The CSS admission application deadline is February 1 for priority admission. Once an application is complete, including all supporting documents, the Admission Committee reviews the file and invites qualified applicants for a visit and assessment. These visits can begin as early as November if an application and all required supporting documents have been received.
Yes, an interview is a required component of the application process for 6th - 11th grade applicants. International students who do not visit the CSS campus may arrange for a Skype interview.
ECS stands for Experience Centered Seminar. These Upper School seminars are a central element of the school’s academic year. Each March, Upper School students participate in a 3 week program which immerses them in academic subjects through a first-hand, interdisciplinary experience. Academic requirements include oral and written presentations, term papers, group work, projects, and final exams.
The developmentally approriate comparision to ECS’s in Middle School are Seminars and in Children’s School are Fall Trips and Colorado Expeditions.
One of our unique programs is the advisory system. Each advisee group is made up of approximately 12 students. Regular meetings with advisors help students stay on target academically and socially by setting focused goals. The advisor becomes the advocate and mentor for the student and is another point of contact for the parents.
Middle School
Each student in the Middle School (MS) has a faculty advisor who monitors progress and establishes a supportive relationship. The advisor stays with the advisee group through a student’s tenure in MS. The advisory group is comprised of students in the same grade.
Upper School
In Upper School, the advisory group includes students representing 9th through 12th grades. Students have the same advisor through graduation.
Classes begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. and conclude at 3:15 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday. Faculty and staff are on campus for extended hours.
The Children’s School offers caring, on-campus supervision for an additional charge from 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and from 3:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Extended care in the afternoon is available for Pre-K students. Morning care is a charge of $3.25, Drop-In Reservations are a charge of $6.50 per hour.
Yes, bus stops are located throughout the community and based on demand may include stops in Monument, Powers corridor, and Pueblo. Visit our transportation page for specific locations.
Accredited by The Association of Colorado Independent Schools and a proud member of The National Association of Independent Schools.
National Association of Independent Schools-
The NAIS is the national voice of independent education which represents approximately 1,400 independent schools and ensures these schools uphold high education standards.
The Association of Colorado Independent Schools-
The ACIS is dedicated to the improvement of member schools by accrediting, supporting, and promoting each school by fostering excellence in teaching and learning.
Our offerings include soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross-country, tennis, lacrosse, swimming and golf. Visit the Athletics page for more information.
No, it is not required but highly recommended that international students participate in a Homestay experience. Some international students live with family members who reside locally.
To apply for Indexed Tuition, parents must complete the online SSS Parent Financial Statement by February 1 each year and provide the most recent Federal Tax Return (1040, W-2s and all schedules) by February 1. If you are applying after the February 1 deadline, please inquire as to the availability of Indexed Tuition funds.
In order to apply for Indexed Tuition, an Admission application must be completed.
See the Affording CSS page for more information on Indexed Tuition.
