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Keeping UpFinding theright tutoringprogram makesa differenceBy Summer StairLongmont Times-Call

For a student, having a solid foundationof all subjects is important from year toyear so they can build upon what theylearn.“If someone misses a foundation point

they can’t build on it and grow,” saysCherilyn Ashley, owner and director at theTutoring Club in Longmont.These “gaps in education” can hinder a

student from learning and growing in asubject. Ashley says parents and studentshave to be aware when they are falling be-hind before the problem gets out of con-trol. “The quicker you find the problemarea, the better,” she says. “The youngerthey are, the quicker they learn and don’tfall behind any more.”Jay Stype, educational consultant for the

Tutor Doctor in Longmont, says often kidsknow they have fallen behind and theyapproach their parents for help. He says atthis point parents can help with the home-work, but if they themselves are not com-fortable with the terminology, they canseek out help from a tutor. “It’s easy forparents not to be able to help, because

terminology has changed since they werein school,” Stype says. “They are at risk ofnot understanding and knowing how it’sdone, and confusing the kids more.”Once the student and parent have

decided to get tutoring help it is importantto find which type of tutoring program isgoing to work best for the student. Differ-ent options abound from tutoring in agroup setting to more one-on-one tutoringthat can be done in a center or at the stu-dent’s home.At a tutoring center, students will find

themselves working in a group setting. Atthe Tutoring Club, Ashley says studentswill find the ratio of three students to onetutor. “We find this works better, it givesthem confidence.”Parents can rest easy knowing students

will go through diagnostic testing rightfrom the beginning. At the Tutoring Club,before a program is put into action for astudent, a diagnostic test is taken to showwhat specific gaps the students is missing.These gaps are then the focus for the cen-ter and the student during tutoring ses-sions.“We’re trying to get each student to

where they should be, as quickly as possi-ble,” Ashley says. “We won’t just put aBand-Aid on it, we want to make the stu-dent is self-sufficient and allow them to besuccessful and move on.”While tutoring centers work with par-

ents on their schedule, another optionavailable is in-home tutoring. In this situa-tion, tutors come to the students homeand help them with their homework.

Stype says this type of tutoring does notonly offer convenience for the parents, butit allows the tutor to come into the homeand access where homework is beingdone. “The problem may just be where thehomework is going home and beingdone,” he says. “Students also are mostcomfortable where they already do theirhomework.”

This type of tutoring is also beneficial toshy students who do not work well in agroup setting and fall behind for lack ofspeaking up in class.

While tutoring is often thought of forstudents who are falling behind, that isnot always the case. Both Ashley andStype day students are often seeking helpto maintain a high grade point average orare looking to prepare for ACT and SATtests. These are also reasons studentsmight seek out help from a tutoring pro-gram.

So whether it is to gather buildingblocks that may have missed along theyway in a specific subject, to maintain a cer-tain grade or to prepare for college, tutor-ing is there to help. The last step is findingwhich program will work best for the stu-dent.

10 Signs Your ChildMay Need Tutoring1. Falling grades – Despite child’sbest efforts.2. Lower test scores – Extreme anx-iety before tests and exams.3. Homework struggles – Despitebest efforts or amount of time onhomework the child can not completewithout extensive help.4. Loss of interest – Child shows anincreased lack of confidence or moti-vation.5. Fear of failure and criticism frompeers and teachers which leads toreluctance to go to school.6. Bad behavior – Disrupting thework of others, particularly when heor she is struggling with schoolworkor having difficulty with a test.7. Difficulty in retention – Problemsunderstanding lessons and keeping upwith curriculum pace.8. Low self-worth – Child usesphrases such as “I’m stupid. I’ll neverunderstand this subject.”9. Giving up – Total disengagementof school or learning.10. Teacher and counselorrecommendation – Report cards andparent-teacher conferences.

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pre-IB classes to prepare them for accelerated learning.With an enrollment of 180, this year is Niwot High’sbiggest class of ninth grade pre-IB students.Julie Webster, Rocky Mountain Regional IB Diploma

Programme coordinator, says Niwot’s IB students tend toexcel both in school and world rankings.“Our graduating class of 2011 exceeded the world aver-

age on 13 of the 20 exams they took,” she says. “Which ispretty phenomenal, when you consider the 141 countriesthat offer the IB program.”IB students study in six areas: English, science, math,

Niwot high school offersstudents a program forcollege preparation

“The IB program is like a family.

AcceleratedLEARNING

You get to know everyone inthe program really well andwe all support each other

to create a great atmosphere.— Alejandro Garcia, 17-year-old IB student at Niwot High School

By Kendall SchoemannLongmont Times-Call

Designed for students who thrive with a challenge andcreated to provide collegiate opportunities, the Internation-al Baccalaureate Programme is rooted in respect and pres-tige and driven in its mission to create a better worldthrough education.

