PPOS students study Ute history
“Ute was not the original name of this tribe,” fourth-grader Juniper said. “They were first called Núuchi, and it was changed when the Europeans came.” Juniper is one of 21 fourth-graders at Pagosa Peak Open School who is diving into a project...
PPOS students begin project with camping in Creede
The classroom vibrated with energy. Students in grades 4-5 were sitting amongst piles of camping gear while Mrs. Rue ran through the checklist. “Show me your socks! Show me your flashlight! Show me your extra batteries!” The students in this mixed-age...
Ribbon Cutting at PPOS
On May 11, 2021, students, staff and families gathered to celebrate the building’s purchase and the permanence of our learning home…
Pagosa Peak Farm to School
When Pagosa Peak Open School started their Meal Service Program, it was only natural to add more local produce and meat to their menu…