SOAR


SOAR Schools is a new network of public charter schools committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities to students in Far Northeast Denver.

All SOAR schools offer an innovative, holistic approach to education that includes an extended school day, and daily enrichment opportunities. At SOAR schools all staff members are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children, so that they in turn, will grow into socially responsible citizens who will make a difference in the world.

Mission

At SOAR schools all staff members are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children, so that they in turn, will grow into socially responsible citizens who will make a difference in the world.

History

SOAR Schools was co-founded by GSS Fellow Gianna Cassetta and Marc Waxman. Gianna and Marc, experienced urban educators, have a 12-year history working together to start and run innovative, high-performing schools. In addition to working as teachers in high-performing schools, they co-founded and then co-directed a charter school in Harlem, NYC for nine years. The SOAR model is based on the best practices developed at the Harlem school; over that time they created a school model that develops the whole child leading to high academic achievement as well as personal development.

School Facts

SOAR
Opened by GSS Fellow Gianna Cassetta

Opening Date: August 2010
Grades served: K-3
# Of Students: 310
Eligible for Free/Reduced Lunch: 70%

Location: Far Northeast Denver
Address: 4800 Telluride Street, Building 4, Denver, CO 80249
Phone: (720) 287-5100
Website: http://www.soardenver.org/
Email: info@soardenver.org
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Career Opportunities

Achievement Results

As a newly opened school, achievement results are limited, however:
  • SOAR@GVR’s data clearly indicate that students made significant strides, both throughout the year and compared to DPS. On average SOAR classes scored 18 percentage points higher than other DPS students.
  • On average, SOAR had a 95.1% attendance rate.
  • SOAR@GVR has an extensive wait list at every grade level indicating strong interest in and support from the local community.