Pikes Peak School Expeditionary Learning

Pikes Peak School of Expeditionary Learning (PPSEL) is a K-8 public charter school located in Falcon, Colorado, that operates on the pedagogical model of EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning). The school distinguishes itself from traditional learning environments by focusing on "expeditions"—long-term, cross-disciplinary studies that task students with tackling real-world problems and creating high-quality, professional products. This approach emphasizes active, hands-on learning, character development, and rigorous academic inquiry, encouraging students to become stewards of their own education through project-based mastery.

The school community places a heavy emphasis on its core values, which focus on fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and perseverance. Because it is an EL-affiliated school, PPSEL integrates physical fitness and outdoor exploration into its curriculum to reflect the "expeditionary" philosophy, aiming to build resilience and teamwork among students. By prioritizing community-based service learning and scholarly reflection, Pikes Peak School of Expeditionary Learning seeks to prepare students not only for high school transition but for long-term engagement as active, responsible members of their local and global communities.