I attended RMSEL and graduated in 2008. After that, I returned to work at RMSEL as a Wilderness…read moreFirst Responder for their expeditions. Now, my husband (also an RMSEL graduate) and I are looking at the school for our kindergarten-aged child. While RMSEL has grown and changed over the years, I believe its core values remain the same. The key takeaways I received from my time there are life skills that have followed me into adulthood and served me well in my career--resiliency, problem-solving, and independence. The expeditions were life-changing in so many ways: they offered my first experiences with developing countries, and they required a level of self-discipline that shaped who I am today. We currently have friends whose children are in kindergarten at RMSEL, and we love hearing about their experiences. Small class sizes, meeting children where they are, and introducing expeditions at such a young age are key reasons we're excited to return as a family. As a teenager, RMSEL was a blessing to me, even when I didn't always see it that way. Returning as an adult, I could recognize how the expeditions build resilience--even when the students themselves don't yet realize it. This school pushes kids to step outside their comfort zones, and many won't appreciate the benefits until years later. The very things I resisted as a teen are now the things I credit most for my personal growth. If you're looking for a school that teaches more than academics--a place that nurtures real-world life skills that will serve your children well into adulthood--RMSEL is a truly special place.

This school is a great school! If you like the outdoors. Every semester you get to go on a "crew…read moretrip"! Basically you travel out of the state with you class for a week. The destination is usually tied to your current learning and you basically get to learn about it in real time and it is very fun. This school also has a great community with doing stuff from "RMSEL Olympics" to "the cereal box challenge" and many more. This school is nothing like I've ever been to and it is an amazing experience. 10/10

It was a perfect school for my kids and shout out to the principal Matt Hoganson and all the…read moreteachers there

St. John's has been a truly exceptional place for our children, who have been part of the school…read morecommunity since they were just 18 months old. Under the nurturing and inspiring guidance of Mrs. Mari Koester and Mrs. Sarah Perez, we've had the joy of watching our boys grow not only academically, but also socially, emotionally, and spiritually. Their reading and math skills have exceeded our expectations, but just as importantly, they've developed confidence, compassion, and a genuine love of learning. Entrusting your child's education is one of the most important decisions a parent can make--and for our family, there is simply no other place we would consider. You can tell that the entire staff, including the principal, Dr. Barnard, genuinely cares and wants your child to succeed. St. John's offers a truly holistic approach that honors the whole child, and we're deeply grateful to be part of such a thoughtful and enriching environment!

By far the best value in education in Denver. A great community, small classes, excellent teachers.read more

Unique student body. You'll actually have the white kids in the minority but they make the majority…read morein the school's rather exclusive IB program. There is an AP program for the rest but it is more understated and probably just as credible. Transportation to the school is only through RTD (they took out the yellow buses some years ago). I think only the special-ed kids had yellow bus transportation. There is plenty of parking space and the guest parking lot is large. The school location is really great actually. It is near Colorado Blvd, Cherry Creek, Garland Park, Crestmoor Park, and the Schlessman Library/Lowry area. The Monaco-Leetsdale area is generally quite crowded so I never felt so 'stuck' on a campus. There really wasn't too much trouble here anyways. Some of the security guards were really cool and were friendly with the student body, which I think helps drive down the amount of trouble. Oh yeah, and if the pizza truck guy is still around. He drives down here to make some lunch-time business. Totally recommended.

I already wrote 2 long reviews on Irv J Goldburger Mascot, that didn't post! Thanks 4 nuthin,…read moreyelpy! This is Abarkalypse now!

We open enrolled our daughter here and she went into the IB program. It was a great program for her…read moreshe was able as a athlete to play in every season sport and to maintain a high GPA, she graduated fifth in her class went onto an exceptional college played D1 lacrosse and is now a military officer in the Navy. Littleton high school was a great starting point for her, she made great friends, learned a lot. The school and teachers were exceptional about allowing all her talents to flourish.

It's always unfortunate seeing a 2 star review on a high school but the truth must be told today…read more The administration does not care about their students, they only care about getting them in trouble. And already this review is sounding very similar to the one of my middle school. I can't say that all teachers don't care care about their students but it is clear that the game of favorites plays a more than large role. The reason I'm even giving Littleton 2 stars is because the kids are very friendly and it's easy to become the hero of any sports team. For those of you who are competitive and want to play a sport at the next level. Do not go here. It's more about having fun and making yourself seem better than you really are.

"After 12 years and two children at Challenge School, I couldn't be more grateful. The small K-8…read moresetting and diverse community foster lifelong friendships. The teachers are exceptionally dedicated and the academic preparation is top-tier. The accelerated math and focus on research/writing gave my daughter a huge advantage in her current IB high school program. While there are no formal sports or band, they had a strong musical program, and the kids stay active in competitive sports outside of school. It's a special community that I highly recommend, especially if you are concerned your child will be bored at the neighborhood school."

This school is amazing for students. The fast-paced classes are often hands-on and creative…read more Students are challenged daily to achieve to the best of their abilities. "Immersion" happens twice a year, and involves a few days of "deep diving" into non-traditional subjects to accommodate the way gifted children tend to learn. The topics change each time, so there is a wide berth of opportunities. The take-home workload often matches the pace of the classrooms, and parent/adult involvement is important to the overall success of children as they grow and evolve. Our family has had a fantastic experience here.

My girls have been going to this school for 2 years. Coming for Texas, we were not sure what to…read moreexpect. I am happy to say that I have been and continue to be impressed with the level of attention and instruction they receive. The school offers a variety of programs, many at no or low cost, for students both before and after school. This not only exposes the kids to something new (outside of the school day) but it excites them to go and participate during the day. While the teaching methods and curriculum took some getting used to, the girls were able to transition and excel in the new format. My only complaint with this is the grading. Instead of the alphanumeric scale (0-100 = A, B, C, etc) The students are graded on a 4 point scale with each number reflecting the areas the student has mastered.The teachers take a hands on approach, including keeping the lines of communication open to make sure the kids are getting the support they need. The principal, Mr. McDowell, is very friendly and always smiling. He is truly a positive force.