K12 News
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May 15, 2025
Congratulations to the PRA Class of 2025!
PRA is excited to celebrate our Class of 2025 graduates at our Commencement Ceremony this Saturday, May 17 from 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Congratulations to all of our graduates! We are so proud of all of you and cannot wait to celebrate our graduating seniors with their families this Saturday. If you are unable to attend, a live stream of the ceremony will be available on YouTube.
EOY Health Office Information for K-12 Families
Parents, as we prepare for the final few weeks of the 2024-25 school year, please read this letter from K-12 Nurse, Jennifer Francis, regarding medication pick-up, immunization reminders, new medication forms for 2025-26, as well as clothing needs for next school year.
Click here to read the full letter, with helpful resource links. Thank you!
Household Change Form if You've Recently Moved!
Hello, PRA Families!
Please remember to complete a Household Change Form if you have moved recently. The completed form along with a current proof of residence can be dropped off in either front office or emailed to registrar@prospectridgeacademy.org
GLC Openings for 2025-26 School Year:
PRA is currently looking for new Grade Level Coordinators (GLCs) for the 2025-26 school year for the following classes:
Class of 2030 (rising 8th graders) (1-2)
Class of 2029 (rising 9th graders) (2)
Class of 2027 (rising 11th graders) (2)
These parent volunteers assist with coordinating events, communications with parents, and assisting parents to improve organizational efficiency. Click to read the full news story.
Click the link to read more about a GLC’s roles and responsibilities. For those interested, please fill out this Google Form.
Office Hours
Front office hours for the PRA K8 and High School buildings:
7:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Monday through Friday
K12 News & Notes
5th & 8th Grade Continuation: The 5th and 8th Grade Continuation ceremonies are scheduled for Wednesday, May 21! An email with event timelines and a map for event entry was emailed to 5th and 8th grade families on Wednesday, May 7.
Read our news story for complete information regarding 8th Grade Continuation sign-in for guests, name tag information, siblings dismissal form and opportunities to volunteer!
PRA Host Families Needed: Nonprofit EF High School Exchange Year (EF) is looking for caring volunteer Prospect Ridge Academy host families for EF international students that will arrive to Colorado in August 2025.
To learn more about available EF students, and on how to make an EF student’s dream of studying in the USA come true, please contact Melissa as soon as possible via email or by calling 720-759-8605. For more information, check out our news story.
Lunch Menu:
The PRA school lunch menu is available here.
K8 Lunch Menu (May)
HS Lunch Menu (May)
A huge thank you to PRA parent Jeffrey Lowther who has taken on the role of turning the menus from St. Vrain's website and turning them into a printable option for parents!
Get Involved!
Interested in getting more involved with the PRA community? There are plenty of ways to do so!
Volunteers Needed for 5th & 8th Grade Continuation Ceremonies
Info on Volunteering Training
More Service Opportunities
Reminders...
Elementary School News
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Library Books Due: May 16
It's that time of year again! ALL library books are due the week of May 12-16 during library class. Students can return their books to the classroom or the library.
During the week (5/12-5/16) students will have the opportunity to bring home a book that has been discarded from the library. You will know this book does not need to be returned because the barcode will be blacked out. This book is now yours to enjoy at home and pass along to someone else when you are done with it!
Attention Rising 6th grade Parents
We are so excited to welcome a new batch of Middle School Miners! As we all start looking ahead to next school year, please see the linked slide deck presentation for information key to all new middle school families.
View the presentation here. Our Middle School Counselor, Mr. Eaker, will be hosting an in-person Q&A on Monday, May 12, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. He will also host a virtual Q&A at a later date for those unable to attend.
5th Grade Band and Orchestra Next Year
Want to play a band or orchestra instrument? This is the place for you! Students tried some instruments this past week and were sent home with flyers on where to get instruments. If your student would like to OPT into band or orchestra for next year, please fill out this form.
Field Day: Packed Lunch Needed and Pre-Order Kona Ice
Please note that there will not be lunch service on Elementary Field Day on Tuesday, May 20. Please plan to send a lunch with your child on that day.
