Prospect Academy

Kids would make fun of my kid and she would tell because its happened almost all year, and all the teachers and staff would do is talk the students. It was the same kids all year that would make fun for her. The thing that make it worst is that it was boys messing with a girl to the point that she came crying home. Also some girl said they were gonna fight her.

We've had the privilege of experiencing the Peak Expeditionary School community for nearly four years now. As a parent who is highly involved, I regularly observe firsthand how deeply the staff care for our kids and families and engage in meaningful ways unique to each student. I continue to be amazed that so many staff know every single student as well as most caregivers. For us, it feels like an extension of our family. Our child LOVES going to school!!! The staff and teachers are flexible, conscientious, caring, creative, dedicated, and insightful, and they deeply value working together. I so appreciate that this community welcomes dialogue and feedback and will make adjustments when positive outcomes can be gained. We've faced some behavior challenges over the years which were all met with honest and supportive conversations with teachers and the principal. Peak truly strives to be a safe place where kids can learn and grow and be challenged holistically. I resoundingly believe being part of this Peak CREW has fundamentally changed my expectations for what is possible within the school setting. We feel so fortunate that we discovered the ideal learning environment for our child (who is thriving) while also unexpectedly gaining access to such a remarkable community of humans.

The school is only interested in supporting students who are in the middle. The administration is not interested in any perspective other than one that makes them look good- they regularly dismiss concerns from families, children and even district officials. Unfortunately communication seems to vary completely by teacher, the school does not proactively communicate or try to problem solve to support students' needs. It may be helpful to understand that Compass' entire model relies upon regular attrition at each class level, therefore it is easy to see how any family that asks questions, seeks support or has a different opinion is pushed out. In one of my daughters' class 50% of her grade level left at the end of the year. The quality is completely on a teacher by teacher basis and they are not interested in family engagement. The administration and multiple teachers regularly said they will not differentiate and they will not be able to scaffold to meet the needs of students in their classrooms.

My children attended Mountain Phoenix from ECE all the way through 8th grade, and it was truly a gift to our family. The teachers nurtured not just their academics, but their curiosity and sense of self. Today, both of my kids are in high school and still carry a genuine love of learning that was sparked at MPCS. The community and the Waldorf-inspired education gave them a foundation that continues to serve them.