A Nature-Based Montessori Farm & Forest Program Rooted Learning for a Regenerative Future

Mount Shasta Nature School is a community-based educational initiative providing holistic, nature-based learning for children and teens ages 3-18. Our programs blend Montessori Erdkinder (children of the Earth) farm principles with forest education, ecological literacy, and community mentorship, cultivating the skills and character needed for a resilient future. We are building an outdoor classroom where young people learn the true curriculum of life through community, connection, curiosity, compassion, gratitude, respect and interdependence.

We need your support!

You are the heartbeat of our community. Join us in cultivating the next generation of mindful leaders and land stewards.

💚 Donate to Village Scholarship Fund for student financial assistance ($50,000)

💚 Donate for our urgent need of:

Indoor classroom space of TWO winterized 30 ft. yurt (total $50,000)
Green house restoration for Montessori farm school ($20,000)
Animal sanctuary shelters and food ($20,000)
Garden tools, farm equipment, art supplies or any other materials ($10,000)

https://MountShastaNatureSchool.org

Email: MountShastaNatureSchool@gmail.com

Founders:

Cristan Norman, M.Ed. https://shastarivernatureschool.org/

Amy Ma, M.Ed. https://www.montessorifarmforestschool.org/

All contributions are 501c3 tax-deductible.

Mount Shasta Nature School

Montessori Farm & Forest Learning Village

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