Colorado Springs KIDS Magazine

K-12

Colorado International Language Academy (CILA) is a free public charter school, offering language immersion instruction in Mandarin Chinese, German, and Spanish for grades K-5. CILA is a Performance with Distinction school. Our students learn academic content in their chosen target language from native language speakers. CILA offers an excellent academic program, bus transportation, breakfast and lunch service in cooperation with D11, as well as Before & After School care in partnership with the Pikes Peak YMCA. Our small class sizes create the perfect learning environment for the acquisition of a second language through immersion. CILA’s diverse staff offers a rich cultural experience to all our students. Events throughout the school year, such as International Days and a Cultural Show, allow our students to experience, embrace, and better understand ways of life from around the world. We invite you to experience our multicultural world! cilaschool.org.

The Colorado Springs School
Independent Day school | PreK-12th grade | Established in 1962
Our 28-acre campus offers small class sizes, individualized attention with an emphasis on an experiential curriculum throughout all divisions, athletics, and the arts. Our mission is to serve through superior academics and mentoring, which prepares students to think independently and to meet the challenges of our dynamic world. The Colorado Springs School’s (CSS) distinctive educational philosophy balances tradition and innovation to provide your child with a premium learning experience you will find nowhere else. Enrollment applications and financial aid are now open for the 2024-25 school year. The Colorado Springs School (CSS) is an independent day school serving students in grades PreK-12th located in the Broadmoor neighborhood of Colorado Springs. We offer families optional bus transportation throughout the Pikes Peak region. Our admission department invites you to attend a virtual admission event or book a campus tour. Learn more visit: css.org.

Divine Redeemer is a thriving, welcoming community of families and students focused on rigorous academics and Catholic faith formation in the Catholic Classical tradition. We challenge and inspire; graduate high-quality students who are ready to help, no matter the need and who are committed to continuous learning, social justice, and care of the poor and planet. We incorporate the Catholic Tradition of Liberal Arts and Sciences into all aspects of our curriculum for the joyful pursuit of faith, wisdom, and virtue. Enrollment is year-round; Preschool thru 8th grade. Financial assistance is available. Before/after school care available. Schedule a personal tour by calling 719-471-7771. Website: school.divineredeemer.net Location: 901 N. Logan Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80909.

Mountain Song Community School is the only tuition-free Waldorf school in Southern Colorado. Mountain Song utilizes developmentally appropriate holistic education to nurture the body, mind, and heart of each student. Our aim is to bring forth healthy, confident, free-thinking, self-directed children who are passionately engaged with their education and empowered to contribute positively to the world.
mountainsongschool.com; (719) 203-6364.

Rocky Mountain Classical Academy (RMCA): offers a charter school experience as a free public school. We currently offer curriculum for Preschool, Elementary K-5 and Middle School 6th-8th. RMCA exists to support parents in developing citizens of integrity and character who are equipped with a strong knowledge base and academic skills. The basis of this development is rooted in an academically rigorous, content-rich, classical education program with Core Knowledge emphasis. RMCA has vast extracurricular offerings as well: sports, the arts (drama, choir, art), Student2Student, National Junior Honor Society, robotics and chess are just a few. To schedule a tour or to learn more about RMCA, please call 719-550-5339 or visit rmcacs.org. Open enrollment offers the opportunity for students who reside in non-D49 districts to attend RMCA.

James Irwin Charter Schools is an award-winning, K-12 public charter school network. Voted Gazette’s Best of the Springs for 10 consecutive years (2015-2024), James Irwin has 6 schools on 4 campuses. For 24 years, James Irwin has emphasized character development, academic excellence, patriotism, and the study of Western Heritage. James Irwin believes that children belong to the parents and not the government, and we engage our students in meaningful, personal interactions instead of devices. James Irwin’s three elementary schools teach phonics, cursive, Core Knowledge, and tried-and-true math facts. New this is year is James Irwin Elem – Canada Drive at 2525 Canada Drive- one block east of Peterson Blvd. and Constitution. Our Astrozon campus (K-12) 5525 Astrozon Blvd, James Irwin Elementary School – Howard Campus (K-5 at1801 Howard Blvd. PTEC (6-12 pre-engineering, professional trade school) is at 2460 Waynoka Way. Learn more at www.jamesirwin.org or call 719-302-9105.

Preschools

Hope Montessori Academy
Come experience the premiere choice in private kindergarten, preschool, and infant/toddler education. We offer both full and part-time programs, summer camp programs, and before & after school programs with transportation to select schools. Extracurricular activities include foreign language, dance, music, karate, and gymnastics. Our schools are proudly American Montessori Society affiliate schools. Please contact us for further benefits of our Montessori programs. Military discounts available. Best Of The Springs winner 2018!
East Campus: 6353 Stetson Hills Blvd 573-5300
West Campus: 2041 Chuckwagon Road 388-8818
Monument: 18075 Minglewood Trail 488-8723
Falcon: 7312 McLaughlin Road 886-4900
Visit our website at www.montessorichild.com.

