THAT GIFTING TIME OF YEAR!!

Your donation to Camino de Paz, whether $10 or $10,000, is deeply appreciated. Here's what your money can provide:

Tuition assistance for a family that cannot afford private school (up to $4,500)

Books, especially multiple sets for literature and humanities seminars
($500 – $1,000)

Software/accessories for foreign language classes ($300/set)

Specialized instruction in fiber arts for felting, spinning, weaving and dying classes ($1200)

Herbal and nutritional supplements for our animals ($150/month);

More solar panels to defray our utility costs

Increased radio and print advertising, so CDP is no longer northern New Mexico's best kept secret!

Welcome

Camino de Paz School & Farm is a private Montessori Middle School for grades 6 through 9 in Santa Cruz, New Mexico, just 23 miles north of Santa Fe.  Based on Maria Montessori's Erdkinder theory, the school's curriculum is fully integrated with the activities of the Camino de Paz Farm. This work/study environment enables students to develop intellectually, socially and spiritually through academic exploration, manual work, and creative expression. 

Our parents say:

"The Montessori ethic of meaningful academic studies, manual work and community participation has allowed our son to become an engaged and disciplined learner and an active, responsible citizen. He also loves his teachers and going to school every day."

"It has opened our eyes to a new perspective about learning and community. My daughter has blossomed in her self-esteem and confidence."

Our students say:

"When I come here I feel that I am an important part of something and that I can take responsibility for an assortment of different things."

"The teachers make learning fun and exciting, I love getting experience with
different things."

"I like the freedom and hands-on experiences. The school is like my family."

"I've gotten more confident and stronger mentally and physically."