Special Programs and Distinctions

Jane Goodall Visits Horizons K8 School

Horizons was honored to host renowned anthropologist, Jane Goodall. Jane came to our school to talk to us about her ground breaking work with chimpanzees and to remind us about the wisdom of our animal friends.  All grades K-8, parents, community members and the press spent an afternoon captivated by Ms. Goodall's stories.  She spoke of her respect and admiration for Nature and its many forms. We ended our time together by planting trees in "Gombe Grove". Each of the 10 trees was named for one of Jane's chimpanzees.  Gombe Grove flourishes today at Horizons. 

Recognitions and Awards

• Recipient 2011 BEST Award (Building Excellent Schools Today) – $5 million grant for remodeling and an addition to our school to address health and safety needs
• 2014 & 2018 John Irwin Schools of Excellence Award
• 2013 Impact on Education Classroom Grants Award
• Recognized by Colorado School Grades as a #1 School in Colorado
• 2013 Great Outdoors Colorado recipient of $100,000 grant
• 2011 Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award
• 2011 Boulderganic from Eco-Cycle and Boulder Weekly
• Over ten years as a Green Star School with a focus on reducing our school-wide carbon footprint on an annual basis
• In 2022, Horizons partnered with Western Education Equity Assistance Center (WEEAC) to increase Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching and commit to anti-racism work
• 2023 John Irwin School of Excellence Award
• 2024 8th Grade Ultimate Frisbee Team State Championships
• 2024 Battle of the Books Statewide Competition- 6th grade winner