Dakota Prairie Elementary was established in 2015. As Brookings continues to grow, the need to expand into a new building became necessary. Dakota Prairie was built for six sections of each K-3 and also serves as the home for the district’s early childhood program. We are home to approximately 500 JK-3 learners and around 65 ECE learners. Dakota Prairie prides itself on its ability to provide technology for its students. Each classroom has a Smartboard and the building also has iPads, mobile laptop carts, and a computer lab. Students are immersed in Encore classes including PE, Art, Library, Music, Technology, and ACES. Dakota Prairie provides student-centered learning experiences and focuses on growing learners as leaders.

School Contact Information:
Dakota Prairie Elementary School
111 26th St. S.
Brookings, SD 57006

 Phone: 605-696-4900
Fax: 605-696-4905

The Brookings School District is a PBIS district. With PBIS, we teach expectations to prevent unwanted behaviors. For example, in the hallways, we walk, so we practice walking. If learners are running, we ask them to stop and try it again by walking. Teaching and reteaching behaviors are a very important piece of this multi-tiered approach to emotional, social, and behavior support. The purpose of using this approach is to improve the effectiveness and equity in our schools.