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.
Upcoming Events
September 25, 2022
Revised Academic Calendar for 2022-2023 Prospective families, schedule a tour! See what our families are saying about Colorado SKIES Academy!
CSA Facilitator Joins NASA Flight
September 25, 2022
This month, CSA facilitator Lucy Howlett travelled to Palmdale, CA as a NASA Airborne Astronomy Ambassador (AAA), joining other U.S. teachers aboard the SOFIA airborne laboratory. Ms. Howlett said the science instruments and the telescope onboard SOFIA did everything they…
Free and Reduced Information
September 25, 2022
We are excited to help our FRL families by not only feeding your learners, but forgive their Student Fees. In order to have these fees removed, CSA needs a copy of your Free and Reduced Determination Letter from CCSD. If…
Accessing the Google Suite and Schoology/PowerSchool from Home
September 25, 2022
We’ve had lots of questions from families about how to log into the Google Suite apps and Schoology on personal machines at home. It’s important to note that there are three systems to pay attention to: Google Suite for Education…
The Case for Mars – An Evening with Dr. Robert Zubrin
September 25, 2022
This unique opportunity is being hosted by the University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus on Thursday, October 6 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. This open-to-the-public, adult-oriented lecture with Dr. Robert Zubrin, author of “The Case for Mars”, “The Case for…
Upcoming Events
September 17, 2022
Revised Academic Calendar for 2022-2023 Monday, Sept. 19 – Picture Retake Day Tuesday, Sept. 20 – CSA Parent Town Hall Meeting Prospective families, schedule a tour! See what our families are saying about Colorado SKIES Academy!
Picture Retakes – Monday Sept. 19
September 17, 2022
Time to smile! If your learner was absent on Picture Day in August — or if they’d really like to get a new school photo taken — make sure they come dressed to impress on Monday! Anyone who wants to…
Free and Reduced Information
September 17, 2022
We are excited to help our FRL families by not only feeding your learners, but forgive their Student Fees. In order to have these fees removed, CSA needs a copy of your Free and Reduced Determination Letter from CCSD. If…
Accessing the Google Suite and Schoology/PowerSchool from Home
September 17, 2022
We’ve had lots of questions from families about how to log into the Google Suite apps and Schoology on personal machines at home. It’s important to note that there are three systems to pay attention to: Google Suite for Education…
The Case for Mars – An Evening with Dr. Robert Zubrin
September 17, 2022
This unique opportunity is being hosted by the University of Colorado Colorado Springs campus on Thursday, October 6 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm. This open-to-the-public, adult-oriented lecture with Dr. Robert Zubrin, author of “The Case for Mars”, “The Case for…
Upcoming Events
September 11, 2022
Revised Academic Calendar for 2022-2023 Sept. 12 – No school Sept. 16 – Kona Ice Fridays begin Sept. 17-22 – B-17 Showcase Prospective families, schedule a tour! See what our families are saying about Colorado SKIES Academy!
B-17 at Wings Over the Rockies
September 11, 2022
Coming up September 17-22, the Wings Over the Rockies Exploration of Flight and the Commemorative Air Force will host the B-17 Showcase! This historic aircraft was the first Flying Fortress restored solely for educational purposes and to WWII configuration with…
Intro to Schoology
September 11, 2022
Are you and your learner struggling to navigate Schoology? Great news — we have a video for that! Watch Intro to Schoology, a 27-minute long video designed to help you and your learner use Schoology with confidence. This video includes…
Kona Ice Fridays
September 11, 2022
This Friday, September 16 (and every other week after that while it’s warm outside), Kona Ice will be at CSA at 1:15 PM for dismissal. Come by and purchase a delicious, icy treat for yourself or someone you love and…
After-School Clubs
September 11, 2022
We are happy to see so many of our learners participating in our After School Clubs this quarter, as it means that we can more deeply engage our learners and provide families with some flexibility in their evening schedules. To…
Upcoming Events
August 29, 2022
Revised Academic Calendar for 2022-2023 Sept. 2 – Wingman for a Day Sept. 4 – Labor Day (no school) Prospective families, schedule a tour! See what our families are saying about Colorado SKIES Academy!
Artemis Rocket Launch Watch Party
August 29, 2022
NOTE: The Artemis launch scheduled for Aug. 29th was postponed. alternative launch dates are Friday, September 2, or Monday, September 5th (Labor Day). Please check the NASA website for further updates. The NASA MEGA rocket named Artemis I is heading…
Wingman for a Day
August 29, 2022
We love our school — and want to share it with others! On Friday, September 2nd, from 8-11 a.m., we will be opening up our school to guest learners who would like to shadow a current SKIES learner for a…
Plane Spotting Club
August 29, 2022
We are happy to announce that we have an additional option for Monday afternoon After School Club attendees! Our Plane Spotting Club begins today. This club will be held for one hour from 3:45-4:45 pm on Mondays. If your learner…
Thursday Rec Room Club Updates
August 29, 2022
Our Rec Room Club, offered on Thursdays after school, requires that participants bring their own devices to use. The following devices are compatible with the app we will use: iPhone Android Phone Xbox One or Xbox X/S PS4 or PS5…
Upcoming Events
August 21, 2022
Revised Academic Calendar for 2022-2023 Prospective families, schedule a tour! See what our families are saying about Colorado SKIES Academy!
School Lunch
August 21, 2022
We have had several issues with our lunch program, but both the district and CSA are working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible. Below are a few answers to “Frequently Asked Questions;” please take a few moments to…