Friend-Raising Events

From friend-raisers to fundraisers, the Family Association of MSD (FAM) offers all kinds of fun opportunities for supporting our school. Friend-raisers build the sense of community that is so important to MSD, and the fundraisers support the four areas that help to keep our school strong – professional development, new technology in the classroom, financial aid for our families, and wherever it’s needed most on campus.

Fall:

MSD 101
Parent Reception
Fall Harvest
GrandFriends Day

Winter:

Colorado Gives Day
Winterglow
Book Fair

Spring:

Auction
Staff Appreciation Breakfast

Summer:

Program Meet Ups, organized by Room Parents

A LONG-TIME FAVORITE FOR MSD FAMILIES

Fall Harvest Festival

Every Fall, our campus is transformed into a festive fall celebration for students, parents, and community members to enjoy. MSD’s annual Fall Harvest Festival is a long-time family favorite, and the Family Association works hard to put together an incredible event for our families.

Admission to the Fall Harvest will be open to our whole MSD community! Tickets and unlimited wristbands for a wide variety of activities, games, crafts, and food will be available for purchase at the event. The event will include many free games, snacks, and activities in addition to ticketed ones.

MSD’S LARGEST EVENT OF THE YEAR

Auction

MSD’s Auction supports our Annual Fund every Spring with an epic night of community building and fundraising! It is truly inspiring to see how our community comes together to raise funds for a great cause. While Auction themes vary every year, they’re always fun!

2023: Heart of MSD
2022: Rock of Ages (pictured)
2021: Montessori Night Live
2020: Making History
2019: MSD 54
2018: Putting on the Glitz
2017: Havana Nights
2016: J’Adore MSD
2015: Night at the Derby
2014: Fifty & Fabulous
2013: Some Enchanted Evening

Family and Staff at MSD Auction 2022 | Rock of Ages

SPECIAL FUNDS

Auction Paddle Raise

While funds raised from MSD’s annual Auction go to support our Annual Fund every year, the paddle raise is always restricted to a specific project.

Paddle raises included:

2023: Tuition Adjustment Program (Financial Aid)
2022: Playground Equipment
2021: Improved Outdoor Learning Spaces
2020: Covid-19 Support for Families
2019: Staff Professional Development & Distinguished Speaker Series
2018: Extraordinary Experiences
2017: Staff Professional Development
2016: Vertical Farm
2015: MSD Buses
2014: Professional Development
2013: Professional Development