Flight Path, Monday Message

Black History Month: Bessie Coleman

February 20, 2025

At Colorado Skies Academy, where the spirit of aviation and exploration takes flight, we celebrate pioneers who have broken barriers in aerospace. This Black History Month, we honor Bessie Coleman (1892-1926), the first African American and Native American woman to earn a pilot’s license.

At a time when racial and gender discrimination prevented her from attending flight school in the U.S., Coleman refused to give up on her dream. She traveled to France, where she earned her pilot’s license in 1921, becoming a trailblazer in aviation history. Known for her daring stunts, she used her platform to inspire others and advocate for equal opportunities in aviation.

Bessie Coleman’s courage and determination continue to inspire learners, proving that with perseverance and passion, the sky is not the limit-it is just the beginning!

Bessie Coleman




Colorado SKIES Academy

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.

Colorado SKIES Academy will not discriminate in its enrollment on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, ancestry, need for special education services or need for English language support services. Colorado SKIES Academy will comply with all applicable, approved policies and regulations and the requirements of federal and state law concerning the education of children with disabilities. No student will be denied admission because of academic performance. Please see “Successful Student Characteristics” on our website for further details.

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