Open Houses & Events

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Open House Details:

Sat., November 16, 2024  - Topanga, CA

Open House
Manzanita School & Institute
1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, CA 90290
10:00am (PST) - 12:00pm (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Eva Sanchez-Calixtro, (310) 455-9700, eva@manzanitaschool.org

The Office of Admissions cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective families with children entering grades 1-12th the Fall 2025-26. The Open House will provide families an opportunity to be oriented about our school's philosophy and programs. Students will participate in a few teacher-led activities while parents enjoy an orientation led by our Head of School and Founder, Dr. Paul Astin. An RSVP is required to participate. You can also self-register by visiting our website, submitting an inquiry, and subsequently, registering.

Fri., December 13, 2024  - Topanga, CA

Open House
Manzanita School & Institute
1717 Old Topanga Canyon Road, Topanga, CA 90290
9:00am (PST) - 11:00am (PST)

RSVP needed: Yes
Further information: Eva Sanchez-Calixtro, (310) 455-9700, eva@manzanitaschool.org

The Office of Admissions cordially invites you to attend an Open House for prospective families with children entering Forest Kindergarten the Fall 2025-26. The Open House will provide families an opportunity to be oriented about our school's philosophy and programs. Students will participate in teacher and nature-led activities while parents enjoy an orientation led by our Founders, Dr. Paul Astin, and Ms. Jenny Griffiths. An RSVP is required to participate. You can also self-register by visiting our website, submitting an inquiry, and subsequently, registering. Children must turn 5 years of age by September 1st of the entering school to be eligible for our program.

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