Our School Profile offers a summary view of all the various programs and activities available at our school. Find out more about our robust offerings in academics, activities, student supports, and more.
Leadership
Steve
Gard
Principal/Administrator
steven.gard@asd20.org
(719) 234 - 6210
By the Numbers
Offered at This School
Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded
1996
Enrollment
160
Unique Offerings
Class sizes capped at 15 students.
Each student has a mentor teacher they meet with daily.
Teachers meet weekly to trouble shoot for student needs and have extra professional learning days to plan for innovative programming.
We work with neighborhood sports schedules.
Academics
College & Career Advising
College & Career Advising gives students the opportunity to explore and learn through practical application of academic and technical skills and knowledge preparing them to compete in a global economy.
Concurrent / Dual Enrollment
We partner with local colleges and universities to provide opportunities for our students to earn college credits while still in high school. Hgh school students can take a variety of courses and programs in preparation for their college/university studies.
Counseling
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence teaches young people skills such as active listening, self-awareness and empathy to help them succeed both academically and socially.
Seal of Biliteracy
We recognize and honor the skills our students attain through bilingualism. The ability to read, write, and speak in multiple languages provides a marketable advantage with colleges, universities, and competitive job markets. Students who meet requirements for proficiency will be awarded the Seal of Biliteracy on their official student transcript.
Talented and Gifted (TAG)
The Talented and Gifted (TAG) Program develops and nurtures students with exceptional abilities and talents in academics, creative thinking, leadership, or visual and performing arts.
Arts
2D/3D Art
Drawing, painting, printmaking, and clay will allow students to explore both 2-D and 3- D art. Our curriculum may coordinate with themes used in math, science, language arts, and social studies to enable students to have a well-rounded art education experience.
Career & Technical Education
College & Career Advising
College & Career Advising gives students the opportunity to explore and learn through practical application of academic and technical skills and knowledge preparing them to compete in a global economy.
Supports
Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
Multi-Tiered System of Supports provides academic and social/emotional/behavior support for students based on their needs.
Sources of Strength
Sources of Strength is a youth program designed to harness the power of peer social networks to change unhealthy norms and culture, ultimately preventing suicide, bullying and substance abuse.