We would like to invite interested families to join us at Mountain River School on June 16th, from 5:30-7:30 pm, for an Open House & Potluck. We will be gathering to welcome Nate McClennen from Teton Science Schools. He will be speaking about place-based education in general, as well as how this is integrated at Mountain River School.

Many of our current and new staff will also be on hand to meet and talk about MRS. We will also offer school tours to interested families.

This is a potluck and kid friendly gathering on June 16th, from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. If you are interested in learning more about our future, our school, our approach and place-based education we kindly ask that you contact rebecca@mountainriverschool.org. We respectfully ask that this gathering be limited to families that may be interested in attending Mountain River School.

We currently have a few spots remaining in each of our programs K-8th grade!

About Mountain River School Mountain River School is pioneering holistic, nature-based education in Lamoille County, Vermont. Our unique alternative educational model offers opportunities for children to learn in a nurturing, learner-centered environment focused on foundational curriculum that offers students both choice and voice in their education.

By honoring each child’s passion for learning, inspiring curiosity and empowering students, the Mountain River School approach fills a unique niche in Vermont. Daily mindfulness practices and a commitment to every child’s social, emotional and spiritual needs cultivate and deepen self-awareness, relationships and connection to community.

Mountain River School has been warmly welcomed by the community and is adding 7th and 8th grades for the 2017-2018 school year, in addition to offering additional sections of current mixed K-6th grade classes. To learn more about our school please visit our website http://www.mountainriverschool.org.

About Teton Science Schools Teton Science Schools (TSS) inspires curiosity, engagement and leadership through transformative place-based education. For over 15,000 learners per year, the place-based approach increases engagement, learning, and community impact. Located on four campuses in Idaho and Wyoming, programs include two schools (Journeys School and Teton Valley Community School), field education for schools from around the world and visitors to the region, and school or district professional development and consulting through the Teacher Learning Center and the Graduate Program. http://www.tetonscience.org.