Science Fair
Just in case Christmas wasn’t already busy enough, we decided to have a Science Fair on the last week before holidays. Each secondary class set up an interactive exhibit, then the primary and kindergarten students rotated through to learn about such things as:...
Christmas in Costa Rica
Even the dogs get dressed up for Christmas in Costa Rica, especially the annual Christmas Fair at Monteverde Friends School. He knows there will be plenty of food, music, games, shopping, and of course, shopping. This year’s fair did not disappoint. A new...
November Coffee House
Another month, another amazing coffee house highlighting the huge variety in Monteverde Friends School and community. A picture is worth a thousand words, or notes, so please enjoy these pics (click on the slide show to the right) of poetry, song, dance, story,...
Coming Home – Thoughts from a Returning Teacher
Heather Livingston, a beloved teacher at MFS last year, recently returned to visit (and of course, volunteer at the school’s Children’s Day!). Here are her feelings about coming back: Last week I returned to Monteverde Friends School after leaving for the...
Student speech about Costa Rican nationalism
Ever wondered what we mean when we say that Monteverde Friends School “strives to lay a foundation of solid intellect, the pursuit of truth, and the values necessary to contribute to a peaceful and just society?” Just read this Independence Day speech...
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