We are an accredited, private K-12 STEM school built on evidence-based learning models
We employ several pedagogical approaches and ideological frameworks to create an authentic, student-centered curriculum:
Small Class Sizes
Small class sizes allow for more individualized learning and opportunities for participation
Experiential (Hands-on) Learning
Experiential learning drives student growth through meaningful experiences
21st Century Skills
21st century skills include those necessary for success in a changing world: critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration
Phenomenon-Based Learning
Disparate subjects are connected to real-world problems inspired by a yearly phenomenon
Project-Based Learning
Skills and concepts are applied to address constraints in the context of memorable projects
Standards-Based Grading
Standards-based grading incentivizes individual improvement and content mastery
Current Events
Current events inspire real-time curriculum modifications to enhance its relevance
We are accredited through Cognia, who provide research-based standards and actionable data to drive continuous improvement
We are a part of the Experiential Science Education Research Collaborative (XSci) at CU Boulder, a leader in STEM education