Southeastern Denver

This was a horrific experience for my son. The administration always brushed it off as "transitions into Kindergarten " are rough. Nurses do not call with significant injury. The nurse also acts bothered when she made calls. Administration is horrible here as well. No communication. No safety, no accountability here with Administration. No wonder why there is constant turnover here. Worst school experience ever. If your looking for a safe accountable environment for your child than I highly do not recommend! From Principal all the way to social workers, the experience is dangerous and unacceptable. There is no excuse for thier behavior. Period. Cherry Creek Schools use to be "superior" but when the superintendent and his wife are creating issues, its representatives reflect the same poor behavior.

As the principal of Holm Elementary, I am proud to say that we are a school that welcomes every child exactly where they are and helps them to grow to their fullest potential. Our focus is not simply on where students begin their educational journey, but on the academic, social and emotional growth they make while they are with us. At Holm, we believe every student deserves the support and opportunities they need to succeed. For students identified as Gifted and Talented, we offer services through our GT program as well as advanced math opportunities. For students who require additional support, we provide targeted interventions, special education services, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language services, and dedicated adult support when identified through an IEP. Our commitment to the whole child continues to grow. Last year, we added a Restorative Practice Coordinator and a Liaison of Student Support to strengthen our Whole Child Model. This year, we are excited to add a second school psychologist to further support students and families. we believe social-emotional learning is woven throughout the school day and embedded in every interaction, not confined to a single scheduled lesson. Holm has consistently been recognized as an Effective School throughout Denver Public School's School Performance Framework and previously earned the Distinguished rating. In 2023, Holm was honored as a Center of Excellence by the Colorado Department of Education. While our achievement scores may not always be the highest in the state, our growth data consistently demonstrates that students make significant academic progress, often achieving more than a year's worth of growth in a single year. Family partnerships are an essential part of our success. We encourage families to advocate for their children, engage with teachers, participate in our Holm Helpers parent group, and attend the many family engagement opportunities offered throughout the year. We communicate regularly through Friday Folders, ClassDojo, social media and school-wide updates to keep families informed and connected. Holm may not always be the highest-performing school by every measure, but we are a school that believes deeply in the potential of every child. We celebrate growth, foster meaningful relationships, and work every day to ensure students feel supported, challenged and valued. Simply put, there is no place like Holm.

I would not enroll my student at this school. I have seen 5th graders literally beating other 5th graders while the staff does nothing. Parents are always getting in to fist fights with staff and other parents. This is not a safe school for you or your child.