Click here to pre-order a snow cone from Kona Ice for your student(s) for field day. Pre-order is the ONLY way to purchase a treat for your student(s). We do not accept payment on the day of. The pre-pay link will close the night before field day on May 19th.
Executive Function Bootcamp for Incoming 6th Graders
This summer, PRA is thrilled to introduce its very first Executive Functioning (EF) Bootcamp for all incoming 6th graders! We strongly encourage all 6th graders to participate in this fantastic opportunity.
As students transition to middle school, they will benefit from a dedicated Executive Function (EF) course designed to equip them with essential skills for success. This course will incorporate research-based strategies and techniques to foster effective studying and learning habits. During the boot camp, students will develop vital Executive Function skills that not only enhance their academic performance but also build a foundation for lifelong learning. Don't miss out on this chance to empower your child as they embark on their middle school journey!
Skills include flexible thinking, organizational skills, planning and time management, self-advocating, and starting tasks. Please register for one of the five sessions here! Scholarship assistance is available! Please email Kathryn Hinshaw.
First Tee Golf Discount
The First Tee program has offered a discount for any students who are interested in golfing. The discount is 50% off of a program/lessons (use code 50inschool). Check out program and lesson options at: https://firstteecoloradorockymountains.org/programs/
Mighty Miner Football Camp
The Mighty Miner Football Camp is open to students who will be going into 3rd - 8th grade! Coaches and varsity players will be teaching football skills and drills to introduce or sharpen your game! You can sign up here. For more information on Mighty Miner Football Camp, view the event flyer!
Last Week to Order a Yearbook
Did you forget to order a yearbook? There are limited amounts left. Students will come home with them next week. Click here for your last chance to order!
Middle School News
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MS Finals Schedule: May 19-23
Finals Week is scheduled for May 19-23. Student dismissal is at 11:20 a.m. Monday-Wednesday of Finals Week and at 9:45 a.m. on Thursday, unless a student has scheduled a make-up exam with a teacher for that day.
Students are released as usual at those times. For more information and clarifications on Finals Week, read our news story here!
With finals right around the corner, the counseling department wants to remind all students that stress and anxiety are normal. Try these techniques to manage and reduce anxiety, and study smarter this finals season!
6th Grade Field Day and 7th Grade Picnic With Kona Ice!
Field day for 6th grade, and the 7th grade Picnic, is on Friday May 16!
Students will go to all classes in the morning 1st-7th period before lunch (short class periods).
Please check the weather. If it’s light rain and no lightning then we are on! Rain jackets would be helpful. If the weather is too bad we will have to cancel. Students will do fun alternate activities inside classrooms. Reminder: All students attending must have all required service hours completed.
Kona Ice is coming to Field Day and the Picnic! Students must pre-purchase Kona Ice and they can order one for a friend!
Library Books Due: May 16
It's that time of year again! Middle School students are required to return ALL library books back by Friday, May 16!
Thank you for your assistance!
Mighty Miner Football Camp
This summer, PRA Football will also be hosting the Mighty Miner Football Camp, open to students who will be going into 3rd-8th grade! Coaches and varsity players will be teaching football skills and drills to introduce or sharpen your game! You can sign up here. For more information on Mighty Miner Football Camp, view the event flyer!
Rising 8th Grade Parents - Get Recognition Ads for the Cheapest Price Now!
Parents of rising 8th grade students, congratulate your 8th grader in their 2026 yearbook! Receive an early bird discount for ads completed with payment by October 31, 2025.
The final deadline to submit and pay for an ad at the regular price is November 18, 2025.
You will receive detailed information in the fall, or you can visit TheYearbookCompany.com. Online ordering will be available beginning July 15, 2025.
8th Grade End of Year Field Trip - Boondocks!
We are thrilled to celebrate the end of an amazing school year with our 8th graders at Boondocks! This special field trip is a way to recognize their hard work, growth, and accomplishments as they get ready to take the next step in their academic journey.
