Commencement 2021 brings the CA community together Vicki Hildner·June 4, 2021 After a year the likes of which no other Senior class has experienced, the Colorado Academy...Editor's PicksFeaturedOn CAmpus NewsletterStudents & AlumniUpper SchoolVideos
Memorial Day: Let’s honor our country’s fallen soldiers Dr. Mike Davis·May 30, 2021Memorial Day is a sacred holiday for American servicemen and women across the globe. On this day, we...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
A salute to the Colorado Academy Class of 2021 Dr. Mike Davis·May 27, 2021Excitement is building for next week. Colorado Academy holds in-person Fifth and Eighth Grade Continuations and Commencement for...All-School NewsEditor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolUpper School
More than just the Giant Relay Race Dr. Mike Davis·May 20, 2021Today is Giant Relay Day—one of my favorite long-standing traditions at Colorado Academy! We couldn’t celebrate it last...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
A book that has me thinking Dr. Mike Davis·May 13, 2021A kind CA grandparent recently gave me a copy of Adam Grant’s Think Again. I have always been...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolLibraries Director
The power of a simple yard sign Dr. Mike Davis·May 6, 2021This week was National Teacher Appreciation Week. At Colorado Academy, the Parent Association led efforts to thank our...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolParent Association
Dr. Mike Davis: Mustang grit Dr. Mike Davis·May 2, 2021The last 10 days have made me extremely proud of our CA community. The Colorado Academy we know...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Day of Silence leaves lasting message Dr. Mike Davis·April 29, 2021April saw many schools and organizations recognize the national student-led Day of Silence. Across the United States, many...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolMiddle SchoolUpper School
Lovefest: A chance to connect as a CA community Dr. Mike Davis·April 15, 2021One thing the pandemic has brought into clear focus for me is the importance of keeping personal connections....Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
A history of hate, but hope for the future Dr. Mike Davis·April 8, 2021In my American History course, CA Sophomores are studying World War II. We have examined the idealistic aims...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Social media and the pandemic: another parenting challenge Dr. Mike Davis·April 1, 2021As people familiar with my blog know, I am not a big fan of social media. Recent events...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolMiddle SchoolUpper School
The state of our school 2021 Dr. Mike Davis·March 18, 2021It’s the time of year to share the annual “State of the School” address. Thanks to everyone who...Editor's PicksFaculty/StaffHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
One woman’s story to not miss as we celebrate Women’s History Month Dr. Mike Davis·March 11, 2021In celebration of Women’s History Month, I thought I would share a relatively unknown story of someone I...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Harassment, ugliness rampant in online gaming Dr. Mike Davis·February 25, 2021We all have had to spend a lot more time online during the pandemic. We Zoom, check emails,...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Get back to where you once belonged—or not? Dr. Mike Davis·February 18, 2021Before I get to my topic of today—what education might look like in the future—I just want to...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
The kindness of strangers Dr. Mike Davis·February 11, 2021My family is celebrating my birthday this weekend. My mom and dad, who live in Tucson, reminded me...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Leaving a legacy of care Dr. Mike Davis·February 4, 2021The world lost a couple of giants this week. They were not giants because they were regularly in...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolHorizons
Activities, laughter, learning return to campus Dr. Mike Davis·January 28, 2021The energy on campus was amazing this week! This past Monday, our Grade 9 and Grade 8 students...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Remembering baseball legend Hank Aaron Dr. Mike Davis·January 25, 2021I was five years old when Hank Aaron broke Babe Ruth’s home run record. Even though I was...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
MLK: The Other America Dr. Mike Davis·January 14, 2021Many Colorado Academy students know of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I have a Dream” speech....Editor's PicksHead of SchoolNews
A powerful day for teaching at CA Dr. Mike Davis·January 7, 2021I wake up every day and am psyched to come to work. I am grateful to be at...AcademicsEditor's PicksFeaturedHead of School