Author: Colorado SKIES Academy
Colorado SKIES Academy is a free public charter school authorized by the Cherry Creek School District, open to students throughout the Arapahoe County and Douglas County areas.
This STEAM middle school serving grades 6-8 is located at Centennial Airport next to Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight.
CSA Wingman For A Day
December 01, 2023
Host a WINGMAN FOR A DAY and earn your wings! When? Every Wednesday in December and January from 8 to 11 am! As a proud CSA learner, we are recruiting you to invite your friends, neighbors, and relatives to climb…
Mission Discovery Summer School!
December 01, 2023
Exciting summer opportunity for learners: Turn Ambition into Reality at Mission Discovery Summer School! At Mission Discovery, we provide a unique opportunity for you to connect with fellow visionaries, gain insights from NASA astronauts, and collaborate on a project that…
Weekly Schedule: Simulator Use at Exploration of Flight
December 01, 2023
The simulator visits to Exploration of Flight (EoF) continue to go very well. This experience gives learners the thrill of flight in pilot-quality simulators! Learners will be using the simulators for 1.5 hours on Mondays, 8:30-10 am, and Fridays, 9:30-11:00…
CSA Wishlists & Ways to Donate
December 01, 2023
We’ve had some parents and community members inquire about wish lists and ways to donate. Currently, we have 3 main ways to donate: 1. DonorsChoose – an online platform where teachers can post requests for classroom resources. Current projects hoping…
Thought of the Week
December 01, 2023
“The most important thing we can do is inspire young minds and to advance the kind of science, math, and technology education that will help youngsters take us to the next phase of space travel.” -John Glenn
Message from Directors Coryell and Motley
November 26, 2023
Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Families, We hope that everyone had a joyous and restful Fall Break and Thanksgiving holiday. We are excited to see our learners back at CSA, hear about their adventures, and continue facilitating their educational journey this…
Upcoming Events
November 26, 2023
Note: Please click the links below to learn more about each event. Weekly In-Person Tours and Information Sessions: School Tours for Prospective Families, 10-11 am Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm Thursdays in October Wednesdays through January: Wingman for a Day at CSA, 8-11…
Athletic Development Training
November 26, 2023
Message from Coach Cronin: Starting in January, CSA would like to start Speed, Multidirectional Agility, Quickness, and Strength Training on Tuesdays with the assistance of Elite Speed Sports Performance, the same organization that has been co-coaching the Athletic Development program…
CSA Wingman For A Day
November 26, 2023
Host a WINGMAN FOR A DAY and earn your wings! When? Every Wednesday in December and January from 8 to 11 am! As a proud CSA learner, we are recruiting you to invite your friends, neighbors, and relatives to climb…
Mission Discovery Summer School!
November 26, 2023
Exciting summer opportunity for learners: Turn Ambition into Reality at Mission Discovery Summer School! At Mission Discovery, we provide a unique opportunity for you to connect with fellow visionaries, gain insights from NASA astronauts, and collaborate on a project that…
Weekly Schedule: Simulator Use at Exploration of Flight
November 26, 2023
The first simulator visits to Exploration of Flight (EoF) went very well, and we’re excited to continue to offer this unique experience to learners with our parents’ assistance. This experience gives learners the thrill of flight in pilot-quality simulators! Learners…
CSA Wishlists & Ways to Donate
November 26, 2023
We’ve had some parents and community members inquire about wish lists and ways to donate. Currently, we have 3 main ways to donate: 1. DonorsChoose – an online platform where teachers can post requests for classroom resources. Current projects hoping…
After-School Clubs Recap
November 26, 2023
Monday– Cooking Club with Ms. Uta still has spots remaining. Please see her Q2 update here. Tuesday – Minecraft Club with Mrs. Pierce. Wednesday– Learn how to play the Scottish Tenor Drum and flourish with Ms. Gispan. Equipment needed includes:…
Callings all CSA dads!
November 26, 2023
CSA DADS: we need your help to support our WATCH D.O.G.S. program at CSA! The Dads of Great Students WATCH D.O.G.S.® program is one of the nation’s largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement organizations designed and developed…
Nurse Emma’s Corner
November 26, 2023
Dear Parents/Guardians, Keeping learners healthy, both in and out of school, is important to their education. The flu season rapidly approaching and I would like to remind families about the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s suggested ways to prevent the…
Thought of the Week
November 26, 2023
“May your future be limited only by your dreams!” -Christa McAuliffe
Message from Directors Coryell and Motley
November 13, 2023
Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Families, A group of 7th and 8th-grade learners recently went on an exciting trip to the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada. Learners were selected for this opportunity based on their outstanding project presentation skills, academic prowess,…
Upcoming Events
November 13, 2023
Note: Please click the links below to learn more about each event. Weekly In-Person Tours and Information Sessions: School Tours for Prospective Families, 10-11 am Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm Thursdays in October Wednesdays in November: Wingman for a Day at CSA, 8-11…
Q1 CSA Learners of Merit Awards!
November 13, 2023
We held our first CSA Learners of Merit Awards Ceremony on Friday, October 27, 2023. Five categories are awarded each quarter, with nominations being made by CSA facilitators, and include Silent Scholar, Leader, Academian, Helping Hands, and Tolerance Ambassador. The…
CSA Field Trip to Denver Museum of Nature & Science
November 13, 2023
Good Afternoon CSA families, We have arranged for all of our learners to go to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science on Wednesday, November 15th. Permission slips have already been given to learners. Please return the signed permission slip…
CSA Fundraising Opportunity: Mabel’s Labels
November 13, 2023
Our school is fundraising with Mabel’s Labels!! If you’re not familiar with Mabel’s Labels, they are personalized, durable, waterproof labels. You can customize them with your name and a design. They are great for everything from shoes, clothing tags, water bottles,…
After-School Clubs Recap
November 13, 2023
Monday– Cooking Club with Ms. Uta still has spots remaining. Please see her Q2 update here. Tuesday – Minecraft Club with Mrs. Pierce. Wednesday– Learn how to play the Scottish Tenor Drum and flourish with Ms. Gispan. Equipment needed includes:…