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.
Looking for CSA Learner and Family Spotlight Segments

Got five minutes? We want to spotlight learners and their families in our weekly email, on our website, and social media. We want to hear from learners and their families via video (landscape or horizontal), audio and/or text, and then…

Upcoming Events

Click here for the academic calendar Family Events at CSA, featuring a tour, document collection, and a chat with Bri Jones, CSA Enrollment Specialist. July 12th and 26th (time/location TBA)

Message from Zach Vine, Director of Staff and Learner Programs

Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Parents and Supporters, Did you know that there are less than 50 days before the start of the school year on August 19th? We’re busy planning for the start of the school year and already have…

Volunteer Corner

When we set up a booth at events, this is to share our love and passion about the school. It is very easy, and we try to set up short shifts so you do not need to commit to an…

Update from the PAC (Parent Action Committee)

Our Team is filling up and is more than ready to jump into ACTION! We would love to welcome the following parents to their positions: Board Members working with Outreach Committee: Christa Coryell and Tammi Hoerner Co-chairs: Kay Vialpando and…

Carpooling Information

Colorado SKIES Academy has teamed up with Way to Go to offer Schoolpool, a safe carpool matching service. Schoolpool connects neighboring families who may be a good fit for driving, walking, or biking to school together. Learn more HERE. Ready…

No Scanner? No Problem! Registration is Easy

You can just snap a photo of each of your documents if you do not have an inexpensive scanner app or access to a scanner to create PDFs. Then each item can be easily uploaded into the SchoolMint account for…

CSA Learner and Family Spotlight Segments Wanted

Got five minutes? We want to spotlight learners and their families in our weekly email, on our website, and social media. We want to hear from learners and their families via video (landscape or horizontal), audio and/or text, and then…

Upcoming Events

Click here for the academic calendar Family Events at CSA, featuring a tour, document collection, and a chat with Bri Jones, CSA Enrollment Specialist. Friday, June 28th: 4-5 p.m. at Starbucks, 11703 E. Arapahoe Rd. July 12th and 26th (time/location…

Message from Zach Vine, Director of Staff and Learner Programs

Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Parents and Supporters, As we approach the start of the school year on August 19th, We’re sure that you will have questions about topics such as school supplies, drop-off and pickup, before and after school programs,…

Are You Looking for Ways to Spread the Word About CSA?

We have a few booth opportunities coming up. Contact me today if you are available to help. You can also use our volunteer sign up system, linked here: We are using SignUp.com to organize our upcoming SignUps. Here’s how it…

Update from the PAC (Parent Action Committee)

We have a few spots left on the PAC team and want to get them filled ASAP so we can continue to build our amazing team! We will meet every other Friday during summer break. We are going to do…

Carpooling Information

Colorado SKIES Academy has teamed up with Way to Go to offer Schoolpool, a safe carpool matching service. Schoolpool connects neighboring families who may be a good fit for driving, walking, or biking to school together. Learn more HERE. Ready…

Wanted: After-School Programming & Club Ideas

Colorado SKIES Academy will run: Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Got ideas to share? In order to best meet your needs and effectively plan our after-school schedule and offerings, your response to this…

No Scanner? No Problem! Registration is Easy

You can just snap a photo of each of your documents if you do not have an inexpensive scanner app or access to a scanner to create PDFs. Then each item can be easily uploaded into the SchoolMint account for…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Project-Based Learning (PBL)? Project-Based Learning (PBL) allows children to learn curriculum through fun, meaningful, hands-on, and collaborative experiences. Projects inspire the children to learn and apply the content standards in a real-world, relevant way. Through research, self-discovery, and…

CSA Learner and Family Spotlight Segments Wanted

Got five minutes? We want to spotlight learners and their families in our weekly email, on our website, and social media. We want to hear from learners and their families via video (landscape or horizontal), audio and/or text, and then…

Amazing Summer Camp Opportunity in Hawaii

While the school year is coming to a close, we’re excited to share an amazing learning opportunity for summer break. This camp is open to learners entering grades 7-12 (for the 2019/20 school year), who will travel to the beautiful…

Upcoming Events

Click here for the academic calendar Family Events at CSA, featuring a tour, document collection, and a chat with Bri Jones, CSA Enrollment Specialist. Tuesday, June 18th: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, June 28th: 4-5 p.m. at Starbucks, 11703 E. Arapahoe…

Message from Zach Vine, Director of Staff and Learner Programs

Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Parents and Supporters, If you would like to speak with me in person, I will be available to meet with you at the Wings Over the Rockies Boeing Blue Sky Aviation Gallery this coming Tuesday, June…

Are You Looking for Ways to Spread the Word About CSA?

We have a few booth opportunities coming up. Contact me today if you are available to help. You can also use our volunteer sign up system, linked here: We are using SignUp.com to organize our upcoming SignUps. Here’s how it…

Update from the PAC (Parent Action Committee)

We have a few spots left on the PAC team and want to get them filled ASAP so we can continue to build our amazing team! We will meet every other Friday during summer break. We are going to do…