About Us
A safe, welcoming place to learn
Brookview is the district’s newest school, bringing together students from Woodbury, Afton and Lake Elmo to form a diverse community of learners. Collaboration is at the heart of our school, and the building features welcoming, flexible spaces for students and staff to work together. Brookview is part of the Stillwater Area Public School District, which is known for excellence and has a proud tradition of meeting the needs of all kids.
Real-World Experiences
Learning is made more relevant and engaging with things like:
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LEGO robotics, Dash and Dot robots and other technologies to teach coding, problem solving, math skills and more
- Community experts working alongside students on real-world projects
- 4Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical thinking, Creativity
Personalized Learning
Learning is personalized based on each student's strengths, passions and unique needs:
- Exploratory experiences both in and outside the classroom
- Hands-on projects that allow students to explore things they're interested in
- Digital devices and technology to help personalize teaching
Caring Relationships
Students get to know one another and develop meaningful relationships with staff through:
- Small learning environments
- Family events and activities throughout the year, like carnivals and family dances
- Regular communication, both in person and electronically, between teachers and families
- Strong support from intervention teachers and other staff (English learners, math/reading support and more)
Outstanding Learning Opportunities
All Stillwater Area Public Schools focus on the 4Cs – Communication, Collaboration, Critical thinking and Creativity by providing opportunities for students to solve problems through hands-on projects and real-world experiences. We consider children participants in the learning process.
All elementary students have access to:
- Core instruction in literacy, math, science, social studies, art, physical education, media and general music
- Opportunities in band, orchestra and choir beginning in 5th grade
- Responsive Classroom, where students participate in morning meetings emphasizing social, emotional, and academic growth in a strong and safe school community
- Enrichment experiences to advance learning and challenge students
- Special Education: reading and math interventions, English Learner program and summer Targeted Services
- Service learning and community service projects
- Preschool for four-year-olds (fee-based; offered through Community Education)
My wife and I are 834 alumni and are ecstatic for our kids to be carrying on our traditions as Ponies in the new Brookview Elementary. Giving our kids the same great educational opportunity our parents gave us was a major factor in our recent move back into Ponyland.ANDREW POLEHNA
WOODBURY RESIDENT AND BROOKVIEW PARENT
I'm excited to be joining a dynamic staff at Brookview. I'm looking forward to the halls and walls of this building being filled with laughter and learning. It is in that moment when this shiny new building will transform into a school.sherri gutzman, brookview teacher