Pull up a seat at the table
There is no typical classroom at Peak.
Whether examining a patient using new medical vocabulary in Spanish, practicing conversational Chinese in a text message to peers, building interactive multimedia stories in English class, or attending a cadaver workshop in science, students are engaged in learning and practicing skills that not only enhance their understanding of content, but also prepare them to be self-confident critical thinkers and creative problem solvers.
Explore beyond your classroom
Outdoor education (OE) at The Peak School means more than simply putting on your hiking boots and going for a long walk.
Our OE program is built on the tenets of leadership, communication, and teamwork. We celebrate the beginning of a new academic year not in the classroom, but rather outside, exploring our local rivers and trails and connecting with old friends and new. A commitment to exploration and play in the outdoors is integral to The Peak School community.
Capstone
Capstone is an independent project students will complete during their Division IV year. Throughout 12th grade, students take the Senior Project Planning course, where they will have the opportunity to create an independent project that demonstrates the skills they cultivated. Students are encouraged to use their project as an opportunity to do first-hand research, shadow professionals, and seek hands-on experience. During the third quarter, students will spend time off campus in pursuit of their project goals.
The Capstone project culminates with a college-level research paper and presentation to the school.
Become a life-long learner
“If we teach today’s students as we taught yesterday’s, we rob them of tomorrow.”
- John Dewey
At Peak, we believe that learning should be personalized and holistic, which is reflected in our grading philosophy. Life-long learners don't do work just for the grade, they grow skills that foster curiosity and encourage inquiry. As a student, you are assessed using skills-based rubrics, and must demonstrate your mastery in each skill before moving ahead.
Discover your passions
As a senior at The Peak school, you don't just learn about your passions, you live them.
For three out of four quarters, you engage in an academically challenging college-level curriculum. Schedules are designed to offer more flexibility and ownership of your learning, while also fostering time-management skills crucial for post-secondary success. In addition to core classes, you focus on a self-designed, year-long capstone project. In third-quarter, you embark on an experiential internship to further research and "live" your project.
Join our mountain community
In 2017, Business Insider selected Summit County as "the healthiest place in America." Affectionately referred to as "Colorado's playground," Summit boasts some of the greatest outdoor recreation spaces in the nation. Locals enjoy easy access to skiing, mountain biking, climbing, hiking, rafting, and sailing. The Peak School campus is located within a 30 minute drive of five of Colorado's most popular ski resorts. It's no wonder everyone is so healthy!