I absolutely LOVE the Academy! I almost never get teased or bullied and when I do, it's so easy to get help. The teachers are flexible and they will bend and morph their teaching skills untill they fit according to their students and parents. Especialy Mrs. Alexander! Without a doubt, The Academy of
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Posted by a student on 09/16/09
Both of my children attend the Academy and we love the high expectations that the school and each of the teachers hold. As parents we desire for our children to grow to be responsible citizens which will give them confidence to reach for anything they desire in their lives. The core curriculum, excellent
... Read more reading program and character development are a few of the highlights for our family. Our children are encouraged to be individuals and yet still learn to function in group settings because this will be how their entire lives are structured in the adult world. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/09
High School teachers really care. Administration in secondary school leaves much to be desired. Board is very secretive. Things happen that are not explained. Good people leave suddenly.
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Posted by a parent on 09/13/09
If you care about keeping kids in dress code than this school is for you-not your kid. If you want your kid to have an open mind and learn- stay away.
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Posted by a teacher on 09/13/09
We have had two children graduate from The Academy 2008 & 2005. The school was great in assisting them maintain character traits that are above and beyond any children we have come across. The staff is wonderful, very well educated, supportive of parents and has great discipline policies. My children
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Posted by a parent on 04/21/09
I love this school. My wife attended the school when she was a senior and two of our children go there now. The only problem I have is Mrs. Lurvey. She doesn't listen and she is not helpful at all. We had a major problem last year and she said that her main priority was 'to defend the teachers'. Really?
... Read more See here I thought it was to educate our children? Replace her and this school would be doing a lot better. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/10/09
In general the elementary school here is good but the secondary has much to be desired. My family has been here for over 10 years and it was MUCH better when we were at the other location. The teachers cared about the students they didn't put so much emphasis on the dress code and in general a very
... Read more warm atmosphere, then it is here. Now it is too ritsy, they act to good for people and worry to much about the way the students are dressed, the clothes have to be a specific brand and style, if they would put more energy into teaching as they do the dress code this school would be outstanding. Mr. Kaufman is just the worst director in the history of directors doesn't care about the students education at all too busy being snotty then trying to teach the students. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/09
Overall I'm glad we made the switch to the Academy 2 years ago. The curriculum is awesome, my kids are reading 2-3 year above their grade level, and writing good solid stories with details is required as early as kindergarten. The teachers are awesome and even took an active part in helping my socially
... Read more awkward daughter 'fit' in. They are encouraging, and communicate well with the parents. Sometimes more attention is put on the dress code vs learning. I got a phone call that I needed to replace my daughters broke belt during my lunch break. I thought this was totally absurd and asked to speak with the principal. The matter was solved without it going to that level, but the fact that I was contacted at all made me wonder if the focus was not on teaching but what she was wearing. The uniform policy needs to be revamped. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/01/09
My children are in Secondary school. I like the dress code. I also like that teachers are not afraid to give students failing grades. The sports programs are very good. Going to a small school gives my children opportunities to participate where they may not have had at a larger school. I like the smaller
... Read more classrooms. My only complaint is that some of the teachers don't have a lot of experience. I would give it an five star rating for more experienced teachers. However, this is also one of the things I love about the school. There are many young, enthusiastic teachers. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/31/08
This is our first year at the Academy and I am so impressed! Just the communication alone is so different from any schools our friends attend. The curriculum and character education is just something that would not happen in our neighborhood school (about a block from our house). I cannot believe the
... Read more writing/reading/spelling they are doing at the kindergarten level. It was a difficult decision not going to our neighborhood public school, but I am so grateful that we tried the Academy. We were very lucky to get in and my son is doing so well and he loves it! The future looks extremely promising for this school. Read less
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Westminster schools — Academy Of Charter Schools is located at 11800 Lowell Blvd, Westminster CO 80031. 11800 Lowell Blvd is in the 80031 ZIP code in Westminster, CO The school district for Academy Of Charter Schools is the Adams 12 Five Star Schools. Academy Of Charter Schools is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 12.
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