Belong
"One test of the correctness of educational procedure is the happiness of the child.”  - Maria Montessori



Prairie Creek is a small turn-of-the-century schoolhouse. We still gather together every week to sing and celebrate.  Children from different classes work together often in art studios, student council, and community projects like our annual May Day celebration. Real relationships grow from these experiences, and it is common to see a fifth grader helping a kindergartener zip up for recess.

individual attention
Our teachers know their students as individuals.  They tailor projects to students’ interests and learning styles. Parents, students, and teachers meet frequently as a team to set goals and assess progress.

social curriculum
At Prairie Creek, we have a formal social curriculum. Students learn how to work and play together respectfully. Children develop tools to help them solve problems on the playground and in the classroom. The school community does not tolerate bullying or teasing.

family involvement
Families, too, belong at Prairie Creek. Their commitment to the Prairie Creek philosophy and participation in school life is essential. Parents are involved in every part of the school from the classrooms, to the lunch program, to Board membership.

Every member of the Prairie Creek community – parent, teacher, and child – feels a part of the learning experience.