Summer Break (No School)
2026-06-22 00:00 - 2026-07-05 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
NSM will be closed for Summer break, from June 22rd through July 5th. Summer session will begin on July 6th

Staff Development Week (No School)
2022-08-29 - 2022-09-05
School will be closed so that the Nature Song Montessori staff can prepare for the upcoming 2022/23 school year. This time is used to transition out of the Summer program and into the standard academic year.

Summer Program and Future Plans Meeting
2023-03-03 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Hey Everyone!
This Event is designed for members of the NSM community to meet and discuss our upcoming Summer program, the 2023/24 School Year, as well as plans for the future of our school. This event is restricted to currently enrolled families, as well as families on the wait list for next year. Light refreshments and tasty bites will be available and this is a parent only night of discussion. We look forward to seeing everyone!
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If you cannot attend in person, you may attend virtually here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84359860907?pwd=[REDACTED]

Nature Song Montessori: Friends and Family Investor Event #1
2023-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
This invite only Friends and Family Investor Event is the first of it’s kind for NSM. We will be bringing together our parent community for a night of food and discussion around the potential growth of NSM.
Agenda:
5 – 5:20pm: Meet and Greet – This will be a time to reconnect, grab a frosty beverage and some light appetizers, all while we give everyone time to settle in.
5:30 – 6pm: The Pitch – This will be our presentation phase of the night, with a tasty Italian inspired dinner and wine/cider from our favorite local spots. Ms. Jessica’s famous chicken/eggplant parmesan will be served with roasted organic veg, and truffle cacio e pepe. Our presentation will begin with a tour of where we have been, and mapping out where we can go with your support.
6pm – 7pm: The Lively Q&A – This will be your opportunity to speak up, ask questions and contribute to the grand plan that is the future of Nature Song Montessori.
6:30 – onward: The Ask – This is the time to sign! Nice words are wonderful, and offers of support are great, but this is the time to commit or discuss ways that you might be willing to support the expansion of your favorite preschool!
We really hope to see you, wine and dine you, and ultimately have your support as we move forward on the growth of Nature Song Montessori!

Nature Song Montessori: Friends and Family Investor Event #2
2023-04-15 17:00 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
This invite only Friends and Family Investor Event is the second of it’s kind for NSM. We will be bringing together our parent community for a night of food and discussion around the potential growth of NSM.
Agenda:
5 – 5:20pm: Meet and Greet – This will be a time to reconnect, grab a frosty beverage and some light appetizers, all while we give everyone time to settle in.
5:30 – 6pm: The Pitch – This will be our presentation phase of the night, with a tasty Asian inspired dinner and wine/cider from our favorite local spots. Teacher Collin’s famous Deaji Bulgogi lettuce wraps will be served with Spring rolls, and Orange Beef with rice. Our presentation will begin with a tour of where we have been, and mapping out where we can go with your support.
6pm – 7pm: The Lively Q&A – This will be your opportunity to speak up, ask questions and contribute to the grand plan that is the future of Nature Song Montessori.
6:30 – onward: The Ask – This is the time to sign! Nice words are wonderful, and offers of support are great, but this is the time to commit or discuss ways that you might be willing to support the expansion of your favorite preschool!
We really hope to see you, wine and dine you, and ultimately have your support as we move forward on the growth of Nature Song Montessori!

Back To School Night (Parents Only)
2023-09-29 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
This will be an informative night meant to outline the Montessori classroom areas, curriculum throughout the year, and some of the major holidays and break times. Parent teacher conference sign-ups will be posted, and we will serve light food and refreshments. Bring questions, comments, and suggestions to this no-kiddo event. Can’t wait to see everyone!

Summer Break
2026-06-22 00:00 - 2026-07-05 23:59 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
NSM will be closed for Summer break, from June 22rd through July 4th. Summer session will begin on July 6th.

8th Annual Harvest Festival - A Community Potluck
2024-08-23 12:00 - 15:00 UTC, 2024-09-07 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rock Creek Landing Park, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229, United States
The annual Harvest Festival is here again! This will be a community potluck and family event designed to celebrate community and the food that we grow, and is grown around us. We will provide baked dishes created by our students, as well as dishes sourced from our garden and farms around us. To top it all off, we will be playing games designed for little ones and their families. This is one party you don’t want to miss!
Please RSVP below and indicate the dish or food you would like to bring on This Spreadsheet

Back to School Night
2024-09-13 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229

Plumpers Pumpkin Patch Field Trip
2024-10-02 09:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Let’s go explore the farm! Our first field trip will be to Plumper’s Pumpkin Patch and we can’t wait to see all our students and families! Please RSVP below if you will attend.

Winter Break
2025-12-22 00:00 - 2026-01-02 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
We hope all the families of NSM take a well deserved break, and spend lots of time with family and friends! Have a very happy Winter Break!

