Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday - School Closed
2026-01-19

Montessori Monday!
2026-02-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Anchorage) | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States

Presidents' Day Holiday - No School
2026-02-16

Winter Break: March 9 - 20 / Winter Break Camp
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-20

Winter Break Camp 3
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-13 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Break Camp offered 8 am – 4 pm; sign up required. Email Karen in the office to register. For Spruce Tree students only.

Winter Break Camp 4
2026-03-16 - 2026-03-18 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States

Staff Professional Development Days / School Closed
2026-03-19 - 2026-03-20

Parent-Teacher Conferences
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-10 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Parent teacher conferences, 8 am – 4 pm, school closed with childcare offered during your conference in our gym. Snacks and games available for Spruce Tree students and siblings.

Trivia & Tapas Event: Montessori Vice
2026-04-11 18:00 - 22:00
Our annual fundraiser… an evening benefitting Spruce Tree Montessori School and its scholarship program. This year’s theme will bring a Miami Vice 80’s vibe to Pike’s Landing… where our silent and live auctions, our lively trivia game, and our now infamous “Poker Showdown” and “Last Sockeye Swimming” games will bring the heat to our Welcome to Miami cocktail hour sponsored by Callahan Construction, add spice to our table charcuterie, and then dazzle during our delicious dinner.
Saturday, April 11, 6 – 10 pm
Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, in the Binkley Room
Tickets on sale March 1.
Open to the public! The more the merrier.
Sponsorships available – click here!
Trivia & Tapas Save the Date

Montessori Monday!
2026-04-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
An academic showcase hosted by teachers and students… see what students have accomplished this scholarship year. From Battle of the Books to the Science Fair to a live Wax Museum!
Open house style, walk through the Showcase in the gym and then experience our classrooms, meet and greet our teachers, and connect with current and prospective parents.

Spring Open House
2026-04-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Spring Open House for current, prospective, and newly enrolled families. No formal programming, 4 – 5 pm.

Friday Off / Friday Camp
2026-05-08, 2026-05-22, 2026-05-29, 2026-06-12
Friday off, no school. Friday Camp optional. Call to sign up. For currently enrolled students only.

Muffins with Moms & Loved Ones
2026-05-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Join your child for a muffin and a cup of coffee as they start their day. 8 – 9 am, extended drop off time.

Staff Work Day / No School or Camp
2026-05-15 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Staff Work Day / No School for Students

Bike Week - May 18 - 22
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-22 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
All students are encouraged to bring their bike, trike, or scooter to ride with friends during recess and PE class. Helmets required.

Garden Day
2026-05-21
Look for a Sign Up Genius invitation to sign up to donate veggies, herbs, and flower starts. Thank you in advance, many hands make light work on this exciting planting day. We go from zero flowers to a million in a few hours of time.

Bike Week: June 1-4
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-04

Denali Park Field Trip & Camp Out
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-07 | Denali Park
One of our oldest traditions. All current and alumni families welcome! Book your reservation now! It’s the best day / weekend of the year. We all drive down to the Park, meet for a picnic at noon, choose from several hike options, then enjoy the evening at Riley Creek Campground where all families camp in the same loop… kids biking, running and playing together in the woods, and sharing s’mores. Info meetings about this fun tradition hosted by the Parent Advisory Committee are coming up on May 18 at 4 pm and May 21 at 12 noon (choose one, same info shared at each).

Lemonade Day & Bake Sale
2026-06-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Our annual lemonade day hosted by our Tongass upper elementary class. Students make lemonade to sell at the main carline gate along with baked goods donated by parents.
Parents and visitors welcome to stop by 11 am – 2 pm.
Meg’s Eats & Treats food truck on site 11 – 1 pm for students, parents, staff enjoyment.

Donuts with Dads & Loved Ones
2026-06-15 08:00 - 09:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Dads, grandpas, uncles, and other loved ones, including mom or grandma if dad is not available, are welcome to stop by 8 – 9 am to enjoy the start of the day at school… donuts and coffee provided.

Last Day of School
2026-06-17
The last day of school for the 2025-26 school year.

STMS CELEBRATION - Year End Celebration for Our Whole School
2026-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Our annual all school celebration, featuring a recognition ceremony for our kindergarteners as they move from the first plane of development to the second, out of Children’s House into Elementary.
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Recognition Ceremony – recognition of our kindergarten class and 5th – 6th grade students.
Performance by our Elementary Choir
Community Potluck & BBQ
Celebratory Cupcakes
Face Painting & Community Art Project
Beer & Wine, Lemonade & Summer Sweet Tea

Summer at Spruce Tree Camp
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10, 2026-07-13 - 2026-07-17 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Summertime at Spruce Tree! Outdoor camp for all ages. For current families only. Use this link to sign up: link

Parent Orientation & Wine Tasting Event
2026-07-30 16:30 - 18:30 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Annual Parent Orientation offering a comprehensive introduction to our school culture and community, complete with a Parent Handbook presentation, information about field trips, clubs, and general best practices.
4:30 – 5 New Parent Welcome: Classroom Share App / Tours
5 – 6:30 ALL Parent Orientation

Back to School Open House & Ice Cream Social
2026-08-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
Back to School Open House for all enrolled families. Stop by to meet your teacher, see your child’s classroom, and get to know other parents.
Ice cream provided.

1st Day of School!
2026-08-05 | Spruce Tree Montessori School, 286 N. Cushman St., Fairbanks, 99701, United States
First day of the 2026 – 27 School Year!
All programs begin:
7:30 – 8:00 am, Sunrise Program: drop off in gym or playground, weather permitting (no carline, park and bring your child in)
8 – 8:15 Morning Carline
8:15 – 3:00 School Day
3 – 3:15 Afternoon Carline
3 – 4:30 pm, Sunset Program: pick up anytime from classroom or playground, weather permitting (no carline, park and come in to get your child)
