Choosing wisely how to spend our parenting capital Bill Wolf-Tinsman·November 29, 2021When I used to be a varsity soccer coach—a long time ago—I knew that I only had one...Middle SchoolMiddle School PrincipalOn CAmpus Newsletter
Eighth Graders find challenge, connection on backpacking trip Rebecca Risch·November 1, 2021Camping is back at CA! After a lengthy absence from off-campus experiential learning due to COVID-19, Colorado Academy...Experiential EducationMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Cider making creates bonds, teaches teamwork Rebecca Risch·September 22, 2021Colorado Academy’s apple trees are having a banner year—the sight, smell, and taste of apples are everywhere on...FeaturedMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
First day brings fun with old and new friends Vicki Hildner·August 31, 2021Lower School The first day of school at Colorado Academy Lower School ran like clockwork, with parents waiting...Lower SchoolMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
A memorable Middle School Continuation Vicki Hildner·June 2, 2021Colorado Academy’s Eighth Graders, the Class of 2025, will remember their Middle School Continuation ceremony for many reasons, not...Middle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Everybody won at the Field Day and Middle School Relays Vicki Hildner·May 27, 2021 From the Kangaroo Race to the Lax Throw, from the Frisbee Toss to the Hurdles, from Kick...Lower SchoolMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus NewsletterStudents & AlumniVideos
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
Learning and practicing philanthropy in Middle School Vicki Hildner·April 28, 2021When the annual Philanthropy Essay assignment came due, Ryan Baumbusch wasn’t optimistic about how he would fare in...Middle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
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
Middle and Upper School Grandparents keep their date with Grandparents Day Vicki Hildner·March 27, 2021Colorado Academy Middle and Upper School Grandparents proved themselves to be experienced Zoom veterans, as they joined their...Middle SchoolOn CAmpus NewsletterUpper School
Living the Mission: Courageous Vicki Hildner·March 17, 2021Editor’s Note: This is one of a series of articles about ways that Colorado Academy is living its...All-School NewsFeaturedMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus NewsletterUpper School
CA Seventh Graders debate defunding the police Rebecca Risch·March 1, 2021For their annual debate unit, Colorado Academy Seventh Graders did not shy away from tackling one of the...AcademicsMiddle School
Interested in moving? Consider Mångata Subexo! Communications·February 24, 2021What would a city on the Moon look like? Just ask Colorado Academy’s innovative and analytical Middle School...Middle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
‘Middle School Meetup’ keeps students connected Vicki Hildner·January 28, 2021COVID-19 has disrupted daily life, long-term plans, and social interactions around the world, so it didn’t come as...Middle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Why we chose CA: The Seitz-Yañez family Vicki Hildner·December 28, 2020Joe Seitz describes his daughters as “two diamonds.” So it’s fitting that when he started looking for the...Middle SchoolUpper 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
Middle School Birding Club generates interest in birds on campus and beyond Rebecca Risch·November 20, 2020Slow down, observe, listen. At Colorado Academy, there are soaring, chirping, and fluttering rewards in taking that moment....Editor's PicksExperiential EducationFeaturedMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
Living the Mission: Leaders Vicki Hildner·November 13, 2020Editor’s Note: This is one of a series of articles about ways that Colorado Academy is living its...All-School NewsFeaturedLower SchoolMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus NewsletterUpper School
Living the Mission: Kindness Vicki Hildner·October 30, 2020Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of articles about ways that CA is living its...All-School NewsLower SchoolMiddle SchoolUpper School
How this STEAM class created a video game celebrity Vicki Hildner·October 16, 2020Eighth Grader Alyssa Song had what she thought were realistic expectations for the video game she created and...AcademicsMiddle SchoolOn CAmpus Newsletter
COVID-19 and the long road to greater independence Bill Wolf-Tinsman·September 28, 2020School is launched at Colorado Academy, and students are getting to know the teachers and our expectations for...Middle SchoolMiddle School PrincipalOn CAmpus Newsletter