Dear Colorado SKIES Academy Parents and Supporters,
Over the last few weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with several parents who’ve enrolled their learners at Colorado SKIES Academy or are still in the process of deciding. The interesting thing about these conversations is the variety of reasons why families are sending their children to CSA. Each discussion has been unique, just like all of our learners. While some have expressed their interest in the aviation and aerospace-themed curriculum, or project-based learning, others are just looking for a new or unique school culture. I’ve spoken to parents who’ve been homeschooling their learners while looking for a school that can support their child’s advanced academic progress, families with kids who have special needs that aren’t being met, or kids who are experiencing behavior from their peers that has led to frustration, sadness, and disengagement.
All of these discussions have reinforced the idea that CSA isn’t just offering another school choice for parents to consider. Rather, CSA is filling a critical educational and social-emotional need for children who aren’t getting the support they deserve. With that being said, I would love to hear more about your unique “why” as it relates to enrolling your child at CSA. As families make decisions about where they send their children to school, it would be helpful for them to hear some of your reasons.
If you’re willing to email me an answer to the question, “Why did you enroll your child at CSA?,” I can compile these responses and share them with prospective families during future conversations. All of the responses will be shared anonymously to preserve confidentiality. I think this would be a fantastic resource for families who are still making up their minds, and it would be a huge help to Colorado SKIES Academy.
As always, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to email zach.vine@coloradoskiesacademy.org.
Your support is very much appreciated, and I look forward to meeting you soon.
Warm Regards,
Zach Vine M.Ed, Director of Staff and Learner Programs
Note: Please click the links below to learn more about each event.
Weekly In-Person Tours and Information Sessions:
School Tours for Prospective Families, 10:30-11:30 am, 4:30-5:30 pm on Tuesdays
Monday, February 12:
Simulator Training, 8:30-10:00 am
Monday, February 12:
Talk, Chris Wright, CEO of Liberty Energy, “Bettering Human Lives: Perspectives on Energy, Climate, and Poverty,” 10:00-11:00 am
Friday, February 16:
Simulator Training, 9:30-11:00 am
Thursday, February 22:
Regular Board Meeting, 5:45 pm, CSA
Please join us to hear from the CSA learners about their trip to India!
Friday, February 23:
Simulator Training, 9:30-11:00 am
Saturday, February 24:
Public Safety Day, 10:00-2:00 pm
Monday, February 26:
Simulator Training, 8:30-11:00 am
More details to come, but please be aware that the next Presentation of Learning for 6th grade will be on Tuesday, March 5th and for 7th grade on Wednesday, March 6th.
*Admittance to Exploration of Flight is free for CSA Learners with their student membership. The EoF staff has a list of current CSA learners so all they need to do is give their name!
New CSA families receive a 20% discount on family memberships to Wings Over the Rockies Museum, valid at both museum locations (Centennial & Lowry). A daily entry fee may also be paid to gain entry to the events at the museum. Please contact christa.coryell@coloradoskiesacademy.org for more information about museum memberships for CSA families.
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