Summer Programs

Columbine Cougars have many opportunities to engage in learning beyond the traditional school year. This includes:

Project Launch (on-site)
Through Project Launch, elementary students can strengthen their reading and math skills during the summer in a fun, friendly camp-like environment. They will receive small classroom instruction from high-quality St. Vrain teachers, allowing them to get extra support for a great start on the upcoming school year. Students exiting kindergarten thru fifth grade are eligible to attend at no cost to families. Please contact our office for more information if you are interested.

Community Schools Camps
Community Schools Summer Camps provide opportunities to enrich the lives of children in safe and welcoming environments, supporting them to realize their highest potential. The child care staff offer extended, enrichment, and recreation activities to support a well rounded experience. Summer Wraparound Pre-K Camp is open to 3, 4 and 5 year olds. Summer School Age Camp is open to 5 to 12 year olds.

Innovation Academy and SuperSTEM Camps
The Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools offers innovative, hands-on learning experiences that engage and challenge students and incorporate human-centered design thinking. Camps are taught primarily by student designers and teachers from the Innovation Center, and offer a wide-range of fun STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) activities.

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May 1, 2026

Columbine Elementary, Soaring Heights PK-8 Highlight Innovation as Apple Distinguished Schools

Columbine Elementary and Soaring Heights PK-8 have been recognized as Apple Distinguished Schools, a designation that highlights innovation in teaching and learning through the effective use of technology. The honor is awarded to schools that demonstrate a clear vision for learning, strong leadership, and evidence of continuous innovation. The application must be renewed every three...<br><a title="Columbine Elementary, Soaring Heights PK-8 Highlight Innovation as Apple Distinguished Schools" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/05/01/columbine-elementary-soaring-heights-pk-8-highlight-innovation-as-apple-distinguished-schools/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Columbine Elementary, Soaring Heights PK-8 Highlight Innovation as Apple Distinguished Schools </span>Read More</a>

Apr 29, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year

St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/29/st-vrain-valley-schools-earns-national-recognition-as-a-best-community-for-music-education-for-sixth-consecutive-year/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year </span>Read More</a>

Apr 16, 2026

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