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Why We Study The Classics

Why We Study The Classics

Ms. Flatt, Upper School Department Head and Literature Teacher at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado, was asked to write on the importance of studying the classics: "Stories are powerful things. They tell us who we are, and in turn they also shape who we...

Headmaster Announcement

Headmaster Announcement

January 26, 2023 • Golden, Colorado The governing board for Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools unanimously approved and appointed a head of school for a campus opening in the 27J school district (Brighton/Thornton/Commerce City) during its regular board meeting...

27J Board Approves Ascent Classical Charter Application

27J Board Approves Ascent Classical Charter Application

NEWS RELEASE  OCTOBER 5, 2022 17:00 MDT BRIGHTON, Colo. – The 27J Schools Board of Education approved the charter application for Ascent Classical Academy of 27J in a unanimous vote held Tuesday, Sept. 27, during its regular board meeting. The Board's approval of...

Rising Above The Prevailing Culture

Rising Above The Prevailing Culture

Enrollment season provides a chance to meet prospective parents, answer their questions, and get to know what they are looking for in a school. I always enjoy these sessions as I get a chance to brag about what we do and why we do it. I am constantly impressed by the...

The Pursuit of Truth at a Time of Unrest

The Pursuit of Truth at a Time of Unrest

As a nation, our conscience was pricked by the horrific death of George Floyd and the collective outrage of American citizens speaks well of us as a country. History has many examples of countries, governments, and citizens which do not regard human suffering as...

Counting Our Blessings

Counting Our Blessings

At a time when good news seems hard to come by, I want to take a moment to highlight a few of the positives that we, as a classical learning community, can hold on to and cherish even during this difficult time. While this is not how any of our students and families...

Teaching History

A Letter from the Principal Dear Golden View Classical Academy supporter, A typical and sadly misguided criticism of classical education, and really any education that is serious about civic knowledge, comes in the form of a question. Sarcastically, and with a...