Douglass Elementary is a neighborhood school offering the Boulder Valley School District curriculum and serving approximately 450 students. Douglass Elementary serves a broad range of student needs through the regular education program, the literacy program, the special education resource program, and the Talented and Gifted program.
In addition to the academic subject areas of math, literacy, social studies and science, Douglass offers students a well-rounded education which includes music (general and instrumental), physical education, visual arts, and technology. Many enrichment opportunities are provided to students to complement and extend the regular curriculum. Integration of the arts throughout the curriculum at all grade levels provides students with an opportunity to develop their interests and talents across a broad spectrum. Additionally, a strong character education program, built on developing character assets and a Restorative Justice philosophy of discipline, creates a caring and safe school environment for all children.
Supporting regular education instruction are the librarian, Talented and Gifted Educational Advisor, literacy teachers and tutors, and special education teachers and paraeducators. These staff members offer one-on-one assistance and small group instruction in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
Kindergarten follows an alternating, full-day schedule. A high-quality, fee-based Kindergarten Enrichment program is available so that students have the option of attending full time.
Parent volunteerism is strong at Douglass and the home-school partnership is one of Douglass’ greatest assets. Parent volunteers are utilized in many roles and are very visible and active in our classrooms working directly with the children and teachers.
Special Programs and Opportunities
A wide variety of activities are offered to Douglass students during the year to broaden interests and support social, academic and artistic skills:
- Chess Club
- Geography Bee
- Spelling Bee
- Intramural Sports
- Innovation and Science Fair
- Computer-Assisted Reading Instruction
- Math Olympiads
- Vocal Choirs
- Eco Club
- Student Council
Thank you
for visiting the Douglass Elementary School web site!
Douglass Elementary has a rich history as a neighborhood school offering a rigorous academic program, high-quality instruction in the arts, and a warm, welcoming school climate. The collaboration between our highly-trained and caring staff and our dedicated parent volunteers, provides a superior educational experience for children at Douglass Elementary.
Our students are performing at high levels academically and continue to show remarkable gains over time. As one of the highest-performing schools in the state, Douglass has received the John J. Irwin School of Excellence award from the Colorado Department of Education for six consecutive years and continues to make annual achievement gains well above state averages.
We are
pleased to share our vision and mission statements for our school that
will provide guidance and clarity for our work on behalf of the most important
people in our school - the over
450 children that walk through our hallways each day.
- WE CARE: Community, Achievement, Relationships, Environment
- Douglass Elementary School is a nurturing environment where students achieve academic excellence, build strong character, engage in arts and athletics, and succeed as thoughtful leaders in the 21st Century.
- Our mission is to provide learning opportunities that foster caring, creativity, academic excellence, and leadership.
Douglass' teachers are committed to meeting the academic, social, emotional, creative and cultural needs of the whole child. Based on strong bonds of collegiality, respect and child-centeredness, Douglass Elementary offers students a welcoming and supportive place to learn.
Now, the task is for us all to make these words a living part of our work each day. I value how these words express a commitment to strong academics, the whole child, our efforts to foster student leadership, and all the parts of school that are fun and engaging. I hope you agree with me that these words are lofty yet clear, and they are accessible to all members of our school community.
Thank
you, and please let me know if you have any questions about our
school.
Our mission is to provide learning opportunities that foster caring, creativity, academic excellence, and leadership.
WE CARE: Community, Achievement, Relationships, Environment
Douglass Elementary School is a nurturing environment where students achieve academic excellence, build strong character, engage in arts and athletics, and succeed as thoughtful leaders in the 21st Century.
