Kingswood Montesori Academy Event Photo Albums
Farm Animals | Gardening | Science Fair & Art Show | Fall Family Event | Winter Festival | Rodeo Day | End of Year Programs
Travel
Each year, students in grades three through six are invited to participate in an educational field trip for seven to ten days. The trips are different every year and have taken our students to all areas of Florida, Williamsburg, Smoky Mountains, Grand Canyon, Park City, Washington and more. The trips are chaperoned by the teachers and administrator. There is a cost to the parent which varies with each trip.
Since we are located in a rural area, we are able to have farm animals. Currently, we have two miniature horses, two goats and a goose. The elementary students are involved in the care of the animals from feeding to grooming. The preschool children visit the barn on their regular walks around the school property and may bring in bruised apples or carrots from home to feed to the animals.
The preschool children have a lovely garden area with raised beds for growing herbs, fruits and vegetables. The garden is usually managed by parent volunteers. The children are given the opportunity to plant seeds, care for the growing plants, then harvest at the appropriate time. The children have experienced making salsa, salads, and cabbage soup from their own gardens.
Elementary and preschool students participate in a school-wide science fair in the spring. A common theme is followed by all classes. Past themes have included “space”, “everglades”, “energy”, etc. The students study around this theme throughout the year, then display what they have learned for their families. Presentations include display boards, videos, and hands-on activities. There are great art projects from the year displayed in each classroom, as well. This is an event enjoyed by all.
Photo Gallery coming soon
The Fall Family Event occurs in late October and is a themed affair, usually held off school grounds. It is an evening event with dinner and live entertainment. Past themes include a Hawaiian Luau, Sock Hop and 60’s Groovy Get Together. The children and parents always enjoy this night of food, music, games and dancing. A fundraising raffle is also held at this time.
The whole school participates in a winter themed morning on the school grounds. The upper elementary students prepare game booths for the younger children and the planning committee arranges for music, clowns, and a bounce house. There is also face painting, sand art and a baked goods sale. The event takes place in the morning on the Friday before winter recess. Children are expected to be with their parents at all times. There is no extended care available on this day.
Each year, Kingswood students enjoy a “rodeo day” on campus. This is done the Friday of the annual Homestead Rodeo. The children are invited to wear their cowboy/cowgirl boots and hats for a day of hayrides, square dancing and other related activities. Parent volunteers are always welcome on this day.
Elementary students perform a play, musical, or poetry recital on Wednesday evening of the last week of school. Achievement awards are also presented on this evening. Kindergarten, preschool and toddler children participate in a short performance for their families on the final Friday of the school year. The performances are scheduled throughout the morning and the children are dismissed for the summer immediately following.
Photo Gallery coming soon
