Community Events

Saturday, February 1st, 10:00am-12:00pm , Both Campuses We are hosting an All School Open House for anyone to come check out all of our different programs. Join the different guides and explore the classrooms at both of our campuses. Our Primary and Elementary programs are at 6230 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003. And our Young Children's Community (18 months-3 years) and Junior High are at 2446 Cabrillo College Dr, Soquel, 95073. RSVP Here

Thursday, January 23rd, 6:00-7:00pm , Main Campus Community Room. Please join us to learn about the Montessori Language Journey a child takes from the Young Children's Community to Wavecrest Junior High. Hear from the guides of each level about why language instruction is so unique in Montessori and how concepts are presented at different ages, the Montessori language materials, lessons, and the work of the children in the classroom. A great opportunity to deepen your understanding of what your child's incredible Montessori language journey is like. Childcare (for elementary and primary aged children) and dinner (pizza and salad), will be offered at 5:30 with the talk to begin at 6:00pm.

Saturday, January 11th, 9 am-10am, Main Campus Community Room. Join Lower Elementary guides Nina Noorzad and Mariah Lambert to hear about our Lower Elementary program. This is a great opportunity to meet the teachers, learn more about the program, and ask questions about the transition process from Primary to Lower Elementary. Childcare will be provided during the meeting.

The Cypress and Junior Classes will have their annual class plays performing "The Wizard of Giggles".

Saturday, December 7th, 10am-12pm, Downtown Santa Cruz Join SCM students, families, and staff as we walk together in the Downtown Holiday Parade!

Friday, November 22nd, 10-11:15am in the Community Room, Main Campus You are invited to come see the "Great Work" of our Upper Elementary students. In the Montessori Elementary environment, students are encouraged to dive deeply into subjects they are passionate about and get creative to show their learning. Come and learn more from these students about the projects they have been working on.

Thursday, November 21st, 9am in the Community Room, Main Campus  Parents of children in our Primary program are invited to hear more about the Primary program, including the importance of the final year of Primary. Molly and Kim will share about the benefits of this final year and hold a casual chat about the Primary program. A great opportunity to learn more and discuss your child's experience. Look for the RSVP link in the newsletter.

Wednesday, November 6th, 6pm at Winston Campus You are invited to learn about the Wavecrest Junior High Program and hear alumni share how their SCM experience helped them in their transition to high school. We'll hear from Taylor (Santa Cruz High), Hannah (Stevenson), Saffron (Kirby School), Eli (York School), and Jada ( We encourage families of all ages to attend this program. If you have an older elementary student they are welcome to join with parents and listen to the presentation as well. This is open to current community members and outside community members who may be interested in our program. This will be held at our Winston Campus 2446 Cabrillo College Dr. Soquel, CA 95073.