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The Springmont Festival & Montessori Mile is a beloved event, bringing students, staff, parents, grandparents, and alumni together on campus!

Come Run. Come Cheer. Come Celebrate Springmont! 
Whether you’re lacing up your running shoes or cheering from the sidelines, we hope you’ll join us on for this fun-filled Springmont tradition on Saturday, October 17! 
Race Registration continues through Sunday, October 11, at midnight. Click here to register! 

Schedule
The morning begins with a warm-up in the Pavilion at 8:30 a.m., followed by the one-mile fun runs on Long Island Drive for adults and children ages 6–14. Our youngest runners, ages 6 and under, will have their own dashes on the Field. And the fun doesn’t stop when the races end!  Here are some of the planned activities!

• Middle School Fair & Pumpkin Decorating Contest
• Enrichment Vendor Activities & Demonstrations
• Sycamore Class Market - Pumpkin Bread, Fig Preserves, and Jewelry
• Juniper Class Market - Sourdough Bread and Goat Cheese
• Bluebird Class - Gardening (10:30-11:15)
• Finch Class - Gardening
• Sunflower Class - Gardening
• Barn Tours
• Alumni Brunch
• Share & Care Clothing Sale benefiting Springmont's Landschool, 9:30-11:30
• Talent Show & Karaoke with Springmont Parent Emcees/DJs Brian Burns and Brian Knott - Calling all musicians, dancers, and performers! We’re looking for Springmont community members to sign up for a performance slot! Whether you sing, play an instrument, dance, juggle, tell jokes, or have another talent to share, we’d love to see what you’ve got! And if sharing a talent isn’t quite your speed, there will also be time for karaoke—so pick your favorite song and come ready to join the fun. Ready to take the stage? Click here to sign up for a performance slot! We can’t wait to see (and hear) our Springmont community!
• Chili Cook-Off - Do you have a great chili recipe? Enter Springmont’s 14th annual Chili Cook-Off for a chance to prove your recipe is Golden Ladle-worthy. You could win a fabulous prize basket! Chili of all varieties—black bean, red bean, spicy, mild, chicken, beef, vegetarian, and others are welcome. Email Tiffany Orem at torem@springmont.com to enter! 

ALL parking is off campus at the Century Springs East lot at 6100 Lake Forrest Drive!

• Shuttles run to and from campus and the Century Springs East lot at 6100 Lake Forrest Drive NW, Sandy Springs, 30328.
  • 7:15-8:25 a.m. – The shuttle will run every 15 minutes.  Arrive early (by 8 am) to ensure your family is on campus to get your bib and warm up! The last shuttles may not arrive in time for these activities and the adult race.
  • 9:15 am - 12 noon - the LAST shuttle departs campus at 12 noon!
• On-street parking on Long Island Drive is NOT permitted.
• Out of respect for our neighbors, please do NOT park on side streets, including Mitchell Rd., or in neighborhoods. 

Volunteer Opportunities
We need YOUR help to make this event happen! Whether you’re interested in set-up, race logistics, hospitality, or general support, we welcome you to join us! If you have volunteered before, we would love to have you back! Your familiarity with the event makes you an invaluable part of our team. Of course, we warmly welcome ALL volunteers, regardless of event experience! If you’re interested in volunteering or want to learn more about the roles available, please click the link in Springmont Weejly News  by Friday, October 9th to indicate your interest. Questions? Email Tiffany Orem at torem@springmont.com. 
 

It’s officially autumn, which makes it the perfect time for a closet clean-out! We’re excited to introduce Springmont Share & Care, a community clothing drive rooted in sustainability and generosity. Give the items you’ve outgrown a chance to be loved again while supporting a place that means so much to our students and the broader Springmont community.

"Drop & Go" Collection Date: Wednesday, October 14
8-9 am & 3-4 pm at the Activity Court

Our Drop & Go system makes donating quick and easy while helping prevent traffic build-up during busy carpool hours. Simply pull up to the Activity Court curb, remain in your vehicle, and an event volunteer will come to your front passenger-side window to collect your donations.

We’re accepting gently worn children’s fall and winter clothing & shoes in sizes 2T - 10/12. To help us make the most of every donation, please ensure all items are:

• Clean and in excellent condition
• Neatly folded
• Packed in a bag or recyclable box

The clothing sale will take place on campus during the Springmont Festival & Montessori Mile on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:30 - 11:30 am in the Pavilion. All families are invited to shop the sale, with 100% of proceeds directly benefiting Springmont's Landschool. All remaining items will be donated to The Tender Foundation.

Thank you for helping us care for our planet while supporting our community. 

Our Holiday Enrichment session runs from November 2 to December 10 and includes opportunities for Primary students (4 and older by Nov 2) and Elementary & Middle School students to enjoy after-school activities such as Chess, Spanish, Cooking, Woodworking, STEM, Dance, Sports, and Knitting.

• Click here for Primary Holiday Enrichment info and registration. (Students must be 4 by Nov 2.)
• Click here for Elementary/Middle School Holiday Enrichment info and registration.

Please note that all classes have a minimum and maximum number of participants and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Fees include a light after-school snack. 
Registration with full payment is due by Wednesday, October 28, at 3 pm. (Registrations received after this time are subject to availability and a $25 per child late registration fee.) 

Questions? Email Tiffany Orem at torem@springmont.com