At Aspen Ridge Preparatory School we are a community of learners that was built BY the community to build UP the community. We are a school that is student centered, that is safe for all to learn and grow, and where families are involved, committed, and engaged.
We value academic excellence and character, and we understand and value diversity, meeting students where they are and encouraging them to grow into valuable and integrated members of the community. Our commitment to small class sizes allows us to meet the unique needs of each student. We pride ourselves on our low student to teacher ratio in each class, which fosters strong relationships. Everyone at ARPS has a name and is "known." No one is invisible here.
We are fortunate to have families that are involved, committed, and engaged in their children's education. Our parents volunteer at the school when needed, contribute to staff appreciation events, support classroom teachers, and "show up" when someone in our community is in need of support. We are a school that feels like family.
Business Review
"I worked in Erie for 3 years before my family and I moved to town. Even before we moved here I knew I wanted my kids to go to Aspen Ridge. Not only had I heard wonderful things about the Principal and the teachers but I loved the story of how the school was founded. Sending our kids to Aspen Ridge is one of the best decisions we have made. We absolutely love the staff, the small class sizes, the teaching philosophies, and the other families who attend the school. On top of all of that, we couldn’t be more proud of the way the school navigated Covid. Not only did they offer parents flexible options for being online or in person but Aspen Ridge is one of the only schools in the area who remained open for full-time, in-person learning the entire school year without interruptions. This was possible because of the school’s commitment to the students and their families and the parents’ commitment to their children and the school. None of this could have been easy for the school to navigate but they made it happen because they care deeply about their students. We are proud to be Aspen Ridge Owls."
Barbour Family- 3 Owls
"My husband and I are extremely proud that our children are Owls! Aspen Ridge Prep School gives us that private school feel that we were looking for, and is very hard to find, when we moved to Colorado. Small class sizes, uniforms, vibrant teachers, specials classes (art, PE & music) and amazing leadership. ARPS is the best of both worlds……a public school that is allowed a lot more flexibility thanks to being a Charter School run by a strong Board. We love that our children are never lost in the shuffle, known by name, encouraged, supported and challenged to SOAR. It’s always a great day to be an Owl!"
Schmitt Family- 2 Owls
