Well, we almost made it! Dr. Mike Davis·December 10, 2020If you would have asked me over the summer if I thought we could have in-person learning from...Head of School
Taking stock of student feedback Dr. Mike Davis·December 3, 2020How did the week feel? For me, it was just too quiet. I missed seeing students and faculty...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolMiddle SchoolUpper School
The power of playing the wrong note Dr. Mike Davis·November 23, 2020In the age of COVID-19, I have found music to be a source of healing and relief. Not...FeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Thanks for your commitment to safety and learning Dr. Mike Davis·November 19, 2020I thought it best to keep this week’s blog short and sweet. As we head into Thanksgiving Break, I...Head of School
CA alumni raise awareness of Veterans Day Dr. Mike Davis·November 10, 2020At Monday’s Upper School Town Hall, Colorado Academy Junior Helen Blake organized a celebration for Veterans Day. Helen...FeaturedHead of School
Living in an anxious age: Take advantage of this 3-day weekend Dr. Mike Davis·November 5, 2020I sadly have to write about this topic too much, but the pressures of the past year are...FeaturedHead of School
CA and Election 2020 Dr. Mike Davis·October 30, 2020I am writing today on a difficult subject—American politics. I think it’s important to prepare our community for...FeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Gratitude for our teachers, community Dr. Mike Davis·October 29, 2020It goes without saying that this year has brought unprecedented challenges. We are all feeling it. Everyone wants...Head of School
Our social dilemma Dr. Mike Davis·October 22, 2020A few years ago, I quit Facebook and Twitter. At first, it was hard. I felt like I lost...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolUpper School
‘One day this will go down on your permanent record’ Dr. Mike Davis·October 15, 2020It’s a classic line from the great Violent Femmes song “Kiss Off?” As a young student. I vividly...AcademicsEditor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
RIP Eddie Van Halen Dr. Mike Davis·October 8, 2020I remember when I was in elementary school in the late 1970s, hearing Eddie Van Halen’s famous guitar...ArtsFeaturedHead of School
The endurance of the human spirit Dr. Mike Davis·September 28, 2020As I was riding my mountain bike under a canopy of bright orange aspen leaves, I was overcome...Alumni NewsletterFeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
CA students and families lean into dialog on race, inclusivity, and identity Dr. Mike Davis·September 24, 2020The issue of race continues to dominate headlines. The recent decision in Louisville has led to more unrest...AcademicsHead of SchoolInclusivity DirectorUpper School
A student’s reflections on RBG Dr. Mike Davis·September 22, 2020Many Americans were saddened by the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg on Friday night. Her...FeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
2020-21 SPEAK Lecture Series kicks off with Madeline Levine Dr. Mike Davis·September 17, 2020Colorado Academy‘s first lecture in the SPEAK series is coming up next Thursday, September 24, with Dr. Madeline...AdmissionHead of School
Reading instead of watching Dr. Mike Davis·September 10, 2020I don’t know about you, but I am about done with movies and television. During the summer of...FeaturedHead of School
The power of the Black Panther Dr. Mike Davis·September 3, 2020I was really saddened by the passing of Chadwick Boseman, the actor who played the central character in...Head of School
Six lessons from this summer Dr. Mike Davis·September 2, 2020When I am out in nature, I find that my brain automatically goes into “reflection mode.” To be...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Taking action on diversity, equity, and inclusion Dr. Mike Davis·August 31, 2020As a historian, I know that watershed moments are often recognized only in hindsight, but not always in...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Renewed commitment to community norms as we welcome back students Dr. Mike Davis·August 27, 2020There’s not a lot of fun about living in the age of COVID-19. But I have to say...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolLower School
Giving up control without letting go of one’s vision Dr. Mike Davis·August 20, 2020As we embark upon this new year, every member of our school community will need to learn to...AcademicsEditor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