Rocky Mountain Classical Academy Preschool - Where Curiosity Turns into Lifelong Learning!
At RMCA Preschool, we believe all children have individual worth and can succeed when given a positive foundation of learning! We provide exceptional care while fostering each child’s intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and moral development within a safe, encouraging, and academically rich environment. Our licensed and experienced early childhood teachers help children learn through discovery by creating classroom-specific, hands-on activities based on the evolving interests and developmental needs of their students. We also offer Before Care, After Care, and Summer Care options, enabling parents to go about their day with the knowledge and assurance their children are not only being cared for but that they are safe, happy, and thriving. To schedule a tour or learn more about RMCA Preschool, please call 719-550-5440 or visit rmcacsearlyeducation.org.

Literacy

Pikes Peak Library District
2024 Summer Adventure presented by Children's Hospital Colorado
This year, anyone of any age can participate and win prizes through reading, creating, and exploring. You can read, participate in one of our programs, or use one of our activity ideas!
Activities and Programs for kids and tweens! (ages 0 - 12), activities and programs for teens! (ages 12 - 18) The adventure runs through July 31. You can sign up for and start the program on the Beanstack app or at ppld.beanstack.org.

Physical Education

Soccer Buddies
Outrageously FUN Soccer for Kids! Ages 10 months to 12 years. Your child will have a blast while they build motor skills, soccer skills, physical fitness, agility, and more! Come see how Soccer Buddies takes a unique approach to teaching the game of soccer by contacting us for a FREE TRIAL CLASS! Soccer Buddies classes build confidence in kids! REGISTER TODAY and receive a free T-shirt! Bring a friend to try it, too! We have six locations near you - Colorado Springs (central, east and south), Bear Creek, Briargate, and Monument. (719) 330-9642; www.coloradosoccerbuddies.com. Email us at info@coloradosoccerbuddies.com.

At Altitude Movement, athletes of all ages (1-101) train their bodies and minds to overcome an ever-changing assortment of challenges. Whether you’re a fan of American Ninja Warrior, want to learn Parkour, or have excess energy, check out our classes and school's out camps! www.AltitudeMovement.com 719-964-1798.

CageRat Baseball – Baseball Training & Teams in Colorado Springs
CageRat Baseball is committed to improving baseball in Southern Colorado. We are doing this by having a low-cost recreational league to give players more opportunities to play with better coaching, making competitive baseball more accessible for all, and providing high level training with former D1 coaches. Our program has helped hundreds of athletes move on to college baseball and receive millions of dollars in scholarships. Test our RugRats T-Ball or CageRats Youth Training for FREE today! 2660 Vickers Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80918. (719) 415-4259; Info@CageRatBaseball.com; www.cageratbaseball.com.

U.S. Taekwondo Center has been training children and families in Colorado Springs since 1986. Our professional and friendly instructors teach more than just kicking and punching -- respect, focus, confidence, and self-control are just a few of the many benefits your child will gain through training. Taekwondo improves young minds and bodies by building confidence through knowledge. Dealing with bullies, developing listening skills, proper respect for adults, and stranger awareness are all cornerstones of our program. We have multiple locations in the Colorado Springs and Monument areas. Call 488-4321 or visit our website at
FamilyBlackBelt.com for more information about our programs for all ages. See our website and Back to School special.

SKYHAWKS SPORTS
SKYHAWKS SPORTS programs are safe, non-competitive and a positive introduction into sports for kids ages 4 to 14. A variety of games and activities are used to give each child an overview of the sport while building valuable skills and ensure they walk away with a smile every time! Respect, Teamwork, Sportsmanship and more are discussed daily to ensure Skyhawks goal of Teaching Life Skills through Sports is a top priority! For more information, visit skyhawks.fun/coskids.

SUPERTOTS SPORTS
SUPERTOTS SPORTS programs are a great opportunity for kids ages 2-5 to get out and play in a fun, preschool-based sports environment. We focus on preschool skills like listening, following directions, sharing, waiting turns, as well as colors, numbers, shapes, sizes and more. We do it all with a ball – BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, FOOTBALL, SOCCER and VOLLEYBALL. We love teaching both preschool skills and sports skills. Give your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with SuperTots! For more information, visit skyhawks.fun/coskids.

SafeSplash Swim School
When you enroll yourself or your child in SafeSplash Swim School Colorado Springs, you can feel confident to be learning from passionate, experienced SafeSplash Certified™ instructors. We’re known for small class sizes, which allows instructors to focus on the individual needs and goals of every swimmer that gets into our pools. Our approach is perfect for adults and swimmers with special needs, too! We welcome swimmers of all ages and abilities, so keep reading to learn more and find the perfect swim program for your needs.
13171 Bass Pro Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
colorado.springs@safesplash.com (719) 900-2550. safesplash.com/locations/colorado-springs-co

Soccer Shots Programs
Soccer Shots is the most trusted and engaging children’s soccer program for ages 2-12! Join the best coaches in the business on Soccer Island for age-appropriate soccer skills, character building, and FUN! We coach in schools, preschools, public parks, and indoor at SoccerHaus ALL year around, without a monthly commitment! We can’t wait to coach your child! Soccershots.com/coloradosprings Text or call us at 719-257-3192.

