Discover Learning.
Design the Future.
Together.
Build your child's skills, confidence, and community at Trailblazer School of Discovery and Design™ - where STEAM learning meets collaboration in a dynamic, student-focused environment for ages 3-15.
Capable, Confident Kids
"The student-led, project-based STEAM learning has been amazing in developing my kids' problem-solving skills, and has helped them be passionate about what they are learning. The social-emotional work is amazing and has set the stage for the biggest improvement in them. They are both more capable and confident not only as students, but as friends and community members."
-Taylor A., mom of two Trailblazer students
Low-Tech, Tech School
Immersive design thinking blends with responsible screen time to nurture grounded, dynamic, and connected learners, ready for a tech-driven future.
Explore our unique combination of creativity and academic excellence, designed to foster innovative thinking through unit studies, student-led learning, and STEAM education.
Microschool, Pre-K thru 9th Grade
Personalized Approach, Hands-on Learning, Connected Community.
Unit-Study Style Curriculum
Our integrated curriculum allows students to connect history, art, geography, music, science, and design together in every six-week unit study. This connected environment fosters a child's natural curiosity, taking learning beyond the classroom. Our school year is July - May and includes 36 weeks of study.
Student-Led Learning
Students are given a choice and a voice daily in their learning through educational play, self-directed projects, and classroom management. We partner with parents and students to cultivate each student's potential through mastery-based assessments and open communication.
The Trailblazer Design Process™
At Trailblazer, students are immersed in design thinking in every step of their education, fostering resilience and crucial problem-solving skills to help discover who they are and design their future.
Pricing
FAQs
Answers to Your Key Questions About Trailblazer.
What age groups does Trailblazer support?
We currently offer programs for students from preschool (age 3) through 9th grade, tailored to each developmental and learning level. Our high school program allows a personalized path toward graduation for individual homeschool students.
How do you support students with different learning abilities?
We work closely with families to identify and support various emotional, social, and academic needs. Our small class sizes and student-led style provide a flexible structure for necessary accommodations.
What distinguishes your approach from traditional education?
Our curriculum is designed to connect various subjects of study to students' interests and learning styles, sparking greater desire and engagement than traditional methods. Our mastery-based approach instills confidence and capability by highlighting students as individuals and focusing on their growth rather than on grade-level standards.
Are there scholarships or financial aid available?
Our goal is to make this educational model financially accessible to our community. While we do not yet have specific financial aid available, we are willing to work with families to find necessary support. Simply talk with our Director!
Can students participate in extracurricular activities?
Homeschool students are allowed to try out and participate in sports and extracurricular activities, provided through their public school district per Missouri Senate Bill 63, the "Homeschoolers Sports Act." Trailblazer does not yet have this programming, however, families are welcome to organize opportunities for Trailblazer students.
How does the school integrate technology in learning?
We are mindful of the amount of screen time students receive during the school day and work to make as much learning off-screen and hands-on as possible. Students are introduced to the basics of coding and robotics in early elementary, and progress toward more regular device usage in middle school and high school.