Academic Overview

Soaring Heights PK-8 offers the rigorous St. Vrain Valley Schools curriculum in conjunction with many student-centered hands-on activities. We offer a distinct elementary and middle school, but our hybrid model allows for smoother transitions, as well as diverse programming options.

Academic Highlights:

  • Soaring Heights is a STEM focus school with an emphasis on Neuroscience where students have access to daily Innovation Time
  • Students connect with experts in the field through extensive partnerships with the Anschutz Neuroscience Program, CU Denver STEM Outreach Program, Regis School of Business, University of Northern Colorado, Colorado Health Foundation, Sphero, and Ocean First
  • Students have access to advanced core content options for every grade level at the middle school
  • Classroom and common area spaces are designed to house flexible seating that enhances brain activity and development
  • Eighth grade students have the opportunity to participate in mentorship programs and enroll in courses, such as Intro to Engineering, through a partnership with Erie High School
  • Soaring Heights offers more than 30 elective courses, ranging from the performing arts to robotics to movie making
  • Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with two makerspaces, a large media center, science labs, four music rooms, and more

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Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

Apr 2, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>

Mar 9, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Advanced Placement Summer Institute, July 6-9

Registration – Click the links below to register: In-Person CoursesOnline CoursesAP Cybersecurity CoursesAP Business with Personal Finance (PBL) St. Vrain Valley Schools will host the College Board-certified Advanced Placement Summer Institute (APSI) July 6-9 at Frederick High School. The program is open to all educators, including those outside of St. Vrain Valley Schools, and is...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Advanced Placement Summer Institute, July 6-9" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/02/11/st-vrain-valley-schools-to-host-advanced-placement-summer-institute-july-6-9/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools to Host Advanced Placement Summer Institute, July 6-9 </span>Read More</a>

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