Sarah Milner Early Childhood

Each classroom at our Stansberry site is integrated, so children who qualify for special education through Child Find learn side by side with peers enrolled through Head Start, Colorado Universal Preschool or a tuition-based spot. Stansberry houses three integrated preschool classrooms and an Intensive Learning Center classroom, all part of Thompson Integrated Early Childhood, which runs preschool at 15 locations in Thompson School District. We serve 3 and 4 year olds. Classes meet four days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, in morning and afternoon sessions of roughly three hours. Our teachers hold bachelor's or master's degrees in education, many certified in special education, and our paraprofessionals are certified Early Childhood Teachers. Speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists visit classrooms weekly. We teach with The Creative Curriculum, a play-based, hands-on program, and Second Step for social-emotional learning, aligned with Colorado academic standards and Head Start Child Outcomes. Priority goes to returning students and children in the year before kindergarten.

Garfield Elementary School is an integrated school of the arts located in Loveland, dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment for students, particularly those with diverse learning needs. Serving children from early childhood through elementary grades, the school specializes in supporting students with language-based learning disabilities and those who are twice-exceptional. The school's core mission revolves around empowering every child to reach their full potential through a rich blend of academic and artistic programs. Garfield Elementary employs innovative therapeutic methodologies that integrate artistic expression into the curriculum, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes. Students participate in a variety of hands-on activities, such as field trips to local museums and interactive science performances like LocoMotion, which combine entertainment with educational value. These experiences not only stimulate creativity but also promote critical thinking and collaboration among peers. What sets Garfield Elementary apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized attention for each child. The school actively fosters strong partnerships with families, recognizing that collaboration between educators and parents is essential for student success. Additionally, Garfield offers specialized facilities that support various learning styles and needs, along with unique community events that celebrate diversity and inclusion. This holistic approach creates a nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically and socially.

High Plains School in Loveland serves kindergarten through grade 8 with a STEAM program grounded in problem-based learning. Students complete at least two projects each year and explore the arts as a way to communicate and solve problems. Elementary learners take art, music, PE, innovation, and library specials, with daily recess and movement breaks.