SMSD funds just one full time interventionist position for Prairie. The Prairie Fund fills the funding gap for Prairie’s need for two interventionists to be able to meet the needs of ALL our students. Interventionists specialize in reading and math interventions for all grades K-6. They collaborate with teacher teams to provide research-based intervention during WIN (What I Need) time while classroom teachers and aides provide support and enrichment activities.

The Prairie Elementary building opened in 1993. Now over 30 years old, the facility has improvement needs in excess of what the district is able to fund. The Prairie Fund fills that gap with projects like replacing all the original water fountains with water bottle filler fountains to meet modern needs. Recent projects include: -Upgrading the teacher lounge -New gym speakers and sound board

The Prairie Fund offers a grant application to teachers and staff to ensure they have the materials and supplies they need without ever needing to pay for something out of pocket. These grants also allow teachers the opportunity to create brand new lessons, a necessity in a rapidly changing world. Examples of recent grants include: -9 Square In the Air for PE -Large print books for the Library -Junior Achievement for 3rd grade Social Studies

The Prairie Fund continually looks for ways to enhance the experience for all students at Prairie with programs like school wide assemblies and the Mad Science STEAM program. We work closely with the PTA to fill any funding gaps with the amazing experiences they plan for our students and staff.