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peace symbol made up by Horizons K8 students

Our Story

Horizons started as a Kindergarten-6th grade, two-year pilot program in 1991 with 92 students in two portable facilities.

We have continued to grow, becoming a charter school in 1997.
Teacher-led, Horizons has been educating students successfully for over 30 years!

Outdoor Ed Student climbing wall

Our Vision

Our vision is to develop a community of reflective learners who advocate for themselves, others, and a just world.

7/8th grade students learning outdoors

Our Mission

Our mission at Horizons is to guide students to become self-directed learners in a supportive,
collaborative environment
rooted in critical thinking, justice, and choice.

1st 2nd grade students reading

 

2024-25 Enrollment: 363 students


Small Class Sizes: Average Student/Teacher ratio is 11 to 1

Instructional Approach: Self-Directed Learning

Horizons maintains an additional website, managed and operated by the Horizons Community Group (parent volunteers). To take a look at all of our community-building and fundraising events and to see what is on the Horizon, click here 

4545 Sioux Drive  Boulder, Colorado 80303
 horizonsk8.office@bvsd.org  /  720.561.3600

Proud to be a  BVSD school. Learn more and enroll at bvsd.org.

Horizons K8 Nondiscrimination Policy

 

 
 

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Pearl Street in Boulder

Yesterday’s attack on a peaceful vigil in the heart of our community is not only a vile assault on our Jewish community—it is an attack on us all. Those bearing the physical wounds from this unprovoked violence are in pain today—we wish them successful and speedy recoveries. Our hearts are also with those bearing psychological wounds, who may find themselves fearful today—we hope you are surrounded by love to lighten the burden.

Read More about We stand united in condemning acts of antisemitism, hate and violence and are committed to bridging differences through collaboration, empathy and our shared humanity
Students eating popsicles

This time of the year is always special. As the school year wraps up, it’s a perfect time for all of us to reflect on what has been accomplished and how much all of our students have grown. I couldn’t be more proud. As we begin Summer Break, I hope that it is a fun and safe time of learning and adventure!

Read More about Happy Summer Break, BVSD!