Homecoming 2021: Fun traditions, honoring a CA legend Dr. Mike Davis·September 16, 2021I am very excited for Homecoming weekend. When I first interviewed at Colorado Academy 15 years ago, my...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of SchoolUpper School
Remembering 9/11 Dr. Mike Davis·September 9, 2021We are coming up on the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 9/11. I vividly recall that...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
20 years of war in Afghanistan Dr. Mike Davis·September 2, 2021Given I have taught a course on the War on Terror at Colorado Academy since 2002, a number...Editor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Our continued push toward excellence Dr. Mike Davis·August 31, 2021It’s been so wonderful to have our students back! Our first week of school at Colorado Academy saw...AlumniAlumni NewsletterHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
It’s great to be back Dr. Mike Davis·August 26, 2021Colorado Academy roared back to life this week! We kicked off a week of events with student orientations...All-School NewsEditor's PicksFeaturedHead of School
Can’t stop the train Dr. Mike Davis·August 19, 2021I love the Chuck Berry song, “Let It Rock.” It’s classic rock ‘n’ roll. The lyrics tell a...Editor's PicksFaculty/StaffFeaturedHead of School
‘When opportunity meets preparation’ Dr. Mike Davis·June 3, 2021Editor’s note: This is Head of School Dr. Mike Davis’ 2021 Commencement speech, delivered on June 3, 2021,...Head of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
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
Earth Day: Study the data and dig into the issues Dr. Mike Davis·April 22, 2021April brings Earth Day—a day that is designated to raise awareness about environmental issues in the world. The...All-School NewsHead of 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 letter from Dr. Davis to CA alumni Dr. Mike Davis·April 8, 2021Dear CA Alumni Community, We are almost through an historic school year, and I didn’t want it to...AlumniAlumni NewsletterHead 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 pandemic: one year later Dr. Mike Davis·March 30, 2021I vividly recall one of the last weekends before the pandemic drastically impacted life as we knew it...FeaturedHead of SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Dr. Mike Davis reflects on events in Boulder Dr. Mike Davis·March 23, 2021Spring Break should not have to be interrupted with the note I’m about to share. Still, the new...All-School NewsHead of School
