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Choosing Joy

These families designed their lives around what matters most—then found a school that could keep up.

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#WhatsYourWhy
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Flexibility For Our Family Of Artists

“We’re a family of performers with unpredictable schedules. Presley’s public school couldn’t customize around her rehearsals, and homeschooling left us burnt out from managing everything ourselves. We needed flexibility that didn’t sacrifice actual learning. If you want an extradordinary life and not an ordinary life for your child, this is the place to be.”

Jenna & Chris, Presley’s Parents
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School While Our Family Travels The World

“We decided to travel the world after Cora finished 3rd grade. We only planned on being abroad for two years because we thought we needed to get back for Cora to experience junior high. Cora started high school at Prisma this year, and we have no intention of ever returning to traditional school. She takes responsibility for her work, shows up as a leader, and exhibits a confidence she didn’t have before.”

Caitlin, Cora’s Mom
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A Loving Learning Environment For Our Son

“Major was so unhappy at public school. I had never seen him that low before. We wanted an environment where Major could be his authentic self and learn at his pace. Most of all, we wanted him to love school. The way his Prisma coach has encouraged him has helped tremendously. He has never been as engaged, motivated, or on task! I actually cried when I told him how proud I was when he finished his last cycle.”

Latasha, Major’s Mom
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Taking Our Homeschool To The Next Level

“Prior to Prisma, we were part of a vibrant homeschooling community. My kids really enjoyed the classes, but felt it would be better if they could see the same kids consistently. Our biggest surprise at Prisma is the amazing ability Matilda and Henry have grown to build relationships online that translate when they meet in person. At our first in-person meetup, as soon as people saw us coming, they were enthusiastically waving hi. There was no awkwardness. The kids just jumped right in to having fun. And that hasn’t changed. Every time we get to spend time with these amazing kids, the experience is invaluable. Our entire family has grown so much."

Jess, Matilda and Henry’s Mom

Every Prisma Learner is Different

“Prisma has been absolutely life-changing for us, and we can’t wait to see how much the kids continue to grow. It’s been so much fun to be able to sit in on the Co-Lab Showcases and the Expo Days. The coaches are wonderful, and the kids seem to really enjoy and care for one another. It’s such a morale boost.”

Noah & Kyle’s Mom

“When we recently asked Zoe about her experience so far with Prisma, she said ‘I really like Prisma because they encourage me to speak my mind. I really feel like I can have a voice.’ This compared to other schools where ‘I only get to talk if I’m called on, and that’s hardly ever.’ To hear this is HUGE for us. As parents of two daughters, our goal is to raise two thoughtful and independent women who find confidence in their respective voices.”

Michael S., Zoe’s Dad

“We feel ‘pinch yourself’ lucky that we’ve found a program that so closely aligns with our beliefs around engaging children in meaningful, important, and engaging work as a vehicle for skill-building that will serve them well in the future.”

Paige H., Sev and Sayler’s Mom

“We joined because I was looking for something to supplement what I was doing for homeschooling. Now… wow! Levi loves the kids and community. He is looking for ways to be helpful and involved in the lives of others. He’s being challenged in his assumptions and worldviews. I have *never* signed up for something and gotten this much more than I anticipated.

Lastly, the relationships he has formed with staff are beautiful! We are seeing his growth and love it. I mention Prisma to everyone who will listen!”

Joy J., Levi’s Mom

“I am blown away by how much Jack has grown in such a short time. He is so much happier. Knowing that he is with a group who celebrates him, instead of tearing him down, and is so patient as he learns is such a relief. The public system just wasn’t the right model of learning for Jack. I’m so glad we found Prisma!”

Allison V., Jack’s Mom

"I don’t have any complaints! The methodology, curriculum, and structure are exactly the way I think school should be done. I am so impressed with the opportunities for engagement both for learners and for parents. My only regret is that we didn’t join sooner!"

Rebekah B., Sarah's Mom

“I am very impressed by the high-level thinking you engage the kids in and in how entrepreneurial the school feels. As an international entrepreneur myself, this is what I wanted for my kids. My daughter will thrive because of this education.”

Rania M., Alessia’s Mom

“We started because we just were so tired of watching Hattie come home from school exhausted. She was mildly happy at school. She was also ‘invisible’. The quiet, good kid. We thought ‘there must be something more’. But our ‘why’ now is that we feel as though our kids are receiving an innovative education that will actually prepare them for life. They spend more time being ‘them’ and learning how to thrive in who they are vs adapting to the demands of an overstressed school system.“

Jenna W., Hattie’s Mom

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Your family doesn’t fit in a box, so why should your school?

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For Presley, Jenna, and Chris, Prisma’s flexibility suits their life as performers with unpredictable schedules.

“When I say that Prisma has revolutionized our whole life, that’s an understatement,” says Jenna.

“The most surprising thing has been to see her going from school being frustrating to a place where she can learn the way she wants to learn,” says Chris. “She’s getting the knowledge she needs to be a functional member of society, but also encouraged to expand on what she’s excited about so she doesn’t have to fit into a box.”

“Everyone’s always like, ‘Well, how does she get her socialization?’” says Jenna. “I’m like ‘Prisma gets her up in the morning, she is so excited.’”

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In Presley’s Own Words

“I wasn’t expecting to
have so many friends.
Every day before school
we get up early to get on
a call with each other and
just talk. I got to go to San
Francisco and Arizona this
summer to meet them in
person!”

But don’t just take our word for it –

Hear from Jack and his tribute to his coaches and fellow learners at 8th Grade Graduation.

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