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Four day school week (Tues-Fri, 7:30-3:30). Christ-Centered, while welcoming students of all faiths.
Expeditionary Learning style of teaching, including project-based studies.
Outdoor Expeditions for K-8th including backpacking, rock climbing, xc skiing, snow shoeing, and hiking.
Emphasis on character formation and spiritual development. At less than a third of the cost of the state average, DPCA is a worthy investment in your child's future.
DPCA understands both the amazing opportunities and challenging
aspects of raising a family in a small town because we have been
partnering with parents to grow strong kids here for over 35 years.
When choosing a school for your child, you may not have the
plethora of options as you would in a city here in Chaffee County,
but you will quickly find that DPCA`s unique offerings stands out
among options across the nation.
As an exemplary school in the Christian Expeditionary Learning
movement, DPCA offers truly excellent academics that prepare
students for future success in continued education, career
opportunities, healthy lifestyles, and in becoming agents of good
in the world. Our exceptional staff are leaders in learning and are
dedicated to guiding students in their studies in order to develop
an authentic love of learning. With hands-on curriculum that is
active, engaging, and actually fun, students look forward to coming
to school each day.
We compliment our rigorous academics with unforgettable
adventures focused on character formation, spiritual development,
and teaching students technicals skills for how to engage with the
outdoors. Four times a year, each class has the opportunity to
backpack, rock climb, xc ski, snow shoe, and hike together. Don't
take our word for it, though - OutdoorLeaders.com rated DPCA as one
of the top Outdoor Programs in the nation... and our parents love
seeing their kids thrive on these adventures!
You don`t have to choose between the lifestyle benefits of
raising your family in a beautiful, mountain town and the
educational opportunities found in a city. As the #1 Christian
Expeditionary Learning school in Colorado, we provide the highest
quality education right here in the heart of the Arkansas River
Valley. Feel confident that you are setting your child up to
discover an authentic love of learning and life of opportunity by
enrolling DPCA today. Visit www.dpcaweb.org to learn more.
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