Prairie Conversations

Prairie View Elementary School Counselor Jen Neira talks about the role and the positive impact therapy dogs play in our schools.

Prairie Activities Director Rocky Bennett talks about the current status of activities. He talks about programs, facilities, expectations, the MVC conference, and his vision.

Future Now Coordinator Sam Black talks about the program and their efforts to engage more students in grades 7-12. Sam shares the importance of making students aware of resources and opportunities that the College Community School District offers. The program enables students to explore their future post-graduation.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Doug Wheeler talks about recent construction projects, Prairie Ready initiative, community support, staff impact, and the district’s vision.

Dean, who spent his entire career working in advertising, talks about the impact Prairie and his teachers had on his life. Dean also talks about his new book titled “Teachers, You Can’t Live Without Them.”

Coaches Mitch Bock and Rick Nelson talk about the growth and success the Prairie Archery Club has seen since it began in 2015-2016. Today there are a 158 who participate in archery.

Principal Jennifer McDonnell provides updates and insight on all things Creek. She talks about the transition process for incoming 5th graders, the new 5-6 building and her role as the educational leader.

Debbie shares her experiences through her eyes as a Prairie graduate, a mother and an educator.

Jeff shares his experiences as a tour manager with the Impractical Jokers, working with other entertainers, and his days at Prairie High School.