Welcome to Carmel
We Aim High, to Soar High.
What we’re about
Carmel Community School is a K-8 campus committed to providing a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students. Guided by our motto, “We Aim High, to Soar High,” our school culture is built on the belief that every child can succeed when provided with the right support. We place student relationships and Restorative Practices at the forefront of everything we do, ensuring that staff and students engage in meaningful dialogue to support academic and social-emotional growth. By prioritizing student voice and fostering a supportive classroom environment, we empower every Falcon to reach their personal and academic goals.
What we offer
Academics
- Individualized Instruction: Teachers use diverse teaching methods to address different learning styles, providing timely and constructive feedback to help students grow.
- Classroom Environment: Building a welcoming and encouraging space that promotes active student participation.
- Goal Setting: Empowering students to define and achieve personal and academic goals through consistent encouragement.
- Community Mentoring: Providing students with professional role models and inspiration through partnerships with Young Men of Alpha, Boys & Girls Club, and Forge Evolution, as well as participation in the annual Educating Children of Color (ECOC) Summit.
Extracurriculars - No Fee
- Athletics: We offer 4th-5th grade intramural basketball and soccer. Middle school offers a wide range of seasonal sports, such as soccer, football, volleyball, cross-country, basketball, wrestling, and cheer.
- Arts Excellence: We cultivate a vibrant arts culture through choir, band, and fine arts. Our program features a CMA National Finalist music teacher and high-achieving students, including the only D2 middle schooler selected for the Colorado All-State Choir, and an exhibit of elementary students' artwork at The Fine Arts Center.
- Clubs: Girls on the Run, Book Club, BASH (band), elementary choir, tutoring, Lego League, Chess Club, Guitar Club, STEAM Challenge
- ELEVATE Program: STEM enrichment and tutoring focusing on math, science, and experiential learning projects like rocketry and coding.
What makes us stand out
Prioritized Student Voice: A recognized strength, we ensure student perspectives are central to our decision-making and school culture.
Relationship-Driven Support: Administrators and staff engage in personal 1:1 conversations to support students' behavioral, academic, and social-emotional journeys.
Community Partnerships: We maintain a wide network of partners who provide mentoring, resources, and career exploration through events such as our annual Career Day.
