Discovering History: Fourth Graders Study World Explorers
Dispatched on faraway quests to secure riches and territory for their countries of origin, and fueled by curiosity and courage, the discoveries of early world explorers in the western hemisphere are a standard piece of the fourth grade social studies curriculum at Mount Madonna School (MMS). Recently fourth grade students shared their Explorers Project research in presentations to their classmates, and it was evident that the students had been fully engaged in learning about the explorers’ lives and exploits.New Family Referral and Sibling Incentive Program
Mount Madonna School’s New Family and Sibling Incentive Program provides a tuition discount to current Mount Madonna School (MMS) families who refer new families to MMS. The program includes referrals that result in newly enrolled students who join the school at any point during the school year, and it is intended to offer our current families a way to help grow the School community while also making it financially easier to send their children to MMS.Self-Discovery and Empowerment: “Legally Blonde” at Mount Madonna School
Edgy, ironic and bitingly funny, Legally Blonde also contains a message of empowerment and self-discovery, and believing in one’s own capabilities whether you’re woman or man, blonde or some other hair color. This upbeat musical is infused with contemporary music in various styles, including ballad, reggae, snappy funk and big Broadway-like ‘show-stoppers.’
Tickets for Legally Blonde are on sale now and can be purchased through Thursday, January 23, in the school office or by calling 408-847-2717. After that, tickets will be available at the door.
Tickets are $10 for students 18 years and under, and $15 for adults. MMS alumni are $10 on Friday and Saturday.
Tickets may be purchased by check or cash; or with a credit card for orders of $25 or more.
Memorable Haircut: Student Donates Hair to Locks of Love
On Christmas Eve, high school student Amelia Busenhart had a very special haircut – one she will remember for a long time. This time, rather than snipped hair landing on a salon floor, Amelia’s lengthy pony tail was donated to the nonprofit organization Locks of Love, which uses human hair to craft wigs and hairpieces for children afflicted with long-term or permanent medical hair loss. The Connection, 2012-13
The Connection, 2012-13, an annual publication for families, friends and alumni of Mount Madonna School.
Student Amelia Busenhart Performs in SCBT’s “The Nutcracker”
Kudos to Mount Madonna School ninth grader Amelia Busenhart who recently performed in Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s (SCBT) production of The Nutcracker .
Cast in multiple roles, Amelia danced gracefully as Ballet Doll, Arabian, Snowflake, Flowers and Marzipan.
Morgan Hill Times: Student Spotlight
Morgan Hill Times, Student of the Week: Alyssa Feskanin.
2013 ALL-SCCAL Girls Volleyball Awards
The 2013 ALL-SCCAL Girls Volleyball awards were announced in December; three Mount Madonna School student athletes are included:
Second Team: Talia Speaker
Honorable Mentions: Lexi Julien and Sophie Ortiz
Enchanting “Aladdin Jr.” Performance Photos Available
We hope you had the chance to see ” Aladdin Jr. ” this past weekend! The reviews are in, and
MMS Supports Reading and Hall District Students with Gift of Books
Mount Madonna School supports the Hall District School reading program each year through One-For-Books at the Scholastic Book Fair. For every dollar earned at the Book Fair we’re able to buy books for our Emerging Reader Buddies at Hall, then Scholastic also donates 1 book for each dollar earned to another charity. That’s a win-win if I ever heard one! Thanks to all who donated their extra change, or just donated for the program!