Providing the IB Program for 10 years, Niwot HighSchool is the only school to offer the advanced curriculumin the St.Vrain Valley school district. Currently, 500 stu-dents are enrolled in the IB curriculum, exactly 1/3 of theschool’s student body. While the program doesn’t begin un-til junior year, ninth and 10th graders can participate in

the arts, social science and either Spanish or French. Toqualify for the IB diploma, students need to take exams insix areas, and three exams need to be from two-year cours-es. Students are also required to complete community ser-vice and a research thesis paper.Alejandro Garcia, a 17-year-old IB student, chose to at-

tend Niwot High School for the IB program.“I heard about the program in eighth grade when IB reps

came to our school,” he says. “I found it interesting and de-cided to enroll in the pre-IB courses.”As president of the Honor Society, a cross-country run-

ner and member of the youth council, Alejandro has


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“There is definitely a lot of work.One day you’ll want togive up and the next will beextremely rewarding.”

— Alejandro Garcia, 17-year-old IB student at Niwot High School

learned the value of time managementthrough the IB program.“There is definitely a lot of work,” he

says. “One day you’ll want to give up andthe next will be extremely rewarding.”Webster agrees that taking six college-

level course simultaneously is intense forstudents.“This is the most rigorous college

preparatory program that our district of-fers,” she says. “It is designed for studentswho want more of a challenge and whostrive for the best college preparation pos-sible.”As the IB coordinator, Webster makes

sure the program is the best fit for eachstudent.“I work individually with students and

their families to make sure the program isworking for them,” she says. “We are ableto individualize each student’s education-al plan through our course options.”Though the program is strenuous,

there are many benefits that come from anIB diploma. Students receive the honorand prestige to offer prospective post-sec-ondary universities.In the last two years, IB graduates from

Niwot High School have enrolled atrevered universities around the country,such as: Boston College, California Poly-

technical State University, Cornell Uni-versity, George Washington University,Harvard College, Johns Hopkins Univer-sity, Massachusetts Institute of Technolo-gy, Purdue University, SouthernMethodist University, U.S. Coast GuardAcademy, U.S. Naval Academy, Universityof Pennsylvania and University of PugetSound.IB graduates also receive college credit

before enrolling in post-graduate institu-tions.“In Colorado, an IB graduate has auto-

matically earned a minimum of 24 creditsupon entry into a state-supported institu-tion in the states of Colorado, Florida andTexas,” Webster says.IB students can also take AP exams to

received double-credit.“I had a student walk into Colorado

State University with 66 credits from hisIB and AP exams,” Webster says.Although he is excited to earn college

credit, Garcia says the greatest benefit ofthe IB program is the learning environ-ment composed of helpful and excitingteachers.“The IB program is like a family,” he

says. “You get to know everyone in theprogram really well and we all supporteach other to create a great atmosphere.”

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Most parents make decisions for theirchildren every day: what time to wake up,what to eat, what time to go to bed. But aparent’s right to choose what is best for theirchild is often usurped by traditional publicschool zoning laws. The charter schoolmodel is an attempt to restore that right.Jennifer Dauzvardis, program coordinator

at The Center for Professional Developmentat Peak to Peak Charter School and consul-tant for the Colorado Department of Educa-tion’s Division of Innovation and Choice,says that charter schools empower parentsto cater to their child’s learning style.“Having choice in the school programs of-

fered to the children in our community andacross the state is paramount,” Dauzvardissays. “I believe the greatest benefit of thecharter school movement is that parents aregiven the opportunity to choose a programthat aligns with their beliefs and with theirchild’s needs.”Education.com defines charter schools

first and foremost as “public institutions,supported by public funds.” This means thatthey’re funding depends on their enrollmentnumber, as well as their Average Daily At-tendance, or ADA. In order to qualify forthese public funds, they must have a freeand open admissions process (often a lotterysystem).The site explains that the major difference

between traditional public schools and char-ter schools is that the charters “have greaterfreedom from state rules and regulationsthan traditional public schools.” Indepen-dence is what separates charters from tradi-tional public schools, says Nancy Box, prin-cipal of Imagine Charter School in Fire-stone.“It’s the independence piece that makes

us different,” Box says. “Our teachers andstaff members are closer to the decisionmaking process.”Dauzvardis says charter schools usually

take advantage of this freedom in how theydesign and focus their curriculum or hireand fire employees.“The school may differ in vision and mis-

sion, curricular or instructional model, ororganizational hierarchies,” Dauzvardis says.Though charter schools are publicly fund-

ed, they do not receive funding for a facilitylike a traditional public school. A traditionalpublic school puts out a bond to voters,which, if approved, creates a separate poolof money (beyond the per pupil revenue giv-en to them by the state) for leasing and

maintaining buildings. Charter schools mustpay back a facilities bond with their perpupil revenue and fundraising dollars.

“We must pay the cost of our facility outof per pupil funding, as well as salaries andeverything else that it takes to educate achild,” she says.

To create a charter school, a group of peo-ple (lawmakers, educators or communitymembers) has to structure a proposal for a

charter school in their area. This is only anoption in states with charter laws, which in-cludes 42 states and the District ofColumbia, according to the Center for Edu-cation Reform website. CER also asserts thatthe wording of a state’s charter laws canhave a huge impact on the success of charterschools in that state. The CER website con-tains detailed information about nationalcharter school rankings and funding.Charter schools have gained rapid popu-

larity in recent years, according to the Na-tional Center for Education Statistics. A2011 report revealed that the number of stu-dents enrolled in charter schools more thantripled from 340,000 in the year 2000 to 1.4million in 2009. At the end of the 2009school year, 5 percent of all public schoolswere charters.Box says she can give some insight into

why people are choosing charters.“There is a lot of conversation going on in

this country about improving education,”she says. “I think the charter school move-ment is one way in which that conversationis manifesting itself.”