This field trip will take place on Friday, May 16 at Boondocks (11425 Community Center Dr, Northglenn, CO). Students will depart on the school bus at 9:30 a.m. and students will be picked up directly from Boondocks by a parent or authorized adult by 2:00 p.m. Visit this Cheddar Up link to complete the permission slip and registration.
For more information, such as what is included and important reminders, visit our news story here!
Regret Not Buying a Yearbook? It's Not Too Late!
The yearbooks are arriving soon! Yearbooks are limited and will be sold on a first come, first serve basis. They will be on sale until June 1. Purchase online or in person with cash or check made out to Prospect Ridge Academy. Place an online order here.
High School News
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High School Finals Information
High School parents and students, please take a few minutes to review the HS final exam schedule As a college prep high school with a strong academic focus, final exams are an important part of making sure our students have the skills, knowledge, and experience to be successful in both HS classes and college. Read Principal DiGiacomo's full letter here!
Senior final exams: May 12-16
9th-11th grade final exams: May 19-23
With finals right around the corner, the counseling department wants to remind all students that stress and anxiety are normal. Try these techniques to manage and reduce anxiety, and study smarter this finals season!
High School Pages
*Remember to check your grade-level pages for information from your GLC.
Congratulations to our Senior Awards Winners!
On Wednesday, PRA was honored to celebrate our 2024-25 Senior Award winners during our annual ceremony and dessert event.
Click the link to view the complete list of Senior Award winners from Wednesday! PRA also attempted to get at least one photo of each award winner. Click on this link to view the photo album.
College Admissions Bootcamp
This summer (July 28-August 1) rising seniors (Class of 2026) have the opportunity to participate in an intensive week-long college admissions bootcamp workshop with Dr. LeCarner.
The Bootcamp will take place at PRA in the high school library from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and the fee for the Bootcamp is $500. For more information, visit our news story here. To sign up, click here.
Athletics News
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T&F: Good Luck at State!
The PRA High School track and field programs will be sending a total of 17 student-athletes to the 2025 CHSAA Track and Field Championships, held this Thursday-Saturday (May 15-17) at Jeffco Stadium in Lakewood.
Action gets underway at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday. Final events begin at 12:50 p.m. on Saturday, with a special graduation ceremony by CHSAA honoring senior student-athletes beginning at 12:30 p.m. prior to competition. Click this link to read the full story, to see our complete list of qualifiers, and to access the event schedule.
Baseball Begins Class 3A Tournament on Saturday!
The PRA High School baseball team will begin its postseason run this weekend down in Colorado Springs! The Miners earned the No. 9 seed, the highest in program history, and will take on No. 24 seed Salida at 1:30 p.m. on The Classical Academy campus. Click here for full story.
If PRA wins, they will play again at 4 p.m. Saturday for the right to move on to the Class 3A quarterfinals. Click here to purchase your tickets!
Girls Golf Qualifies Four Miners for 2A State Tournament
Congratulations to our PRA High School girls' golf team on a strong Class 2A Region 2 performance!
Senior golfer Hope Torres won the tournament as an individual, while the trio of Saya Neima, Ye Yoon Choi and Ashley Dinges all earned qualifying spots for next week's Class 2A State Tournament, as well!
The Class 2A State Tournament will be held May 19-20 at Pueblo Country Club.
Girls' Tennis Earn Class 3A Runner-Up Finish
Congratulations to the PRA girls' tennis team for earning the program's first ever Class 3A runner-up finish this week.
The Miners gave top-seed Peak to Peak all it could handle in the Class 3A Championship match, falling by a narrow 4-3 final. Click here to read more.
Congratulations on a tremendous season, Miners!
Congratulations on a Great Season, Girls' Soccer!
The PRA Athletic Department would like to congratulate our high school girls’ soccer team on a tremendous and record-setting 2025 season!
Our Miners finished the season 14-4 overall and advanced all the way to the Class 3A Tournament quarterfinals. PRA also set a program record with an 11-0 start to the season and a run up to the No. 1 ranking in Class 3A earlier this spring.
Volunteering and Community Service
