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Pushing the boundaries of public education comes with its challenges, especially when it comes to funding.
Why do you need additional funding?
While state aid supports our status as a tuition-free public charter school, the initial costs of launching and expanding, as well as losses from serving a majority of students who open enroll from other districts, significantly outstrip the per pupil funding provided by the state. Receiving approximately 20% less funding per student compared to our neighboring public schools, we remain undeterred in our commitment to providing an unparalleled educational experience rooted in nature.
To continue to flourish as a nature-based, tuition-free public school option, we rely on the philanthropic giving of families, businesses, and foundations, along with all those who support our mission. We invite you to be a part of our journey, to be a catalyst for change in education. Thank you for standing with us as we continue to create a learning environment where every day is an adventure and every lesson is a step toward a brighter future.
Give to Our Natural Playground
Our outdoor nature school is thrilled to be constructing a natural playground designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a deep connection with the environment. This playground will feature elements like logs for balancing, boulders for climbing, and native plants that create spaces for discovery and imaginative play. By using natural materials and integrating the landscape’s unique features, we’re creating a space where children can explore, play, and learn in harmony with nature.
It’s a hands-on project that reflects our commitment to fostering a love for the outdoors and holistic child development.
Help Us Build the Next Chapter
Exciting growth is on the horizon for our outdoor nature school as we expand to include Middle School, with the goal of offering programs from Kindergarten through 8th grade by 2026! This expansion will include a much-needed addition to our current facilities to create classrooms that support hands-on, nature-based learning for older students. To make this vision a reality, we’re calling on the support of our incredible community of donors. Your contributions will help provide the resources necessary to build these new spaces and create opportunities for students to grow, explore, and thrive in a nature-centered educational environment.
Together, we can inspire the next generation through exploration & the love for the outdoors!
Support Our Growth in a Big Way
If you’re interested in making a significant contribution to support our nature school’s mission and expansion, we’d love to connect with you directly. Large donations can have a transformative impact, helping us create meaningful educational experiences and grow our programs. Please reach out to us to discuss how your generosity can shape the future of our school and the children we serve.
Together, we can make a lasting difference!
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“When people ask me what the school is like I always tell them, it’s a pretty magical place to go to school. Not only is my child receiving a great education, but he’s also getting a bucket full of happy memories.”
– Parent of Student