FESTA
FESTA–The Annual Gala Supporting
St. Helena Montessori School
Each spring, the St. Helena Montessori community gathers for Festa Primavera, our annual gala celebrating the life of the school and supporting the work that unfolds here every day.
Festa Primavera is both a joyful evening together and one of the school’s most important fundraising events of the year. Parents, grandparents, alumni, faculty, and friends come together to share a beautiful Napa Valley evening while investing in the continued strength of an authentic Montessori education.
More than a celebration, Festa is an expression of the community that makes this school possible.
An Evening Rooted in Community
Festa Primavera reflects the character of St. Helena Montessori itself—thoughtful, vibrant, and grounded in meaningful relationships.
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The evening typically includes exceptional food and wine, time together with fellow parents and friends, and opportunities to support the school through special fundraising moments.
Guests participate through a variety of experiences, including silent and live auction offerings, special community gatherings, and opportunities to contribute directly to initiatives that strengthen the school’s programs and campus.
Why Festa Matters
Like many independent schools, St. Helena Montessori intentionally keeps tuition below the true cost of providing a fully realized Montessori education. Gifts and community support help bridge that gap and ensure that the school can continue offering the environments, programs, and experiences that allow students to flourish.
Funds raised through Festa Primavera support the mission of the school: to cultivate the whole person, foster a love of learning, and guide students in virtue and character so they may reach their God-given potential.
These contributions sustain the daily work of the school and help support:
• authentic Montessori education from infancy through adolescence
• purpose-built Montessori environments designed for deep work and independence
• the stewardship of our campus and working farm
• program enrichment and experiential learning
• tuition assistance that helps make the school accessible to more families
An Evening Rooted in Community
Festa Primavera is made possible through the generosity and creativity of our parent community, volunteers, sponsors, faculty, and friends.
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The event reflects the shared belief that the work of forming young people—intellectually, morally, and spiritually—is worthy of our collective support.
Every gift, sponsorship, and act of participation helps sustain the mission and ensures that St. Helena Montessori can continue to serve children and families for generations to come.
Join the Celebration!
Whether attending the gala, participating in the auction, sponsoring the event, or supporting from afar, Festa Primavera offers many ways to be part of this annual celebration of community and generosity.
We invite you to join us each spring as we gather to celebrate the work of St. Helena Montessori School.