Labor Day (Holiday)
2025-09-01 00:00 - 23:59 UTC

Back to School Night
2025-09-25 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)

Halloween Parade
2025-10-31 10:00 - 10:30 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Children will arrive to school in their regular clothes and participate in festive games and crafts. At 10:00 am, We will change into our costumes and do a parade through the neighborhood to prepare the children for their night adventure. When we return to school, we will change out of costume and transition into our regular lunch time and afternoon routine.

Veterans Day
2025-11-11 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
In observance of Veterans Day, and to honor those who have served, Nature Song Montessori will be closed on Friday 11/11/24.

Thanksgiving Break
2025-11-24 00:00 - 2025-11-28 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
This will be a time for family and friends. School will be closed Wed 11/25 through 11/29. We hope all of our families have a wonderful break full of food, family, and fun.

New Years Day (Holiday)
2026-01-01 00:00 - 23:59 UTC

Martin Luther King Day (Holiday)
2026-01-19 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229

Presidents Day (Holiday)
2026-02-16 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
NSM will be closed for President’s Day.

Parent Teacher Conferences
2026-03-19 00:00 - 2026-03-20 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Parent Teacher conference sign-ups are in the classroom near the entranceway. This is an opportunity to have 1-on-1 conversations with Ms. Jessica regarding the development of your child. As always we strive to keep the school and home on the same page. Detailed assessments will be provided so that you can review your child’s progress in the key areas of the classroom.

Spring Break (No School)
2026-03-23 00:00 - 2026-03-27 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Have a happy Spring Break, NSM will be closed from March 24 – 28th.

Memorial Day
2026-05-25 00:00 - 23:59 UTC
NSM will be closed for Memorial Day.

Last Day of 25/26 School Year
2026-06-19 08:00 - 14:30 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Party and potluck details to be announced and linked in the newsletter.

Week 1 - Water Play
2026-07-06 00:00 - 2026-07-10 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
This week is all about the amazing aspects of water! Explore the outdoors with bubbles, sprinklers, water pipes, and splash pads! Mixing, pouring, and making a mess is encouraged! Students will participate in a whole host of water-based activities in the wonderful sunshine of July. Classroom exercises will teach students about the Montessori learning environment as well as grace and courtesy lessons. Family style lunch will be served on Friday with Beef Sliders, Sweet Potato Fries and Garden Veggies.

Week 2 - Sports and Physical Education
2026-07-13 00:00 - 2026-07-17 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Ready, set, go for the goal! Nature Song students will develop those larger muscles with coordination and balance, experiencing the joy of team sports through positive reinforcement and developmentally appropriate games. Children will experience a wide range of outdoor activities, which will encourage positive social interaction, communication, and team work. We will focus on basic games like soccer, tennis, and frisbee, with obstacle courses and character building activities as well! Go team!

Week 3 - STEAM Fun
2026-07-20 00:00 - 2026-07-24 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Kids love hands on science and this week we will explore fun and simple experiments that will lay the basic foundations for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. We will gather materials, observe, reflect, ask questions, and experiment. Topics will range from basic principals of Astronomy, Botany, Anatomy, Chemistry, Physics, Art Technique, and Zoology. These lessons are meant to encourage a sense of wonder for the world and a lifetime of discovery! Be prepared for your little ones to amaze you with questions like “We know our legs lift us up, but what pulls us back down?”

Week 4 - Nature Based Art
2026-07-27 00:00 - 2026-07-31 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
For our fourth week of the Summer program, children will engage in outdoor sensorial and art activities using natural materials like sticks, rocks, flowers, leaves, fruits, vegetables, etc. We will observe insects, watch the metamorphosis of a caterpillar, as well as many other activities designed to understand the forms of life. We look forward to bringing out the artist in your child as they explore their curiosity and creative side in nature, and you will be amazed at all the wonderful projects created just for you!

Week 5 - Readers Theatre and Talent Show
2026-08-03 00:00 - 2026-08-07 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Bring your favorite book, musical instrument, or special talent to school this week and maybe it will open the door for creative story telling, drama, or acting. Early childhood Montessori students enjoy hearing true stories told by their teacher and older classmates. Story telling can nurture the development of self expression through public speaking, drama, and performance. Students may create their own performance or play based on a true story. We will sing, dance and maybe even surprise you with a performance made up by the students. Here is a glimpse of last year’s project:

Week 6 - Cooking/Tasting The Harvest
2026-08-10 00:00 - 2026-08-14 23:59 UTC | Nature Song Montessori, 21246 NW Cannes Dr., Portland, OR, 97229
Join us as we apply our lessons learned from the garden and discover what it means to bring the harvest to the table this week. Cooking organic treats and practicing our fine motor skills with real tools from the kitchen will engage our students and help develop their knowledge about where our food comes from. We will enjoy cooking deliciously fresh organic snacks that will be sent home daily with our young chefs!
