Vision & Mission
In Colorado, facilities that serve students in mental health crises or other severe needs have decreased significantly in recent years. In response, the Cherry Creek School District (CCSD), with money from a bond measure approved by voters in 2020, built its own therapeutic mental health facility to serve students in the district. The total cost of the project was $19 million. Through a coordinated partnership with the CU Department of Psychiatry, Traverse Academy will provide an integrated model of care offering intensive therapeutic services along with a full array of educational offerings to help students understand their mental health needs and successfully transition back to their homeschool settings. The program will offer short-term, comprehensive outpatient care aimed at supporting students and their families to learn tools and develop resiliency to manage their student’s mental health care needs and be successful in their educational journey as they find their Pathway of Purpose. The facility opened in October 2023 as the first-in-the-nation program of its kind to be built and operated by a school district.
Equity Promise
All students feel secure in their identity, knowledge & abilities because we know & leverage student assets.
All students have access & opportunity because we will dismantle barriers and create rigorous learning experiences.
All students take charge of their own learning because we empower them.
We promise all students will see themselves in classrooms, curriculum and school community.
We will teach students the importance of other perspectives so they are inspired to take action and make positive change.
All students know they belong because we care and are invested in them as individuals.
We are visible, encouraging and supportive.
All students and staff are committed to a safe and inviting environment.
We are encouraged to use our voice and speak our truth to do what is best for our kids.
We are trusted to make decisions to ensure instructional excellence for all.
We engage in purposeful collaboration and share responsibility for all students’ success.
We believe our community is an asset.
We are committed to racial consciousness, cultural humility and culturally responsive education.
We will create opportunities for all community members to have a voice, be involved, and participate at our school.
We are committed to clear and consistent communication.
We will all have a heart of action!
JUST CAUSE
Imagine trusting your community to see, honor and protect your whole well-being.
Imagine being invited to be present and engaged in your growth and learning
Imagine a learning environment where everyone feels seen, heard, safe, welcomed and connected.
Imagine knowing you are prepared with skills and tools to confidently and bravely face academic, emotional, and social challenges.
Imagine a place that allows you to become resilient.