A Final Sendoff for FHS Falcons, Class of 2020

District 49 closed out the 2019-2020 academic year with a graduation ceremony to honor the Falcon High School Class of 2020.

Scorpion Graduates Celebrate, Score with Outdoor Graduation

The sting of COVID-19 prevented some of the usual end-of-year senior festivities to take place as planned, but the SCHS Scorpions Class of 2020 finally celebrated.

VRHS Celebrates Graduation Outdoors with Family

The Vista Ridge High School Class of 2020 gathered together for one last time on a beautiful June morning to celebrate their graduation.

Central Registration Office Is Open

Starting on Monday, June 22, the District 49 Central Registration Office is open by appointment only.

Dream of Teaching Made Possible for Three Staff

For three paraprofessionals in District 49, fitting college into their demanding schedule is a dream come true and a chance to cultivate their life’s mission.

PHS Class of 2020 Starts Post-Grad Season in Center Field

PHS celebrated graduating seniors with a socially distanced, drive-in movie theater style ceremony May 23

PPEC Perseveres, Celebrates Class of 2020

Parents and family members sat in decorated cars and made lots of noise in the parking lot at VRHS May 22 to help honor the PPEC Class of 2020.

SSAE Grads a New Class of Trailblazers

The purple-robed, Springs Studio for Academic Excellence Class of 2020, kicked off graduation season in the era of COVID-19, May 22.

PPEC Freshman Presents $5700 to Local Nonprofit

It started with an assignment in Julie Butterworth’s biology class at Pikes Peak Early College. She asked students to select a nonprofit and assist with a campaign.

VRHS Team Leads State in LifeSmarts

One group of Vista Ridge High School seniors is proving they have the skills to take on the real world. The LifeSmarts team finished first in Colorado.

Bus Drivers Needed

District 49 is hiring bus drivers. A full time bus driver position is fully benefitted.

Ridgeview Elementary Earns National Award

For a third year, RVES earned top recognition among schools across our country as a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School.

Team Members Thanked for Making an Impact

District 49 celebrated staff members who have made a significant difference to students and colleagues.

D49 Celebrates Staff Who Go Above and Beyond

Individuals across District 49 deliver their best every day. D49 honored four deserving staff members Feb. 13.

BOE Appoints Director District Four

Colorado Springs resident John Koster will serve as Director of D49’s District Four.

D49 Recognizes Staff Members Who Exemplify Excellence

Team members work hard every day to make District 49 the “Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead.”

HMS Students Spread Holiday JOI

The holiday season is about the joy of giving. It’s making others feel merry and bright, and reminding ourselves that small acts of kindness make a big difference.

RES Students Reach for the Stars

Remington Elementary Students had a rare opportunity from The Challenger Learning Center to visit a mobile planetarium on December 10.

SSAE Campus Celebrates Expansion with Groundbreaking

A new look for the Springs Studio of Academic Excellence campus for school year ‘20-’21 is taking shape right now.

D49 Board of Education named 2019 Board of Distinction

State association of school boards recognizes the BOE for its overall record of stable, courageous leadership.

Staff Honored for Demonstrating D49 Cultural Compass

Employees received accolades during the Dec. 12 Fantastic 49 celebration for exhibiting core values of District 49. Honorees share characteristics of care, teamwork and innovation.

District 49 Board of Education sets New Assignments in 2019

D49 welcomes back familiar faces to the Board of Education and greeted a new member at the beginning of December.

Falcon Zone Staff Finalists for Digital Convergence Awards

Firebird Nation Campus Executive Principal Brian Smith and Aaron Lentner, MRES third-grade teacher are finalists for recognition by the National Council on Digital Convergence.

D49 Thankful for Shining Stars Across District

The week before Thanksgiving set the stage as the perfect time for the District 49 family to express gratitude for the inaugural group of Support and Service Stars.

VRHS Show Choir Champions

The Vista Ridge High School Show Choir is showing off some new hardware in its rapidly growing collection of awards at VRHS.

Veterans Celebrated at FESoT

FESoT Students Celebrate Our Military.

Annual Rocky Mountain Restorative Practices Conference

District 49’s DoDEA grant-funded program, BRIGHT, hosted its annual Rocky Mountain Restorative Practices Conference, November 7-8, 2019

BOE Pays Tribute to Military, Students in Fantastic 49

Appreciation for partnerships that support military-connected families in District 49 overflowed before the regular Board of Education meeting Nov. 7.

Falcon Nation Salutes, Thanks Local Military

Patriotism and fanfare filled the air during the Falcon High School Veterans Day assembly Nov. 11. Special guests included Falcon Nation staff members who have served our country.

