Learning Beyond Walls: Outdoor Education
Does your child love the outdoors? Is your child interested in insects, plants, and animals? Do they enjoy learning in the outdoors? Then our Outdoor Education pathway is the perfect fit for your child!
As the only Pre-K to 5th grade Outdoor Learning School in El Paso county, Howbert Elementary’s purpose is to create experiential opportunities that spark learner interest and passion, connect learners to the natural world, and foster a community of empowered citizens.
We balance classroom instruction with outdoor experiences throughout the school year, providing an optimal learning environment for student growth and achievement.
Some of the benefits of Outdoor Education are:
- getting students outdoors and active in their learning
- offering an antidote to the plugged-in lives of today’s generation
- improving student achievement through engaging learning about the natural world.
- enhancing critical and creative thinking skills
- Strengthening a sense of empowerment to make a difference in their communities.
If your child shows these interests, enroll today with our Outdoor Education pathway program!
HOWBERT INTEREST FORM
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OUR SCHOOL
Howbert Elementary is the leading PreK - 5th grade outdoor learning pathway school in the Pikes Peak Region. We incorporate nature and the outdoor environment to engage learners in meaningful and purposeful experiential learning. Our learning opportunities are designed to engage students through outdoor, handson learning experiences that bring learning to life. We work together and think deeply about questions as we apply skills across content areas. Students have the unique opportunity to extend their learning beyond the walls of the classroom.
CONTACT US
719-328-4200
Howbert Elementary
1023 N. 31st St. Colorado Springs, CO 80904
HOWBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
WHERE LEARNING HAPPENS BEYOND FOUR WALLS
OUR FACILITIES
- Outdoor Learning Spaces
- After School Programs
- Premier Location
WHY CHOOSE US
- Academic Growth
- Highly Qualified Staff
- Unique Opportunities
WHAT ARE OUR FOCUS AREAS?
Experiential Learning
Learning is connected to nature and our learning community experiences and explores the outdoors together. Students engage through outdoor, hands-on learning experiences that bring learning to life.
Connections to the Natural World
The connections our learners make to the natural world enhance learning. Students have opportunities to learn and advocate for natural spaces through stewardship and a respect for nature.
Relationships & Community
Relationships are paramount to all that we do. We foster internal and external community connections as we engage with those around us to connect to the outdoors.
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