CityROCK is a group of passionate individuals committed to community-based health and fitness. CityROCK is the old Ute 70 Theater turned into a downtown vertical playground for humans ages 2 to 102. CityROCK invites you to come in and see how we can continue to go more up together. 21 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903 - 719.634.9099 climbcityrock.com

Patriots Lacrosse is a recreational lacrosse club in Colorado Springs. Since 2003, we have been serving both boys and girls in grades K-8 in the greater D20 school district, and surrounding areas. The Patriot Lacrosse Club mission is to teach youth athletes the life lessons of skills development, teamwork, safe play and sportsmanship in both a recreational/developmental environment and a competitive environment that prepares these young athletes for high school level competition. patriotlax.org

Pikes Peak YMCA
The Y's Summer Day Camp is one of the oldest and most trusted camping programs in the country. YMCA Summer Day Camps offer engaging weekly camp theme activities where lifelong friends are made. Activities include group games, sports & fitness, hands-on activities, water activities, arts & crafts, music and more! With YMCA Day Camp, snacks, before and after care (pre and post care) along with our core program activities are all included in the price! Spots are open at select camps. Peak City Church Summer Day Camp in the Garden Ranch area has openings, Downtown area at Columbia Elementary and some of our YMCA locations! To learn more, please visit www.ppymca.org/daycamps.

Archery School of the Rockies is a unique environment with a lot to offer. We pride ourselves on the wide range (get it?) of personalities we’ve attracted to our organization and the variety of reasons they’ve decided to make ASR their home. We’re located at 2110 Busch Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80904. (719) 272-4379 archery-school-of-the-rockies.shoplightspeed.com

Music & the Arts

Animation 5th-12th Grade After School Program
Our animation production after school classes are designed to teach & mentor 5th–12th grade students in digital and traditional art for creating animated cartoons and stories. These classes focus on skill development for animating, character design, scriptwriting, & voiceover acting. We offer both in-person and online class options. For more info or to register a student for an upcoming class, please visit: AnimationAfterSchool.com; or call 719-357-7780. AnimationSummer.com

Academy of Children’s Theatre (ACT) & Academy of Community Theatre (ACT II)
Throughout the year, ACT offers a wide variety of fantastic classes and camps for students from 4-years-old through high school, including Acting, Musical Theatre, Broadway Combo, Dance for Musical Theatre, Improv, Shakespeare, and more! Registration for our fall semester classes is open now! This upcoming season ACT II will be presenting Mary Poppins Jr. in April 2025 for local schools and the community to enjoy. Auditions for Mary Poppins Jr. will be held September 20-23.
For more information about our fall semester classes, visit ACTcolorado.net or call (719) 331-2434. For information about ACT II and Mary Poppins Jr, visit ACT2Colorado.net

. Culinary Arts

We're Cookin' Now! Classes & Camps presented by Chefs' Kitchen
Let your child explore the joys of cooking, as taught by our amazing team of culinary pros from Chefs' Kitchen, the top commercial kitchen in Colorado Springs. Whether learning how to prepare delicious dishes, trying new and nutritious foods, or simply having fun (yay, cupcakes!), kids ages 4-17 will love our weekly cooking classes and drop-off summer camps. In addition to kitchen skills, they'll gain personal confidence and benefit from real-life educational components—such as food-related STEM! View events and register today while spots are still available: chefskitchencos.com (click "Events") 1753 South 8th St., Colorado Springs, CO 80905; 719-472-4552.

Foreign Language

Colorado Springs Chinese Language School offers Chinese language lessons from beginner (level 1) to AP Chinese on Sunday. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Learn Chinese, invest in your future! Register now for the Fall semester at cschineseschool.org or 719-201-7292.

After & Home School Enrichment

Thinkering Lab
Join our new After School Program: Creative Play - Where Innovation Meets Fun! Creative Play is an after-school program designed to inspire and nurture creativity in children through hands-on projects and playful learning. Our program combines STEM activities with art, drama, and imaginative play to create a unique and enriching experience. Ages: 5-11 years old. Cost is $40/day. 317 E. Kiowa St. 80903, 3:00 - 5:30 pm, Mon. - Fri. Start Date: Monday, August 12. 719-247-0203; ThinkeringLab.org

Boring Business Academy
Free in-person homeschool enrichment program! Launch your teen’s business journey. Empower your high school homeschooler with the tools to turn their business ideas into reality for FREE! This is a live, in-person program in Colorado Springs that meets on Tuesdays from 9 AM to 3 PM, August 2024 through May 2025. Secure your spot for the fall at boringbusinessacademy.com.