Montessori Country School

06/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us last week! Words cannot adequately express our appreciation for Meghan and all she has brought to our community for over three decades. We wish her the very best as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement, and we are full of gratitude to Jaclyn as she guides us into the next chapter of MCS. 🩷

Thank you to Bainbridge Island Review for this lovely piece.

After 32 years at Montessori Country School, Meghan Kane Skotheim is retiring as head of school. She will be replaced by Jaclyn Chao, who was previously the lead upper elementary guide at the school.

05/20/2026

We are thankful to Bainbridge Community Foundation for their support of Montessori Country School and many other local non-profits in education, arts and culture, animal welfare, environment, health and human services, and recreation. Visit www.bainbridgecf.org to learn how they make their grants and programs purposeful, impactful, and inclusive.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from Country School!

04/21/2026

🎉 IT’S LIVE! 🎉
The A Night in Rio Online Auction is officially OPEN! 🌺✨
Start browsing and bidding on an incredible lineup of:
🌴 Getaways & experiences
🎉 Parties & camps
🍽️ Dining & local favorites
🎁 Unique, can’t-miss items
📱 Bid anytime, from anywhere—right from your phone.
⏳ Don’t wait—early bids build momentum and help you stay ahead on your favorite items!
👉 Scan the QR code to start bidding now.
💛 Every bid supports MCS teachers, classrooms, and student experiences

04/16/2026

04/15/2026

Skip the bidding and claim ANY live auction item—just like that. ✨
For $100, you could win the item of your choice before the auction even begins (yes, really).
💛 Only 100 tickets available
💛 Buy more to boost your odds
💛 No event attendance needed to win!
Don’t miss your shot at the prize of the night—grab your Golden Ticket now!

04/14/2026

We are grateful to Suquamish tribal elder Kippie Joe for teaching Montessori Country School Elementary students the beautiful art of cedar weaving.

03/25/2026

🎉 Don’t miss your chance to join us for A Night in Rio! 🎉

Ticket sales end this Friday, and we would love to fill the room with familiar faces — especially our incredible alum families and wider Bainbridge community 💛
This year’s auction is extra special as we celebrate and send off Head of School Meghan Skotheim after 32 amazing years at Montessori Country School. It’s going to be a joyful, high-energy night — samba, dancing, great food, and a whole lot of community spirit.

✨ April 24 | 5–10 PM | Kiana Lodge ✨

03/03/2026

✨ A Night in Rio | April 24, 2026 | Kiana Lodge ✨
We’re sending a huge thank you to our Bronze Sponsors for supporting this year’s MCS Auction:
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🦷 Wicklund Dental
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These incredible local businesses help make this unforgettable evening possible — and we are so grateful for their investment in our school community.
Join us for a vibrant, adults-only night filled with amazing food, open beer & wine bar, live music + DJ, games, and exciting auction items — all in celebration of MCS 🌴✨
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — this is a night you won’t want to miss! Grab yours and make a date night (or a friends’ night out) of it.
Let’s make it a record-breaking, joy-filled evening together. 💛

02/27/2026

🎉 EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE LIVE! 🎉
Join us on Friday, April 24, 2026 at for a spectacular celebration — A Night in Rio, raising funds for Montessori Country School.
🎟️ Early Bird Ticket Pricing is available now through 2/28 ONLY
After that, prices increase — so grab yours early!
Expect:
🌺 Live + silent auctions
🎶 Samba-inspired celebration
🍽️ Dinner, drinks and dancing
✨ A night celebrating our children, teachers and community
👉 BUY TICKETS: https://bit.ly/471j6y2
❤️ Can’t attend? You can still support via donations, sponsorships, or online bidding.
Let’s make this a night to remember!

🌟 Step into the magic of Rio! 🌟Get ready for a night bursting with color, rhythm and pure celebration. A Night in Rio will sweep you straight into the energy of Brazil’s Carnaval. Sip a handcrafted caipirinha, bid on incredible auction treasures and savor a spectacular dinner surrounded by f...