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“Having choicein the school programsoffered to the childrenin our communityand across the stateis paramount.”

— Jennifer Dauzvardis, programcoordinator at The Center forProfessional Development atPeak to Peak Charter School


When's the right time for children to start school?Metro Services

Many parents feel early enroll-ment in school is a good first stepfor kids’ academic careers. Butsome experts warn that toomuch, too soon may not be theway to lay the ground work of asuccessful academic career. Somebelieve that waiting until a childis age 6 for formal education pro-vides the best opportunity forlearning advantages.According to a British study

published in The Cambridge Pri-mary Review in October 2008,the consensus was that formalschooling should be delayed un-til children reach 6. The findingsoffered that trying to teach litera-cy and math at a young age iscounterproductive. If childrenunder 6 are in school programs,they should continue to learnthrough play-based initiatives.An early start in school isn’t

necessarily a good start. Childrenmay show the maturity and thesocial readiness to attend school,but they may not have the capac-ity to grasp concepts outside of

their play-based way of learning.Forcing information on a childwho is not ready could set him orher up for aversion to school.What’s more, there’s no evi-

dence that early schooling pro-duces a more educated child inthe long run. Many countries inEurope start school later thanBritain or the United States. Fin-land, for example, begins formaltraining at age 7. When studied,children who started school atthe age of 6 or 7 often overtookEnglish pupils in tests of readingbefore the start of secondary edu-cation.Parents who have little choice

but to enroll children in day-care/pre-school programs be-cause they work should look forcurriculums that feature the fol-lowing:• Emphasis on play-based

learning, with more time gearedto kids being kids than sitting be-hind a desk.• Access to a computer, since

so much of students’ lives involvecomputer literacy.

• Opportunities to go outsideand play when weather permits.• Interaction with books so

parents can read with their chil-dren and spend time together.• Limited focus on grades and

performance. Does a 3-year-oldchild really need a report card?• Activities that involve the

family so Mom and Dad are par-ticipating in their child’s educa-tion.• Small class sizes, optimaliz-

ing the teacher-to-student ratio.• A relaxed atmosphere with

the time and space to explorephysical and social environ-ments.Some children are naturally

more advanced than others andmay benefit from earlier, morestructured schooling. However,the vast majority will do fine dur-ing their academic career if theybegin formal education at age 6.That doesn’t mean that childrencan’t attend school at 5. The pro-grams should just be be lessstructured and more play-based.

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Expo VendorsAlexander Dawson SchoolDawson prepares students for what the world demands,

through an exciting and engaging academic, athletic andartistic program for kindergarten through grade 12.

Alpine Elementary SchoolAn International Baccalaureate Primary Years Pro-

gramme World School. Provides a challenging inquiry-based education that enables students to positively impactthe world.

Altona Middle SchoolLeadership focused sixth through eighth grade middle

school. Earned numerous awards, including Governor’sDistinguished Improvement Award, John Irwin Award andColorado School to Watch.

Aspen Ridge Preparatory SchoolA charter school serving students in Kindergarten

through Fifth grade. ARPS uses Core Knowledge and Suc-cess for All curricula.

Black Rock ElementaryGifted and talented, world languages focus public

school.

Blue Mountain ElementaryScience, technology and inquiry focus school.

Bright Horizons at West LongmontWest Longmont believes each child is an individual

and plans days supporting this belief. Research shows thatchildren learn by moving, doing and thinking. Programincludes music, movement, gym and computers as enrich-ments to reinforce what is being taught in the classrooms.

Burlington ElementaryChosen as Colorado Department of Education Exem-

plary Music Program and Exemplary Parent InvolvementProgram (Power of 3). Over 100 students in Gifted/Talent-ed program.

Carbon Valley AcademyKindergarten through eighth grade Core Knowledge

Charter School located in Frederick.

Career Development Center (CDC)Offers St. Vrain students courses that are related to

actual working environments where they explore today’s

industries using currently utilized equipment.

Centennial Elementary SchoolMath, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) focus

school.

Central Elementary SchoolAn International Baccalaureate Primary Years Pro-

gramme Candidate School in which all students partici-pate.

Coal Ridge Middle SchoolAchieving academic success for all students is a top pri-

ority. Block scheduling enhances strong academic focus.

Columbine Elementary SchoolA small, neighborhood school offering classes in both

English and Spanish, and incorporating technology intodaily instruction.

Desiderata SchoolA unique nonprofit private school specializing in small-

group instruction and specialized curricula. The 8:1 maxi-mum student to instructor ratio, combined with a profi-ciency-based model, makes the programs equally ideal foradvanced or gifted (TAG) students and students withADD/ADHD or other social challenges.

Eagle Crest Elementary SchoolOffers looping, which involves teachers keeping the

same students for two years in grades one and two andthree and four.

Erie Elementary SchoolA small community STEM (Science, Technology, Engi-

neering, Math) focus program that provides an engaging,hands-on, inquiry based learning environment for stu-dents.

Erie High SchoolA small school atmosphere that allows staff to concen-

trate on the academic needs of every student. Blockscheduling maximizes learning.

