About Us | ZEST Prep

About Us

ZEST Preparatory Academy is a proposed kindergarten through fifth grade school community for Douglas County families. We are preparing to open our doors in the 2022-2023 school year.

Mission

Provide an academically rigorous, supportive, and joyful learning environment that develops the leader inside every student for success in college and beyond.

Vision

We prepare the next generation of leaders to take their seat at the table and positively impact their communities.

The Student Experience

We empower students with the necessary skills to take advantage of opportunities that foster academic, cultural, and personal growth.

Leadership

We intentionally teach leadership skills beginning in kindergarten, so our students are prepared to take a seat at the table and emerge as the next generation of leaders.

Literacy Focused

We teach based on the science of reading, to build a steady foundation in literacy. Our students become strong readers who love books.

College Preparatory

Our rigorous curriculum will prepare our students for success in college and life, so they can choose their path in life.

Joyful Learning

Our joyful learning environment helps students find the pleasure in learning, ignites creativity, and encourages joy within the journey.

Discovery-Based Learning

Our discovery-based learning approach encourages our students to take ownership of their learning by discovering new ideas and solutions to real world challenges.

Supportive

Our student-centered classrooms focus on educating the the whole child, so our students can grow socially, emotionally, and academically to be their best selves.