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 Educator Chosen to Fly on NASA Aerial Observatory

We’re over the moon about the latest news for one our CSA facilitators. Our very own science facilitator Lucy Howlett is among one of the prestigious 24 Teachers from 13 States to become NASA Airborne Astronomy Ambassadors (AAA)! We couldn’t…

Upcoming Events

Revised  Academic Calendar for 2021-2022 March 8  – Town Hall Meeting, 6 PM  –  CSA Village March 11  – School Lockdown Drill, 9AM March 14-18 – Spring Break March 21  – All Learner Work Due for Quarter 3 March 23 –…

Lockdown Drill This Week

On Friday, March 11th, we will be practicing a LOCKDOWN drill, also known as an Active Threat drill. An active threat situation occurs when someone poses an immediate threat to the life and safety of learners, staff and visitors inside…

CMAS Assessment Information

During the month of April, Colorado SKIES Academy will be completing the state testing for learners in grades 6-8. The CMAS English Language Arts and Math tests are administered for all three grades. Eighth-grade learners will also complete the CMAS…

Butter Braid Fundraiser

Monday, March 7th – Let’s Raise Some Dough for CSA We’re excited to kick off our Butter Braid pastry fundraiser this Monday! These light and flaky pastries are sold exclusively through fundraisers. They come to us frozen and double in…

Help With Family Pickup

CSA families, we are asking for your assistance with a timely pick-up for our learners. Our dismissal is at 3:30 PM, Monday – Thursday; and 1:00 PM on Fridays. We have after-school clubs and tutoring available. If you are unable…

After-School Clubs

EARN A FREE PUNCH FOR CSA AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS! Colorado SKIES Academy offers engaging low-cost after school clubs. On Monday & Tuesday, your FIRST CLASS IS FREE! If you already attend, bring a friend to try it for free, and…

Friday Afternoon Movie Matinee

Every Friday, CSA will host Movie Matinees from 1:30-4 PM. Learners will enjoy movies, games, and contests. Snacks and refreshments will be provided. 

Simulation Volunteers Needed

Keep an eye out for a digital sign-up sheet coming out next week. We are asking parents who can volunteer 45 minutes to chaperone learners as they venture over to get some flight simulation training over at Exploration of Flight….

Math Tutoring Available

Would you like Math Tutoring? Miss Subba will be available every morning from 7:30 – 8:00 am for free tutoring in her classroom. 

Drone Soccer

Colorado SKIES Academy is interested in organizing a Drone Soccer Team.  The team would meet on Mondays after school at Exploration of Flight from 3:45-5:00 PM. If your learner is interested, please complete this form. 

Invite a Friend to Tour CSA

Recruiting enrollment will be a top priority for CSA as we move into 2022. We encourage everyone to join us as we invite other families to consider Colorado SKIES Academy. Feel free to invite your friends and neighbors to sign-up…

CSA Discount for Wings Over the Rockies Membership

CSA families are being offered 10 percent off any Wings Over the Rockies membership. Memberships cover admission to both Exploration of Flight and the Air & Space Museum in Lowry. This discount can be redeemed by entering discount code CSA2022…

CSA is Looking for Community Partners

In efforts to connect with the aerospace community and build viable relationships, Colorado SKIES Academy is currently seeking interested partners to join in the vision and mission of Colorado SKIES Academy. If you know of any community partners or investors…

Upcoming Events

Revised  Academic Calendar for 2021-2022 Feb 28 – Regular Day of School March 1 – Regular Day of School March 8  – Town Hall Meeting March 10 – Beacon Blue Sky Visit March 11 – Color Run March 14-18 – Spring…

CSA Town Hall Meeting

We Heard You. Let’s Talk About It! Colorado SKIES Academy is having a Town Hall Meeting, hosted by your School Accountability Committee. When is it? March 8th at 6 p.m. Where is it? At your favorite middle school, CSA! 13025…

CMAS Assessment Information

During the month of April, Colorado SKIES Academy will be completing the state testing for learners in grades 6-8. The CMAS English Language Arts and Math tests are administered for all three grades. Eighth-grade learners will also complete the CMAS…

Colorado Early Colleges Inverness Visiting CSA 8th Grade

Colorado Early Colleges (CEC) Inverness is a charter school nearby CSA that has agreed to partner with us and share their knowledge and experience at the school. CEC offers small class sizes, an exploratory learning model, and significant student support,…

Help With Family Pickup

CSA families, we are asking for your assistance with a timely pick-up for our learners. Our dismissal is at 3:30 PM, Monday – Thursday; and 1:00 PM on Fridays. We have after-school clubs and tutoring available. If you are unable…

Simulation Volunteers Needed

Keep an eye out for a digital sign-up sheet coming out next week. We are asking parents who can volunteer 45 minutes to chaperone learners as they venture over to get some flight simulation training over at Exploration of Flight….

Counseling and Mental Health

Internal vs External Control One thing we may all agree on is that our world can feel very uncertain at times. For our learners, their relationships with friends, family, and more broadly, social media, can be both a source of…

After School Support

Colorado SKIES Academy now offers free after-school tutoring and support in Language Arts and Math. If you are interested in scheduling regular support, please contact anne.wodetzki@coloradoskiesacademy.org to signup. Tutoring will be available Tuesday through Thursday from 3:45 – 4:45 pm….