Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Vision
We are a place where children thrive and where the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of each child are met. We nurture confident, curious, courteous children, preparing them for the next adventure in their lives.
Our Mission
To provide remarkable care for the children entrusted to us.
Our Values
We value each C.H.I.L.D.
C. Celebrate—we applaud milestones in child and staff development.
We all need to learn and grow.
H. Help—we work together with parents to teach, nurture, and train,
knowing that many hands lighten the load.
I. Individuality—we respond to each child’s individual needs with
creative, stimulating learning and play.
L. Love—we care for children as if they were our own
in a safe and secure environment.
D. Develop—we look for new ways to approach old problems,
striving for the best method in every situation.
Board of Directors
Cassie Heide – President
Callen Weispfennig – Vice President
Chuck Lucken – Treasurer
Ellen Bolduc – Secretary
Todd Selk – Member
Contact Information
Phone: (218) 435-1130
Address: 124 N Johnson Ave, Fosston, MN 56542
Email: director@prairiepineschildcare.org
For the past four years, Prairie Pines Daycare Center has been more than just a place we send our kids—it’s been an extension of our family. With three children (ages 7, 6, and 4), we’ve experienced everything from the toddler room to the preschool classroom to before- and after-school care, and I can say with complete confidence that this center is truly exceptional.
As a working parent, being away from your children for most of their waking hours is one of the hardest parts of the day. But Prairie Pines has given me something priceless: peace of mind. I don’t spend my day worrying, because I know my kids are not only safe—they are loved, encouraged, and genuinely cared for.
The staff go far beyond what you’d expect. They don’t just supervise—they connect. They invest in each child’s growth, celebrate their milestones, and support them through challenges. My children light up when they talk about their day, and it’s clear the bonds they’ve built with the staff are deep and meaningful.
These aren’t just caregivers or teachers—they are role models, mentors, and trusted friends who have helped shape who my children are becoming.
Prairie Pines isn’t just a childcare center—it’s a place where children are loved like family, where they are supported in becoming who they’re meant to be, and where parents can feel confident their children are exactly where they belong.
We are so incredibly grateful for everything they’ve given our family.
-Cheryl White
We’ve been extremely happy with PPCC, both our children love going to the center each and every day. They come home ranting about the activities performed, demonstrated learnings, and the fun had with their friends and teachers. We are well informed throughout the day with provided updates on how our kids are doing, photos of them, alerts on things such as changings, naps, and what/when they ate.
The providers at the center are people in our community that our kids go out of their way to greet when they’re not working. They’re folks we know and trust with our kids. PPCC provides an exceptional learning environment with personal care for our kids that would cost 1.5-2X what we’ve paid at other centers.
-Wil Goetsch
Get In Touch
If you would like to learn more about Prairie Pines Childcare Center, please call or email.
Phone: (218) 435-1130
Address: 124 N Johnson Ave, Fosston, MN 56542
Email: director@prairiepineschildcare.org