Flagstaff Academy Recognized as 2025 Colorado Trailblazer “School to Watch”

As the legislative session reaches its midpoint, we’re doubling down on the “3 F’s” — funding, facilities, and flexibility — to protect and advance the priorities Colorado charter schools need most.

From hydroponic towers in the mountains to greenhouse farms along the Front Range, Colorado students are learning that some of the most powerful lessons can start with a seed.

In a world that increasingly happens behind screens, experiences like this remind students that a confident handshake, thoughtful conversation, and respectful interaction can still open doors.

CPR News
Colorado lawmakers are considering deep funding cuts to two of the state’s only dedicated after-school grant programs, a move advocates say could harm thousands of the state’s most vulnerable students.

Colorado Sun
Colorado health officials Wednesday announced a third child connected to Broomfield schools has been infected with measles, making the cluster of cases the state’s first official measles outbreak of the year.

Fox 21 News
Banning Lewis Academy is a tuition-free public charter school authorized by D49, proudly serving the Banning Lewis Ranch community and surrounding neighborhoods in Colorado Springs since 2006. Grades offered are kindergarten through 12th grade.