FAQ

This is a publicly-funded, tuition-free program. There is a student fee of $100 to cover the cost of supplies and field trips. There are no student supply lists. This fee covers all of your student’s supplies and field trips. A fee waiver is available. To request one, contact the school office at 719-257-3183 or info@highrockiescommunityschool.org.

Students will not have traditional homework. However, you should expect to read for 20 minutes each night and engage with student projects and learning through discussions, extra research/reading, and outdoor exploration of the topic.

No. Volunteering is never required to enroll or stay enrolled. Families who want to be involved are always welcome, and there are many ways to help with your student’s learning when it works for you.

Teachers are required to have mastery of their academic discipline and have a strong ability to convey information to young people. Lead teachers are required to hold a CO teaching license.