Erie Middle SchoolRigorous curriculum with Pre-AP classes in math, lan-

guage arts and Honors classes in all core areas. Extensiveelective programs offer students opportunity to explore thearts and technology.

Fall River Elementary SchoolA neighborhood school, grades Pre-K through Fifth. The

With so manychoices in

education, parentsneed to take thetime to find theperfect fit for their

children inacademics andenrichmentactivities.

This School ChoiceExpo publicationgives parents

information aboutpublic and privateschool options inthe St. Vrain andBoulder Valleyareas. The

Times-Call looksforward to seeingyou at the Expo,which will allowfamilies toexplore theirmany academicopportunities.

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school motto is “The Courage to Be Outstanding!”

Flagstaff Charter AcademyA Core Knowledge based education with science and

technology focus that challenges students to achieve theiracademic potential.

Frederick Elementary SchoolRecognizes the unique needs of students impacted by

economics and language differences by providing a bilin-gual program and literacy support.

Frederick High SchoolA positive and safe learning environment where every-

one is connected and respected. With a rich, relevant, rig-orous curriculum that engages and challenges each stu-dent.

Heritage Middle SchoolThe IB Middle Years Programme provides students with

a rigorous, well rounded and internationally focused edu-cation.

Huntington Learning CenterFounded in 1977, Huntington Learning Center has

served America’s students and families longer than anyother tutoring provider. Helping students ages 5 to 17achieve remarkable improvements in their grades, testscores and self-esteem. The success of the program lies inthe one-to-one attention we devote to every child and theexpertise of caring, certified teachers.

Hygiene Elementary SchoolIntegrated academic arts focus school that provides

instruction through the arts.

Imagine Charter School at FirestoneICSF is Pre-K through eighth grade, with a Core

Knowledge curriculum with a classical approach.

Indian Peaks Elementary SchoolIn a bilingual learning environment, students are

challenged to excel and develop positive attitudes towardthemselves, education and the future.

Legacy Elementary SchoolPrograms address students’ social, emotional and

academic needs.

Loma Linda Elementary SchoolA bilingual, neighborhood school serving Pre-K

through Fifth grades. A math/science focus school with atechnology emphasis. A strong committed staff supportsacademic success in a caring community culture.

Longmont Estates Elementary SchoolAn exemplary community school that focuses on

developing the whole child from Preschool through Fifthgrade.

Longmont High SchoolEstablished in 1901 and steeped in tradition, pride and

excellence. An Honors and advanced placement schoolcommitted to meeting the needs of all students.

Longmont Suzuki StringsDedicated to bringing music into every child’s life with

love, humor and commitment. Offering private and grouplessons for violinists and violists, ages 2.5 and up.

Longmont Tutoring ClubAn educational support center for kindergarten

through 12th grade. Individualized caring and competenttutoring for all subjects and abilities.

Longs Peak Middle SchoolA pre-advanced placement focus school utilizing the

SpringBoard AP math and language arts curriculum.

Lyons Elementary SchoolLyons Elementary is nestled in the beautiful town of

Lyons. The school offers Preschool through Fifth grade ina small school atmosphere.

Lyons Middle/Senior High SchoolUnique small school atmosphere that provides a sense

of belonging which positively affects a student’s confi-dence, self-esteem and sense of responsibility.

Mead Elementary SchoolA school where staff welcome students and parents and

use best practices of instruction to meet the learningneeds of each child.

Mead High SchoolProvides an environment and culture focusing on aca-

demic growth and positive experiences that lead towardcollege readiness.

Mead Middle SchoolSmall school with high expectations. Ranked second in

the start for student growth and recipient of ColoradoSchools to Watch and Governor’s Distinguished Improve-ment Award.

Mountain View Elementary SchoolEncourages all students to reach their academic, social

and emotional potential. Pre-K through Fifth grade.

Niwot Elementary SchoolA Pre-K through Fifth grade school focused on differen-

tiated instruction to meet the needs of all students.

Niwot High SchoolProvides educational experiences that inspire academic

excellence, personal growth and social responsibility.Niwot is also home to the district’s only IB DiplomaProgramme.

Northridge Elementary SchoolA bilingual elementary school committed to ensuring

high levels of learning for all. They believe in all students.

Olde Columbine High SchoolNon-traditional school which values individuality and

diversity. Offers traditional school in a non-traditionalsetting.

Prairie Ridge Elementary SchoolStaff focuses on student achievement, academically and

socially. A Positive Behavior School where PRIDE=Suc-cess. MESA programs offered during and after school.

Primrose School of LongmontA private preschool and kindergarten located in south-

west Longmont. Through Primrose’s exclusive BalancedLearning curriculum, they prepare your child for academ-ic success while fully integrating character development –creating a well-rounded young individual.

Rocky Mountain Christian AcademyA kindergarten through grade eight classical and Chris-

tian school offering excellent academics in a Christ-cen-tered atmosphere.

Red Hawk Elementary SchoolOffering Core Knowledge and St. Vrain Valley curricu-

lum standards with a focus on math, science, integrationof the arts and technology, in a state-of-the-art building.

Rocky Mountain Elementary SchoolA bilingual school proud to serve the neighborhoods of

East Longmont and focuses on preparing students from avariety of backgrounds for success in the 21st century.

