Cactus Bloom Community School

Caprock Academy is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school dedicated to providing a classical education that fosters both intellectual and moral development. Serving a diverse range of students, including those with unique learning needs, Caprock Academy emphasizes the importance of character alongside academic achievement. The school's mission is to empower all students to reach their highest potential through a rigorous curriculum grounded in the principles of the Trivium"”Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. This structured approach not only cultivates critical thinking and effective communication but also instills integrity, perseverance, and personal responsibility in each student. At Caprock Academy, early education is characterized by purposeful learning that encourages curiosity and joyful discovery. The phonics-based reading instruction equips students with essential skills for decoding language, promoting fluent reading and comprehension as part of their lifelong love for literature. The integration of visual and performing arts into the curriculum nurtures creativity and self-expression, allowing students to discover their voices while developing confidence. What sets Caprock Academy apart is its commitment to maintaining low student-teacher ratios, ensuring personalized attention for each learner. Strong partnerships with families enhance the educational experience, fostering a supportive community that prioritizes collaboration in nurturing each child's growth. Through dedicated mentorship from compassionate educators who serve as role models, students are not only prepared for academic success but also equipped to lead lives of purpose and service within their communities.

Child Find is Mesa County Valley School District 51's free evaluation and referral program for children ages 3 through 5 in the Grand Junction area. The program exists to determine whether a child has a developmental delay or disability that qualifies them for special education and related services before they start kindergarten. Families who are concerned their child is not meeting developmental milestones can request a screening through the district, which coordinates evaluation and, where eligible, connects the child with early-childhood special education services.

Each grade at Dual Immersion Academy brings together 24 English-dominant and 24 Spanish-dominant students, who learn side by side in both languages. Half of the day is taught in English, focused on math and English language arts, and the other half in Spanish, covering Spanish language arts, science and social studies. Every grade has two teachers, one English-dominant and one Spanish-dominant. We are a kindergarten through fifth grade academic option school in Mesa County Valley School District 51. Kindergarten seats are filled through a supervised, double-blind lottery held after winter break, while grades 1 to 5 enroll as space allows, with a waitlist kept through the year. Families applying for a Spanish-dominant seat complete a language dominance verification. Our three pillars are bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement and sociocultural competence. Parents commit to supporting second language learning at home, and our PTA runs family events such as bingo nights. Bus routes, breakfast and lunch, and a bilingual counselor serve our Bobcats.