Meeting a Moral Hero: Student Connects with Jane Goodall
Four years ago, when Mount Madonna School (MMS) student Ronan Lee was in elementary school, he chose to learn about conservationist and biologist Jane Goodall for a class project on ‘moral heroes.’
Setting the Pace: Cross Country Team Runs Towards Goals
Among the dozens of high school cross country runners throughout the county who are participating in the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League (SCCAL) this season, the competition is very strong — including one nationally-ranked female athlete.
Ashley’s Adventures in Botswana with the Peace Corps
Follow Ashley’s adventures with the Peace Corps: findingbotswana.wordpress.com
Featured Video – Rafting Trip 2015: Mount Madonna School
A highlight video of Mount Madonna School’s 2015 rafting trip, with students sharing perspective about the purpose of the trip.Watch on YouTube
With Sincere Gratitude: Mount Madonna School Randy Getz Memorial Golf Tournament
The day was a hot 85+ degrees. The greens were, well, quite green considering the drought. Smiles and camaraderie, and good old-fashioned competition flourished. Three teams emerged the victors, with the fitting result that the Randy Getz memorial golf team of 3 again placed amongst the top (having clinched #1 for quite a few years).
HS PA: “Once Upon a Mattress” Cast List Reflections
Congratulations to all for your engagement in the audition process, and for your trusting those in the room to be positive witness to your experimentation and discovery. Now the directors have the difficult job of assigning the roles. We’re aiming to post the cast list by Saturday, 10/ 17, 9:00 am. Check out the costume designs for your characters also posted. You’ll find the link at the bottom of the cast list.
“Once Upon a Mattress” Cast Announcement!
Congratulations to All!
Student actors: after checking the Cast List , refer to the Costume Descriptions to see images and individual character descriptions that will be needed for gathering your costume(s). Enjoy the adventure!
**Please note, the Madrigal Choir does not require an additional costume!
Learning with Buddies: Young Students Celebrate Apples and Friendship
On a recent morning, Mount Madonna School (MMS) preschool and kindergarten students, along with their visiting first and second grade ‘buddies,’ celebrated the fall harvest with an array of apple-themed activities.Register-Pajaronian, SCCAL Girls Volleyball: Mariners Hold Off Scrappy Hawks in Sweep
Register-Pajaronian, 10/10/2015, “SCCAL Girls Volleyball: Mariners hold off scrappy Hawks in sweep,” story and photo by Tony Nunez. Read the story
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) – Marine Debris Program Recognizes Students’ Sea Turtle Environmental Project
The United States Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Marine Debris Program, October 2015, “California Teachers Bring Home Lessons on Plastic Marine Debris,” article references Mount Madonna School’s 2013-14 fifth grade class’ sea turtle environmental project. Read more