Sanborn Elementary SchoolAn academically focused school with an emphasis on

differentiation and individual student growth.

Skyline High SchoolTraditional high school with STEM and VPA

Academies, FRCC Program, Honors Certification and APPrograms.

Silver Creek High SchoolA comprehensive high school with a leadership focus,

which excels academically and in extracurricularprograms.

Spangler Elementary SchoolSpangler establishes a Learning Community which

focuses on high academic achievement, studentencouragement, and partnerships among family,community and school.

St. Vrain Valley Adult EducationOffers educational opportunities for individuals 17

years and older within the District, including those wish-ing to improve their English language skills and/or earn ahigh school diploma.

St. Vrain Community Montessori SchoolA Pre-K through sixth grade charter school educating

the Whole Child with an Authentic Montessori Educa-tion.

St. Vrain Online Global AcademyThe newest high school in the District. Students

complete all course work virtually.

St. Vrain Valley School District Learning ServicesProvides support to principals, staff, students and

parents at all St. Vrain schools. Oversees numerousprograms and departments.

St. Vrain Valley School District Nutrition ServicesNutrition Services provides 18,000 breakfast, lunches

and snacks daily at all district schools.

St. Vrain Valley School District Student ServicesEncompasses many programs including, special

education, gifted and talented, early childhood/preschool,speech, hearing, vision and district health services.

Sunset Middle SchoolA focus school on Advanced Academics with an

Emphasis in the Arts.

Trail Ridge Middle SchoolThe STEM focus school empowers all students to apply

21st century skills in exciting and innovative ways.

Tutor DoctorFollowing a free consultation, Tutor Doctor provides

customized, one-on-one in home tutoring for students ofall ages and in all subjects. Tutors are specifically matchedto meet the learning style, personality and educationalneeds of the individual student. Tutoring sessions are per-formed in the privacy of the home at times that are mostconvenient. No more shuttling students to and from a tu-toring center and waiting in the lobby during their smallgroup sessions.

Twin Peaks Charter AcademyCore Knowledge kindergarten through eighth grade

and Classic Education high school. Strong academics,charter education, fine arts and sports in an encouragingenvironment.

Universal High SchoolAn alternative pathway to a high school diploma that is

student-centered, standards-based rigorous.

Westview Middle SchoolTechnology focus school. Students will problem

solve, collaborate, communicate, innovate and constructmeaning through project-based learning.


Finding the right extracurricular activityMetro Services

Today’s kids are busier than ever before. Be it the increasinglycompetitive nature of scholastic life or the increase of two-incomehouseholds where kids need something to do other than come di-rectly home after school, children today are much busier thantheir school-aged counterparts of yesteryear.While it can be fun and beneficial for kids to participate in

extracurricular activities, finding the right fit isn’t as easy as itsounds. When helping kids find an extracurricular activity, it’sbest to consider a host of factors. Especially keep in mind thatnot all kids are the same with respect to interests. And whatwas enjoyed by their parents won’t necessarily be enjoyed bythem.

Getting StartedThe best place to start is to speak to kids about their interests.

Just because Dad loved playing football doesn’t mean Junior isdestined to be a gridiron great. Kids have their own interests, andthose interests can be cultivated with the right extracurricular ac-tivity. For example, a creative child might enjoy an after-school artclass a couple of times per week. Parents should also consider ex-tracurriculars that can help kids grow as people. For instance, achild who’s shy in public but loves hamming it up at home mightembrace an after-school theater program.Once options have been discussed with kids, take in a session

or two before committing to anything. The shy youngster mightvisit the local theater program and enjoy it thoroughly, or he orshe might decide against it. Either way, a visit will give kids andparents a sense of what the program is like and whether or not it’sthe right fit. When visiting, observe the nature of the program. Isit an encouraging, vibrant environment? Do the adults and kidsinvolved appear to be having fun?

Get the 411Parents want their kids to be as safe after school as they are dur-

ing it. When looking for an extracurricular activity, inquire aboutthe staff-to-child ratio and about the staff’s professional back-ground. Any staff-to-child ratio that is greater than 12:1 likely in-dicates a program that is understaffed, which could mean kidswon’t get the attention they need. Also, ask for the staff’s refer-ences and work history in the field of child care. If certification isnecessary or recommended, make sure the staff meets all require-ments.

Parents should also inquire about program costs. Though manyprograms are upfront about fees, some have hidden fees that canadd up. Such fees can be for uniforms, equipment and class trips.Extra fees don’t have to exclude a program from consideration,but it’s better to know about them in advance than have themcome as a surprise.

Consider a Child’s Grade Level

A child’s age and grade level should also be considered whenchoosing an extracurricular activity. Consult teachers about find-ing an age-appropriate extracurricular activity. For example, lesscompetitive activities that emphasize fun might be more appropri-ate for kids in kindergarten and the first grade. For secondgraders, activities not offered at school, like learning to play an in-strument, can help cultivate a child’s interest in a noncompetitiveenvironment. As kids reach third grade and beyond, considermore rules-based activities, including team sports, as kids at thatage are more capable of understanding rules and handling losingthan younger kids. As children get older and move on to middleschool, look for activities that reinforce learning and help developa young person’s character, including their ability to interact withothers.