MRES Celebrate Veterans

Meridian Ranch Elementary School honored veterans with a patriotic concert Nov. 11.

A Grand Opening for Grand Peak Academy

A large crowd spilled out of the bleachers for the Grand Peak Academy ribbon cutting ceremony October 25.

Falcon High Homecoming Filled with Fanfare

School spirit was abundant in the air when Falcon High School kicked off homecoming festivities Oct. 11.

VRHS Homecoming

As the sun set on a partly cloudy Friday night, a week’s worth of homecoming excitement came to a clear crescendo at the Vista Ridge High School stadium.

D49 Offers a Sunrise Salute

Serving those who serve our community: Friday, October 11 marked the inaugural Sunrise Salute at D49.

“Extra Yard” Recognition

Two teachers in District 49 scored regional recognition for going above and beyond in their classrooms. Amy Levi, third-grade teacher at Ridgeview Elementary, and Kortney Sorensen, P.E./health teacher at Falcon High School, were selected as honorees in the Air Force Academy’s “Extra Yard for Teachers” campaign.

SRES Super Day of Science

Springs Ranch Elementary School students participated in “Super Day of Science,” on Sept. 13. Colorado College physics students volunteered their services for the day’s events as they prepared interactive science demonstration shows.

Former NBA Star Sparks Passion Within Firebirds

P.E. teacher Jedd Sims wanted a lesson for his Falcon Middle School students different from the rest. “I’m a big basketball fan and thought it would be unique for our kids to meet a former NBA player,” Sims shared. That’s when he learned about the Denver Nuggets Community Ambassadors.

Grant Dollars Bring Physics to Life with New Tech in FHS Classroom

FHS students are performing an experiment similar to one Galileo attempted 400 years ago in Tim Cerniglia’s Physics 1 class using some updated technology. Working with a $5,000 grant awarded by Century Link, Cerniglia purchased new technology to add practical application to his students’ coursework. 

Sand Creek Stings for Homecoming

Friday the thirteenth and a harvest full moon proved to be good luck for the Sand Creek Scorpions for their homecoming football game vs. Cheyenne Mountain on Sept. 13. Scorpions stung their opponents in a 21-6 victory.

Team Members Honored for Serving, Supporting Others

Staff across District 49 dedicate themselves to helping both students and colleagues. At the heart of how they treat each other and their work is the D49 cultural compass, which emphasizes care and respect. The board of education recognized four individuals during Fantastic 49 festivities before the regular board meeting September 12 for their commitment to serving others.

HMS Students Strive for Excellence

Emileea McWade, eighth-grader at Horizon Middle School, spinning to win cash during the Renaissance Fair Assembly kick off on Aug 23.

Ridgeview Huskies Off to a Great Start for 2019

Ridgeview Huskies Off to a Great Start for 2019

Team Members Make the Grade as Teachers of the Year

A distinguished group of District 49 teachers received accolades from building leaders, parents and students to move to the head of the class as their school’s Teacher of the Year for the 2018-19 school year.

Inspiration View Opens Doors for Academic Excellence in D49

Students and staff unite to begin an academic journey at Inspiration View Elementary School on the first day of school, August 2.

Bennett Bulls Charge into School Year 19-20

As a new school year begins, there are plenty of new faces at Bennett Ranch Elementary School. One of them had an assignment to finish on the first day of school, August 1.

First-Year Teacher Looks Forward to a Bright Year at OES

Odyssey Elementary School second-grade teacher Nicole Hibler joins her students for morning circle time.

New Year, New Leadership for Stetson Elementary

Stetson Raiders returned for another year of learning Aug. 2. The day marked a fresh start for both students and Principal Beth Dowdy, who will serve as the school’s new leader for the 2019-20 school year.

PHS Builds Towards a Successful New School Year

New Patriot High School principal Steve Gard (center) meets with students on the first day of school, Aug. 1.

HMS Panthers Fearlessly Stroll Into New Year

For some students returning to class Aug. 1, big goals are already on the horizon. Excellent grades and exemplary behavior have consistently been part of their history, and now it’s about closing the chapter in middle school with the same track record.

Springs Ranch Welcomes Kindergartners to the New School Year

Springs Ranch Elementary School welcomed kindergartners to the first day of their educational journey on July 31, 2019. Students and parents were welcomed by principal James Kyner and teachers to the building and classrooms.

FHS Welcomes the Class of 2023

FHS uppeclassmen greet incoming freshmen during orientation day activities, July 31.