Schools in Englewood, CO

“Here is a moral compass for the present and future. I attended private school St. Mary's Academy starting in 1963 then into 1969. Awhile back I stopped by for a visit after we took Amtrak to Denver to visit cousins. A welcome respite and all CDC rules were followed during my visit. Filtered through the lens of nostalgia, I remember St. Mary's Academy enjoyably for I found it to be a caring, diverse and inclusive school with inspiring teachers in a culture of mentorship that fostered voice and helped forge pathways for all. I enjoyed and took pride in wearing the school uniform. I learned how to think and problem solve, confident in my potential, vested in responsibility to social justice and the health of humankind and the environment, and prepared for possibilities of an ever-changing world. I attended with girls of all races, religious traditions and economic backgrounds. I was taught how to think rather than what to think. Teaching strategies and curriculum challenged me to problem solve, collaborate and innovate -which provided the foundation for my fellow students and I to be powerful agents of change."You can't help when or what you were born, you may not be able to help how you die; but you can - and you should - try to pass the days between as a good man." That was written by Corporal Anton Myrer, US Marine Corps Veteran, WWII, wounded at Guam, who died of leukemia most likely Service-connected, in his best-selling and US Army War College required reading novel Once an Eagle, which was later adapted to a tv miniseries. The book is on the Marine Corps commandants' reading list and West Point Cadets are assigned the book in classes and seminars. He is best-selling author of The Last Convertible, an exquisite and sensitive novel of The Greatest Generation that was also adapted into a tv miniseries.I mention Anton Myrer's quote about "good" because I am confident in the future when I see that schools like St. Mary's Academy are still educating youth. I am confident because here, youth are taught to be good people.My most recent visit I learned something I was surprised I hadn't realized before. I learned that the Board of Trustees that governs St. Mary's Academy are all volunteers. It includes members of the Loretto Community, current and past SMA parents, alumnae, and business professionals from the Denver metro area.I had previously known that the Board of Trustees meets during the school year and is responsible for assuring the financial future of the school, determining the yearly tuition, setting policies that will help further the school's mission, and hiring the Academy President. That's a lot of work for volunteers.Honorable Ollie Marie-Victoire California Superior Court Justice and Jane Lubchenco the first woman to serve as Chief of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as well as 19th United States National Security Advisor and 66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice are St. Mary's Academy graduates.Although St. Mary's Academy, co-ed preK-7 and girl's high school, does not have a discount on the tuition for the children of Veterans, hence 4 stars instead of 5, it does have general tuition assistance funded by donors.The Academy was founded in 1864, which was during the American Civil War. William Gilpin, first Colorado territorial governor, supported the Union and quickly raised a regiment. The United States War Department credited Colorado with supplying 4,903 to the Union Army.I don't know how many of us who attended St. Mary's Academy went on to Serve in America's Armed Forces. My papa, uncles and male cousins were all The Greatest Generation WWII Veterans, a grandfather a WWI US Army Veteran, my family all Kennedy Democrats, fervently believed in the only US President to receive a Purple Heart President John F. Kennedy's Call to Service, "Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country." St. Mary's Academy Mission is "St. Mary�”

“We could not be more thrilled that our daughter attended this school for the past 3 years! First Plymouth has a great teaching staff and Principal who deeply care for their children. Their academic program is fun while also getting the kids prepared for any school they attend next. Our only wish would be that they go beyond Pre-K as we will truly miss our time here!”

“Our son is 4 years-old and he has been attending Bright Horizons since he was 6 months-old. From the time he was an infant until now, all of his teachers have been loving and have made learning fun. It’s a challenge for parents to find caregivers they undoubtedly trust with their children and Bright Horizons continues to be a blessing to our son’s development and to our family.”

“My son has had a great experience from April 2022 (6 months) to present. The location has been ideal (close to home and work). The center is well managed. The classrooms and playground are kept clean and well organized and on schedule. The experienced infant staff was helpful to new nervous parents. My son feels comfortable and listens to his teachers. The teachers use the Bright Horizon app to provide how well he ate and slept, and pictures and videos of his day (dancing toddlers are the best).”

“By a miracle, we were able to get our son in the infant program. We have has such a positive experience here. The staff is all so kind and loving to our son. He get more attention than his previous daycare and comes home much healthier and happier. I love that they integrate education into the daycare even with the infants and they take them outside when they can. We highly recommend!”

“St. Thomas More is a wonderful parish school that offers an authentically Catholic education and strong academics. Our children are thriving here amongst the caring faculty and staff. The priests of the parish are ever present and take the time to teach the students. They are great examples for the students and are truly forming disciples of Christ. We are blessed to be a part of this school and church community.”

“My son went to Rising Star from 18months to Kindergarten. He just started Kindy today and the teachers said he may even be ready for 1st grade!! Besides academics, Rising Star also excelled on teaching my kiddo the importance of community, emotion management and expression, and just simply cared so much for him and our family over the years. I cannot thank this team enough for everything they have done!!”

“Stellar service and product!Drew was a huge help!Im a casual golfer and was looking to buy my first set of clubs instead of borrowing my friends’. I was putzing around when Drew noticed me and asked if I needed help. He was so knowledgeable and transparent about the process and costs, and helped me pick out a great premade bag of Cobra clubs that fits my needs. When I asked about financing, Shane came and helped finish up the process and I was on my way. Legitimately some of the best customer service I’ve seen and will surely come back here for any questions in the future. Thanks guys!”

“My teen loves the smaller, independent environment this school offers. They focus on accountability, respect, supportive peer/teacher "family" groups and practical life skills. They have vocational and sustainable trade programs.From a parent that has navigated eachx private, public, charter, online and homeschool it says a lot.”