University Prep - Steele St.

This is the worst run school in DPS. I was encouraged to send my kids to this school through the positive things I had heard of this school through a Facebook mom group. But having my kids here has been the worst decision. It is clear that the school is so poorly managed. There is high turnover at this school with often times classrooms not having a full time teacher throughout the entire year. Classes relying fully on various substitute teachers coming in and out. On top of all of this. The Principal did not announce that the school would have an additional 5 teachers leaving for next year until AFTER choice round 1 closed. Jenks is the worst principal and clearly does not care about staff, students or families. We have applied for choice round 2 and now because of their incompetency and disregard for families, my kids will be at 2 different schools for the following year. AVOID COLUMBINE AT ALL COSTS.

As a former employee of this school, I cannot give a positive review. There are many challenges with the students and not enough support. The main issues are behavioral. It is challenging to teach when you are constantly interrupted by sometimes violent outbursts from students. While the principal is kind, they do not give a full description of the students and the challenges that will be faced each day.

I totally love the culture in Cole. My children love how teachers treat them. The principal is open to talk if any issue is happening. They are really supportive with their students and families. My kids are reading above grade level. The academic level is getting better everysingle year!!!

This is been an absolutely wonderful school for my daughter! We will be sad and excited all at the same time when she moves on to 1st grade. She has learned so much academically and socially in this environment. She has the ability to focus on tasks from start to finish, is already reading at a rather high level and is very independent. These children are cherished as individuals at this school. My daughter has also learned how to respect others and this is taught and highly valued at Garfield. The children here learn how to deal with problems and interactions with others and take responsibilty for themselves at a young age. It's been a wonderful experience and the director and teachers are exceptional.