It’s more than Science, Tech, Engineering, and Math—it’s a problem-based, hands-on learning model that builds critical thinking and creativity across all subjects, including arts and humanities.

They come for opportunity and stay because they’re supported, challenged, and inspired to build a future that fits them.

Not at all. STEM is designed for exploration. Students discover their interests through career tracks, electives, and expert guidance. Our programs in business, art, psychology, design, and media are equally robust. Students with all passions thrive here.

No. We welcome a wide range of learners, including twice-exceptional and neurodiverse students, and offer personalized support for each.

Yes. STEM students are athletes, performers, and scholars. Our schedule supports a balanced, full high school experience.

STEM High School uses a rotating block schedule with extended class periods that give students time to dive deeper into learning. Students attend four longer classes each day on alternating Blue and Gold days, with class periods ranging from 80 to 105 minutes. This allows for richer discussions, hands-on projects, and fewer transitions throughout the day. This schedule is designed to balance academic depth, personal support, and flexibility. Students also benefit from a dedicated Access period twice a week for mentoring, school-wide assemblies. social emotional learning, and goal setting and an optional teacher office hours period from 3:30–4:00 PM for extra support (days based on teacher scheduling).

• Blue Days (Monday & Wednesday): Periods 1, 3, 5, 7

• Gold Days (Tuesday & Thursday): Periods 2, 4, 6, 8

• Fridays include all 8 periods in shorter 45–65 minute blocks to maintain continuity across the week.

SECONDARY BLOCK SCHEDULE

STEM Athletics is sanctioned through the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA).  STEM offers the following sports:

Boys & Girls Varsity: Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Golf

Boys & Girls Junior Varsity: Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball

High School COED: Cheer, E-sports, Speech & Debate

 If your child participates in a CHSAA-sanctioned sport that isn’t currently offered at STEM, they still have options. According to CHSAA rules, STEM students are eligible to compete for their neighborhood (boundary) school in sports not available at STEM—provided all eligibility requirements are met. This allows students to remain fully enrolled at STEM while still pursuing their sport at the high school level. Our Athletic Director Susan Jones welcomes conversations with future STEM students to discuss your particular situation. 

athletics@stemk12.org

We believe families are essential partners in student success. From regular communications, volunteer opportunities, and open access to our counselors and leadership team, we ensure that families are informed, involved, and empowered throughout the high school journey.