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The annual Back to School picnic kicks off a year that is steeped in family-friendly fun. Fall brings everyone out to tailgate at home football games. Lower School students begin their annual book buddy program teaming up with younger students. In September, the exhilaration of the annual Sharptop Retreat for Middle and Upper School students is the talk of the community. The three-day mountain retreat unites the Pisgah family in a powerful celebration of God, family, and fun. All Middle and Upper School faculty chaperone the retreat ensuring that every child is known by Pisgah teachers. In October, hundred of cars are lined up for kids to "Trunk or Treat" with their Pisgah pals. Meanwhile, Middle and Upper School students are busy preparing for a week long homecoming celebration. Late fall brings more sentimental traditions as well. In November, hundreds of grandparents canvass the campus escorted by their grandchildren.
Christmas holiday traditions include the dedication of the "Senior Tree', bedecked with special keepsake ornaments for the senior class, and culminates with an all school service celebrating the reason for the season, thie birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. In January, students begin transitional programs learning what to expect at the next grade level. Kindergarten Prep students practice eating in the lunch room, visit the media center, travel to Kindergarten classrooms, and experience Primary School plays. Fifth grade students receive practice locks for lockers, shadow 6th graders, and join in at pep rallies. The eighth grade class participates in a local mission trip, providing days of service and volunteer work. The entire Preparatory school (grades 6 - 12) has a special "Day of Service" where students donate their time, talent, and treasures to a variety of local charities.
Spring brings mission work and opportunities for students to live their faith ‘in the real world.’ From the Montana Leadership Retreat just for freshmen to mission trips in the U.S. and overseas, students reach out for God. The school year culminates with many traditions including the annual Pass On Service where fourth grade families host a celebratory service for fifth grade students and families as they make their way to the Prep campus. The Upper School recognizes seniors through a week long celebration of their passage to alumni status. Festivities include trips, a family luncheon at the Athletic Club, service projects and the Baccalaureate Service. One of the most heartwarming events is the Alpha-Omega tea where Kindergartners host the graduating seniors for a special time of music, prayer and fun on the playground! Commencement is a family affair as all of Pisgah gathers to celebrate the achievements of the graduating class.
The warm summer months provide more opportunities for Pisgah students and families: overseas mission trips (Kenya, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Russia, and Turkey). Many students participate in music and athletic camps (soccer, basketball, cheerleading, football). Mentor families host grade level get-togethers to help new and returning students and families connect and build friendships. Before you know it, it's time to head back to campus for another year of the Pisgah Experience!
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