first learned about some health-related bills that were being considered (SB 68 in … Read more
Kylie, a fifth grade student at MPCS, recently volunteered to have her head shaved to raise money for childhood cancer research in honor of a family friend named Zach. Not only did she fundraise almost $5,000 and earn a medal for being a top fundraiser, she also inspired our student body and faculty with her actions. … Read more
This week we will hear from another parent, Katie Beer, who is working incredibly hard to create an auction for us all to enjoy this year! I’ve been involved with the auction for the last few years. In the past I’ve participated in a supporting role and am a co-chair for the 2017 auction. One … Read more
In third grade, the child begins to develop a basic awareness for practical applications of mathematics. Measurement of all types is covered: length, weight, volume, money, and time. All of these measurement systems are put to use in practical activities by the children themselves. In the study of time, money, and measurement, the historical background … Read more
This week, we will hear a personal note from Emily Cadwell about her experience at the MPCS annual auction. I have helped plan, organize, and run the auction for the last five years and it is always a highlight to see the event come together and see the staff and community celebrating together. The best … Read more
Hi, my name is Marnie Michels. My family lives in Westminster currently and have lived in Colorado for over 3.5 years. We are originally from Illinois. I am an online graphic designer professor and have two Siberian Huskies, one of whom is a therapy dog at Denver Health Systems. I enjoy spending time with family exploring … Read more