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St. VrainValley SchoolDistrictAdministration Offices395 S. Pratt ParkwayLongmont, CO 80501303-776-62200www.svvsd.orgAlpine Elementary2005 Alpine St.Longmont, CO 80501720-652-8140http://aes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Deanna FrothinghamOctober 2011 enrollment: 550Black Rock Elementary2000 Mountain View Blvd.Erie, CO 80516720-890-3995http://bres.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Cathy O’DonnellOctober 2011 enrollment: 632Blue Mountain Elementary1260 Mountain DriveLongmont, CO 80503720-652-8220http://bmes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Kristie VenrickOctober 2011 enrollment: 531Burlington Elementary1051 S. Pratt ParkwayLongmont, CO 80501303-776-8861http://bes.stvrain.k12.co.us

Pre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Janis HughesOctober 2011 enrollment: 413Centennial Elementary10290 Neighbors ParkwayFirestone, CO 80504720-652-8240http://centenniales.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Keith LiddleOctober 2011 enrollment: 552Central Elementary1020 Fourth Ave., Longmont, CO 80501,303-776-3236http://centrales.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Jim HecocksOctober 2011 enrollment: 437Columbine Elementary111 Longs Peak Ave., Longmont, CO80501, 303-776-2840http://columbinees.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Eddie ClokeOctober 2011 enrollment: 360Eagle Crest Elementary4444 Clover Basin DriveLongmont, CO 80503303-485-6073http://eces.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Ryan BallOctober 2011 enrollment: 546Erie Elementary4137 E. County Line RoadErie, CO 80516303-828-3395http://ees.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Amanda SauerOctober 2011 enrollment: 377Fall River Elementary1400 Deerwood DriveLongmont, CO 80501720-652-7920http://fres.stvrain.k12.co.us

Pre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Jennifer GuthalsOctober 2011 enrollment: 494Frederick Elementary555 Eighth St., Frederick, CO 80530, 303-833-2456http://fes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Karen MusickOctober 2011 enrollment: 553Hygiene Elementary11968 N. 75th St.Longmont, CO 80503720-652-8021http://hes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Mike O’DonnellOctober 2011 enrollment: 416Indian Peaks Elementary1335 S. Judson St., Longmont, CO 80501,303-772-7240http://ipes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Judy OrbanoskyOctober 2011 enrollment: 451Legacy Elementary7701 Eagle Blvd.Frederick, CO 80504720-652-8160http://legacyes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Sean CoreyOctober 2011 enrollment: 566Loma Linda Elementary333 E. Mountain View Ave., Longmont,CO 80501, 303-772-4280http://lles.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten though fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Beverly WindersOctober 2011 enrollment: 408Longmont EstatesElementary1601 Northwestern Road, Longmont, CO80503, 720-652-8101http://lees.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade

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Principal: Kirsten McNeillOctober 2011 enrollment: 449Red Hawk Elementary1500 Telleen Ave.Erie, CO 80516303-774-2700http://rhes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Cyrus WeinbergerOctober 2011 enrollment: 472Rocky Mountain Elementary800 E. Fifth Ave., Longmont, CO 80501,303-772-6750http://rmes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Stephen HoelOctober 2011 enrollment: 426Sanborn Elementary2235 Vivian St.Longmont, CO 80501303-772-3838http://sanbornes.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: John WahlerOctober 2011 enrollment: 430Spangler Elementary1440 Collyer St., Longmont, CO 80501,720-494-3761http://spangleres.stvrain.k12.co.usPre-kindergarten through fifth grade, bilingualPrincipal: Kathi Jo WalderOctober 2011 enrollment: 351Altona Middle4600 Clover Basin DriveLongmont, CO 80503720-494-3980http://ams.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades sixth through eightPrincipal: Joe MehslingOctober 2011 enrollment: 635Coal Ridge Middle6201 Booth DriveFirestone, CO 80504303-833-4176http://crms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Brian YoungOctober 2011 enrollment: 849Erie Middle650 Main St.Erie, CO 80516303-828-3391http://ems.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Todd BissellOctober 2011 enrollment: 552Heritage Middle233 E. Mountain View Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-772-7900http://hms.stvrain.k12.co.us

Grades six through eightPrincipal: Karrie BorskiOctober 2011 enrollment: 411Longs Peak Middle1500 14th Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-5611http://lpms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Mathew BuchlerOctober 2011 enrollment: 422Mead Middle620 Welker Ave.Mead, CO 80542970-535-4446http://mms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Josh BarnettOctober 2011 enrollment: 396Sunset Middle1300 S. Sunset St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-3963http://sms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Dawn MacyOctober 2011 enrollment: 579Trail Ridge Middle1000 Button Rock DriveLongmont, CO 80501720-494-3820http://trms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Tim RootOctober 2011 enrollment: 652Westview Middle1651 Airport RoadLongmont, CO 80503303-772-3134http://wms.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through eightPrincipal: Mark SpencerOctober 2011 enrollment: 621Lyons Middle/Senior100 S. Second Ave.Lyons, CO 80540303-823-6631http://lmshs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades six through 12Principal: Greg WingerOctober 2011 enrollment: 438Erie High3180 WCR 5Erie, CO 80516303-828-4213http://ehs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Steve PayneOctober 2011 enrollment: 750Frederick High600 Fifth St.

