building back Better Following hurricane helene
Mountain Pathways is a teacher-led, non-profit school serving families with children aged 15 months to 6 years old in Boone, NC. Our school brings together the best of the Montessori approach to child development and North Carolina’s state curriculum and regulations. We have been serving families in the High Country since 1987. To learn more about our campus and history, click here.
On September 27th, 2024 the school closed its campus due to the damage sustained by Hurricane Helene. Hurricane Helene was called 'the worst natural disaster' in Watauga County's modern history by local officials and caused the unprecedented rise of the normally toddler-friendly Howards Creek that borders the school's property. This rise caused extensive flood damage and destruction to both the interior and exterior of the campus facilities.
Mountain Pathway’s students and staff were displaced for several months while the Children’s House was being restored, operating out of rental spaces in town, posing both financial and educational strains. However, due to the efforts of staff, parents, and community members, the Children’s House finally reopened its doors on February 3rd, 2025! The Norwood House campus does not have the same happy ending, as it will likely not open its doors again for quite some time. Efforts are underway to reinvision this part of our campus that traditionally housed our elementary and summer camp programs.
While the Children’s House has reopened, many classroom and campus projects remain. Fundraising efforts are underway to “build back better”. We are reaching out to our community across the world. Please join us on this journey of rebuilding through 3 different giving opportunities.
Donate Today
For individuals and groups who want to give a donation to our Go Fund Me Recovery Fund to help with the overall needs of the school.
For businesses, organizations, and larger groups looking for bigger giving opportunities click here to access our Sponsorship Form.
MPS Wish List
For those willing to purchase new learning materials for our classrooms when we are ready to move back into the school.
Mountain Pathways is a 501(c)3 organization registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State, Tax ID# 56-1580678.
All donations are tax-deductible.
want to connect?
If you have read through our site and would like more information on how to get involved, have more ideas for our recovery, or are an alumni looking to connect we would love to hear from you. Please fill out this form and one of our co-directors will be in touch.