School Profile

Colorado High School Charter

Address

Colorado High School Charter
1175 Osage Street, Suite 100
Denver, CO 80204

Contact Information

Web Site: http://www.chscharter.org/
Phone: (303)892-8475
Fax: (303)825-3011
Email: cbluna@chscharter.org

School Info

Authorizer: Denver Public Schools (DPS) - Denver County 1
Year Opened: 2002
County: Denver
District: Denver Public Schools (DPS) - Denver County 1
Region: Metro Area
Grade Levels: 10 , 11 , 12
Enrollment: 194
Educational Program: Alternative

Description

Colorado High School Charter offers an excellent small-school eduction for students who have struggled personally or academically in a conventional high school. The focus of CHCS is to provide challenging core academic courses, constant practice with the process of learning, reflection exercises to develop character and preparation for post-secondary options including college. Six, six-week blocks per year give students the opportunity for frequent feedback regarding grades and credits earned as well as five enrollment periods per year. Students experience structure, high expectations for attendance (80% requirement) and genuine support through graduation.