Frederick, CO 80530303-833-3533http://fhs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Pete VargasOctober 2011 enrollment: 820Longmont High1040 Sunset St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-6014http://lhs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Rick OlsenOctober 2011 enrollment: 1,189Mead High School12750 WCR 7Longmont, CO 80504720-494-3940http://mhs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Jim SundbergOctober 2011 enrollment: 667Niwot High8989 E. Niwot RoadNiwot, CO 80503303-652-2550http://nhs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Dennis DalyOctober 2011 enrollment: 1,285Silver Creek High4901 Nelson RoadLongmont, CO 80503720-494-3721http://schs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Erick FinnesteadOctober 2011 enrollment: 1,025Skyline High600 E. Mountain View Ave.Longmont, CO 80501720-494-3741http://shs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Patty QuinonesOctober 2011 enrollment: 902St Vrain Online Global Academy720-494-3975http://www.stvrain.k12.co.us/schools/svoga/Principal: Joanne DaweOctober 2011 enrollment” 64Adult Education820 Main St.Longmont, CO 80501303-678-5662http://ae.stvrain.k12.co.usPrincipal: Deniece CookOctober 2011 enrollment: 183Aspen Ridge Preparatory School705 Austin Ave., Erie, CO 80516

720-242-6225www.aspenridgeprepschool.orgKindergarten through fifth gradePrincipal: Andria HinmanOctober 2011 enrollment: 179

Olde Columbine High School /CareerDevelopment Center1200 S. Sunset St., Longmont, CO 80501,720-494-3961, 303-772-3333 (CDC)http://ochs.stvrain.k12.co.usGrades nine through 12Principal: Deniece CookOctober 2011 enrollment: 94

Carbon Valley Academy4040 Coriolis WayFrederick, CO 80504303-774-9555www.carbonvalleyacademy.orgPre-kindergarten through grade 8Principal: Lisa GjellumOctober 2011 enrollment: 392

Flagstaff Charter Academy1841 Lefthand CircleLongmont, CO 80501303-651-7900www.flagstaffacademy.orgKindergarten through grade eightPrincipal: Andrew MooreOctober 2011 enrollment: 870

Imagine Charter School at Fire-stone5753 Twilights Ave., Firestone, CO 80504,303-772-3711www.imaginefirestone.comPre-kindergarten through grade eightPrincipal: Nancy BoxOctober 2011 enrollment: 621

St. Vrain Community MontessoriSchool1055 Delaware Ave., Longmont, CO80501Phone: 303-682-4339Pre-kindergarten through grade fourHead of School: Katie TorresOctober 2011 enrollment: 171

Twin Peaks CharterAcademy340 S. Sunset St., Longmont, CO 80501,303-772-7286www.twinpeakscharter.orgKindergarten through grade 10Principal: BJ BuchmannOctober 2011 enrollment: 939


IndependentSchoolsAlexander Dawson School10455 Dawson DriveLafayette, CO 80026303-665-6679www.dawsonschool.orgKindergarten through grade 12Headmaster: Brian JohnsonEnrollment: 460Type: Collegiate based private schoolBixby School4760 Table Mesa DriveBoulder, CO 80305303-494-7508www.bixbyschool.orgPre-kindergarten through grade fivePrincipal: Pat BakerEnrollment: 160Type: PrivateBloom! Montessori School701 James St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-8173bloommontessori.comAges 2 through 6Director: Abigail MillerEnrollment: 12Type: MontessoriBoulder Country Day School4820 Nautilus Court N.Boulder, CO 80301303-527-4931www.bouldercountryday.orgAge 3 through grade eightHead of School: Michael ShieldsEnrollment: 315Type: IndependentBroomfield Academy7203 West 120th St.Broomfield, CO 80020303-469-6449www.broomfieldacademy.comPre-kindergarten though grade eightHead of School: Patricia GarnerEnrollment: 120Type: PrivateCatalyst Education of Colorado1376 Miners DriveLafayette, CO 80026303-604-6512http://catalysths.orgGrades nine through 12Head of School: Ed PorrittEnrollment: 40Type: Private nonprofit

Children’s House of Weld County:Montessori Preschool &Kindergarten3801 Godding Hollow PkwyFrederick, CO 80516303-651-3215www.childrenshousemontessorischool.orgPreschool through kindergartenDirector: Susan HalkinEnrollment: 30Type: MontessoriCornerstone Preschool1000 W. 15th Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-3081www.bethlehem-lutheran.net/cornerstoneAges 3 to 5Director: Andrea BeckerEnrollment: 48Type: ChristianDesiderata SchoolAdministration: 15785 N. 83rd St.,Longmont, CO 80501School site: 1445 Nelson RoadLongmont, CO 80503303-678-9335www.desiderata.orgKindergarten through grade 12Head of School: Larame SpenceEnrollment: 50Type: PrivateEastern Sun Academy6717 S. Boulder RoadBoulder, CO 80303303-443-3302www.easternsunacademy.orgKindergarten through grade fiveHead of School: Dr. Spencer EdmundsEnrollment: 85Type: Contemplative educationFaith Baptist School833 15th Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-5677http://fbslongmont.orgKindergarten through grade 12Administrator: Dan PerrymanEnrollment: 160Type: Private ChristianFriends’ School5465 Pennsylvania Ave.Boulder, CO 80303303-499-1999www.friendsschoolboulder.orgPre-school through grade fiveHead of School: Steve de BeerEnrollment: 172Type: Independent private schoolGateway Montessori School

