History: Douglass Valley Elementary opened its doors to students in 1959 and
was named after Robert Douglass who homesteaded in the area in the 1860’s.
Several building additions were added to the original building and the early
student population was comprised of mostly officers’ children. In 2008, Pine
Valley Elementary (located on USAFA) closed and many students and staff members
joined our school and positively contributed to our climate. At the
beginning of the 2009 school year, we dedicated our new artificial turf soccer
field. DVE, in partnership with USAFA Civil Engineering, Forest City
Enterprises, District 20 and Peak Scapes Inc., now has a great all-weather
surface for students to play on and they continue to enjoy it.
School Profile: The school is located
on the grounds of the United States Air Force Academy, situated in one of the
two housing areas. Our current enrollment is approximately 325 students,
in grades K - 5. We have a diverse student population that consists of military
and civilian families, with officer and enlisted families, as part of one
community.
Points of Pride: There are many
opportunities for student pride and involvement. In addition to the Veterans
Day Parade, Science Day, 100 Day Celebration, Junior Achievement, Math Day, and
many other in-school extensions of the curriculum, students have opportunities
to participate in Student Council, intramurals, spirit days, robotics, hand bells, Battle of the
Books, and choir. To address Colorado Academic and Common Core
Standards, DVE utilizes Wonders, Engage New York, and Write from the Beginning
curriculums. The Common Core Standards direct our social studies and
science curriculum.
DVE Mission: The mission of
Douglass Valley Elementary School, in partnership with families, staff, and our
military community, is to educate each student in a safe, nurturing, and
mutually respectful environment where academic excellence and exemplary
character are achieved through problem solving, collaboration, and
critical-thinking.
