Mission Statement

Life Mission School provides a ​transformative, educational, forest ​experience that instills a creator ​mindset, encouraging students to ​exercise their divine nature of being ​a creator. Our program improves ​mental, physical, and emotional ​health, and strengthens family ​bonds, preparing students to ​navigate the complexities of the ​modern world.

Value Statement

We believe that strong connections ​between individuals and their loved ​ones lay the foundation for success. ​That's why we are dedicated to ​fostering these bonds through a school ​that promotes connection to family and ​others.


We value connections, joy, student ​owned education, empowerment ​through a creator mindset, nature, ​healthy engagement with risk, and we ​trust in God.

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Our Vision

Our vision is a school where ​students are in the forest every ​day of school, which will boost ​their emotional, social and ​physical health while still meeting ​high standards for academics ​and strengthening family bonds.

Project Plans

To achieve this, we will offer a ​range of innovative solutions ​including, localized forest schools a​nd summer camps.


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Everyone’s included

With the expansive forest as our ​classroom and a flexible ​curriculum, entire families can ​join us at their convenience, ​creating a unique learning ​experience.


Enrollment options include, full ​time and part time.

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Flexible Schedules

Our flexible curriculum ​accommodates students to align ​with family schedules, enabling them ​to prioritize family commitments ​without compromising their ​education.

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Parent - Teacher Connection

To pass the baton of authority, our ​teachers meet with parents and ​students a few weeks before ​school begins.


Also, teachers are at the drop off ​location and pick up location, which ​facilitates much more ​communication between school ​and family.

Our School's Story

In 2013 Miriam Peterson created a private school called Mission Discovery School in Monticello, UT for K-12.

  • 6 graduated High School from this program with high honors
  • a student attended kindergarten with us and then tested into 2nd grade
  • hundreds of students enjoyed their time at our school

In 2019 this program was closed down.

In 2024 a new program was begun, a FOREST SCHOOL.

Now we are embarking on a mission to revolutionize the way we educate students.


Fueled 🔥 by a deep passion for student empowerment 🚀 and a burning desire to make a difference ✨, we set out to create a school that would not only equip students with practical real-world skills 🎓🌍 and prepare them to be active creators in the community 👥🏙️, but also tackle the issue of 🎯🏫 poor school attendance head-on .

The school founder, Miriam Peterson, said, "I can see a vision of the ultimate solution for education. The thought of providing a transformative educational experience that instills a creator mindset within young minds fills me with boundless joy. I envision a place where students could unleash their true potential, cultivate a love for learning, and become amazing contributors to our future."


Driven by this vision, I have poured my heart 💖 and soul into crafting an educational method that inspires 🌈 and empowers 🌟. I believe that true education goes beyond textbooks and exams, extending into


  • the realms of creativity 🎨
  • critical thinking 🤔
  • and problem-solving 🧩.

By embracing a creator mindset, students become architects of their own futures, equipped with the tools to navigate the complexities of the real world. 🌎

Miriam Peterson has a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. She holds a current Utah teaching license. She has coached world winning high school robotics teams, taught private school for 8 years, tutored, homeschooled 3 children, operated a preschool, taught violin and orchestrated many educational activities.

What does the school offer?

The school offers a variety of programs and resources to support students' academic and personal growth.


  • experienced faculty
  • access to the wilderness


Additionally, the school provides opportunities for community service and leadership development, as well as career preparation through internship placement programs.

Our school provides connection, happiness, and superior education for real world skills.

How can I help?

We are a 501(c)3 non-profit charitable school. Donations offered are claimable on taxes.

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We are looking for those with experience in these things:

  • Outdoor Education
  • Scouting
  • Native American Education
  • Business Management
  • Finance Management
  • Donor Funding
  • Curriculum Development
  • Special Education
  • Legal skills
  • Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Social Worker
  • Mental Health

Get in touch

with Life Mission School


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Contact Hours

Tuesday: 9am – 7pm

Wednesday: 9am – 5pm

Thursday: 9am – 5pm

Friday: 9am – 5pm

HC 63 Box 57

Monticello, UT


Text or Call:

Miriam: (435) 459-9796


lmissionschool@gmail.com

Life Mission School will admit students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.


We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin in hiring, administration of our educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and other school-administered programs. We expect our students and parents to follow our lead in our nondiscrimination policy.


© 2024 Life Mission School

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