1500 Ninth Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-772-3864http://gatewaymontessorischool.netPre-school through kindergartenDirector: Linda GottschalkEnrollment: 50Type: American Montessori Society certifiedGoddard School1095 Olympia Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-772-3501www.goddardschool.comInfant through kindergarten, after schoolDirector: Rebecca AdlerEnrollment:Type: Early childhood developmentHillside School6717 S. Boulder RoadBoulder, CO 80303303-494-1468www.hillsidelearning.orgGrades one through nineDirector: Kathy ShermanEnrollment: 32Type: Program for students with learningdifferencesJarrow Montessori School3900 Orange CourtBoulder, CO 80304303-443-0511www.jarrow.org18 months through grade sixHead of School: Barb TruanType: MontessoriLongmont Christian School550 Coffman St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-3254www.longmontchristian.orgPre-kindergarten through grade 12Principal: Donnie BennettEnrollment: 278Type: Private ChristianMessiah Lutheran School1335 Francis St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-3466www.mlcslongmont.orgPreschool through grade fivePreschool Director: Joli RobbinsPrincipal: Beth LandonEnrollment: 71Type: Private ChristianMount Zion Lutheran School1680 Balsam Ave.Boulder, CO 80304303-443-8477www.mtzionboulder.org

Toddlers through kindergartenEC Director: Cheryl WuEnrollment: 50Type: Private LutheranMountain Shadows Montessori4154 63rd St.Boulder, CO 80301303-530-5353www.mountainshadows.orgToddler through grade sixDirector: Jan FerwerdaEnrollment: 66Type: MontessoriMountain Peak Private School1833 Sunset Place, Ste. E & FLongmont, CO 80501720-494-1622www.mountainpeakschool.comPre-school through grade sixDirector: Bobby TabertEnrollment: 76Type: PrivateOur Savior’s Evangelical LutheranSchool1219 W. 17th Ave.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-1688www.OurSaviorsOn17th.orgAge 3 through grade eightPrincipal: Justin VilskiEnrollment: 14Type: Parochial schoolThe Patchwork School inLouisville1428 Main St.Louisville, CO 80027720-271-6729www.thepatchworkschool.comPreschool through grade threeDirectors: Michele Beach and ElizabethBakerEnrollment: 60Type: Independent alternativePrimrose School of Longmont1335 Dry Creek DriveLongmont, CO 80503303-774-1919www.primroseschools.comInfants through preschool and kindergarten,before and after school programDirector: Carrie DickersonEnrollment: 180Type: Private PreschoolRocky Mountain ChristianAcademy9447 Niwot RoadNiwot, CO 80503303-652-9162www.rmcaonline.org

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Early education through grade nineHeadmaster: Brett KingEnrollment: 350Type: Christian ClassicalRunning River School1370 Forest Park CircleLafayette, CO 80026303-499-2059www.runningriver.orgKindergarten through grade eightDirector: Nancy MonsonEnrollment: 25Type: PrivateSacred Heart of Jesus CatholicSchool1317 Mapleton Ave.Boulder, CO 80304303-447-2362www.shjboulder.orgPreschool through grade eightPrincipal: Mary BartschEnrollment: 390, includes early learningcenterType: Private CatholicSt. John the Baptist CatholicSchool350 Emery St.Longmont, CO 80501303-776-8760www.johnthebaptist.orgPreschool through grade eightPrincipal: Julie RossiEnrollment: 388Type: CatholicSt. Stephens Christian School1303 S. Bross LaneLongmont, CO 80501303-776-1072 ext. 5www.ststephenslongmont.comPreschool and pre-kindergartenDirector: Kathy FultonEnrollment: Ratio of 1 to 7Type: Private ChristianSeptember High School1902 Walnut St.Boulder, CO 80302303-443-9933www.septemberschool.orgGrades nine through 12

Head of School: Celeste Di IorioEnrollment: 40Type: Non-Profit Alternative/PrivateShepherd Valley Waldorf School6500 W. Dry Creek ParkwayNiwot, CO 80503303-652-0130www.shepherdvalley.orgPre-kindergarten through grade eightPrincipal: Linda AbelkisEnrollment: 104Type: PrivateShining Mountain Waldorf School999 Violet Ave.Boulder, CO 80304303-444-7697http://smwaldorf.orgPreschool through grade 12School Director: Sue LevineEnrollment: 300Type: Waldorf schoolTara Performing Arts HighSchool4180 19th St.Boulder, Co 80304303-440-4510www.tarahighschool.orgGrades nine through 12Administrator: Gregory FisherEnrollment: 46Type: Private/Waldorf schoolVista Ridge Academy3100 Ridge View Dr.Erie, CO 80516303-828-4944www.vrak12.orgKindergarten through grade 12Principal: Carol SchneiderEnrollment: 130Type: Private ChristianWatershed School205 Canyon Blvd.Boulder, CO 80302303-440-7520www.watershedschool.orgGrades six through 12Head of School: Jason BervEnrollment: 62Type: Private non-profit

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