Prairie Winds Elementary School

Posted: January 5, 2025

We moved our children from Monument Academy, and are so happy to be at PW.
I waited over a year-before posting this
(To be sure that school and learning could be so pleasant and stress-minimal)
From the front end staff to the Principal, these are kind, intelligent, approachable people. The teachers are caring and also keep things in control-with correction of issues and behaviour when it is needed. They lead with good values and by example. (Instead of speaking of Integrity that was in short measure, which was the trend at their previous school)
It is such a creative, and caring place. The small student population is really nice. Everyone pretty much knows each other. It's a really solid education, and a sweet little place.

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Posted: August 31, 2015

Posted: August 31, 2015

We previously had experience with Monument Academy (K and 1st), and after a departure from Monument and subsequent return to the area, my daughter begged not to go back. We saw that Prairie Winds was our assigned school, and after talking to neighbors who were happy with the school, we gave it a shot. Our three kids are thriving at PWES. The teachers and principal are engaged and outgoing to families. They have really integrated multi-level teaching for the students and look out for ways to enrich them, no matter where they are on their learning path. We have only experienced the G/T enrichment services for our kids, but I certainly get the sense from others that all learning levels are integrated and cared for at PWES. The school uses its community resources wisely and we, as parents, truly feel part of our children's education. So glad we made the switch!

Posted: August 31, 2015

Posted: August 31, 2015

This varies from teacher to teacher and grade to grade. The studies I've read share that more homework is not necessarily a good thing. So, I've been pleased to find them NOT overloaded with work in the evenings (besides the occasional special project).

Posted: October 29, 2012

We left Monument Academy to attend PWES. We couldn't be happier. The overall atmosphere of the school is calm, welcoming, respectful and excellent. The principal is outstanding. It is an absolute breath of fresh air to witness a professional at the top of her game. She clearly inspires, supports and trusts her staff to excel in the classrooms. My only regret is not having left Monument Academy soon after the new principal came on board. MA can't hold a candle in any respect to PWES. My child loves this school and the teachers. There is zero tolerance for bullying which is a complete change from our experience with MA where they talked about bullying but did nothing to enforce anti-bullying policies. PWES should be the gold standard for the district on both the discipline and academic approach.

Posted: February 7, 2012

This is a great school. The academic standards are high and the teachers are excellent. The programs and opportunities for high ability/gifted children are impressive and there is a true emphasis on maximizing each individual child's abilities. It is a very nurturing, kind and caring environment and we love having our kids at this school.

Posted: January 16, 2012

This is school is sooo fantastic! I do not know where to begin! The teachers are incredibly skilled and brilliant! I love that my daughter comes home happy and singing or reciting something she has learned that day! She is engaged and the atmosphere is sooo positive! The staff all coordinate and exude teamwork! Wonderful leadership and the PTO and parents all make this a Gem! Love it! I come away smiling every day too! This school is good for the entire family! We all feel that this was the best school we could have found in Colorado!

Posted: February 19, 2011

We have loved Prairie Winds Elementary! So far my daughter has been challenged appropriately, always is excited to go to school, and has thrived academically and socially. Their test scores are on the top in this school district. We had initially considered D20 and are really happy that we stayed in D38. I would not hesitate to recommend our district to the most demanding parents that still want to put their kids in public school...

Posted: February 10, 2011

In 2004 I enrolled my first child in Prairie Winds Elementary. Since then I have enrolled 3 more. Between the four I have had the opportunity to work closely with the faculty to design and implement the best educational experience for each of my children. Between my children they have needed Occupation, Physical, and Speech Therapies, ELL Services, multiple IEP's for reading and writing, and recently, Gifted classes. Not only has Prairie Winds acknowledged and met their physical and intellectual needs they have been attentive to their emotional needs as well. From age 6 to 12 is a very tender time in a childs life and I have been so surprised, relieved, and thankful for the time and tenderness the faculty has shown to each of them in their personal challenges. I have seen and felt the sincere interest and concern they have for my children. How lucky we have been to have found Prairie Winds! Thank You!

Posted: February 5, 2011

Prairie Winds isa an amazing school! The teachers are some of the best I have seen. The school community works together to provide the best learning experience possible. The PTO has achieved amazing things. The technology in the school is the most advanced I have seen. The leadership team is incredible. Every one in the communty works together. Students are happy, engaged and learning. My children love being at Prairie Winds as do I!

Posted: February 3, 2011

My daughter is at PW and we value highly the fact that they are teaching them to think critically, not just layering in information year by year. They earnestly endeavor to see the student as an individual with differing gifts and challenges and teach them accordingly.