About Our School
Welcome to Destinations Career Academy of Colorado!
Destinations Career Academy of Colorado (Destinations) is committed to providing a tuition-free, innovative, and authentic learning experience for every student across our state. Since 2008, we have fostered a strong school culture and meaningful learning opportunities. We are proud to offer a cutting-edge and rigorous curriculum that meets the needs of today’s learners.
Serving grades 4–12 with a student body of approximately 700, we work closely with families to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our students graduate from Destinations fully prepared for college, career, and future endeavors that lead to a fulfilling and successful life.
Why choose us?
Personalized Learning for Everyone
- Tuition-Free: All materials are provided at no cost.
- Inclusive Environment: Accessible to all students, regardless of learning style, level, or location.
- Supportive Staff: Our dedicated team supports your child every step of the way.
- Flex Program: We offer greater independence and flexibility for students in good academic standing.
- College and Career Prep Programs
Experienced and Credentialed Teachers
- Our fully state-licensed teachers, including core academic and Career Technical Education instructors, are readily available to provide guidance and support whenever students need it.
- Students attend regularly scheduled live classes led by Destinations teachers.
- State-certified counselors work 1:1 with each student, offering social-emotional guidance and academic and post-secondary planning.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our curriculum makes learning fun with interactive games, videos, and hands-on activities that keep students engaged and supported. We offer:
- Core subjects aligned to Colorado standards
- World Languages
- AP®courses
- Concurrent enrollment (college) courses
- Career Technical Education courses
- Industry-approved certifications
- NCAA-approved courses
Special Programs and Support Services
We support students with diverse learning needs with:
- 504 plans
- IEPs
- Multilingual Learners
- Advanced Learning Plans
Support for At-Risk Students
- Credit recovery courses help students recover credits quickly.
- Summer school course opportunities to help students gain credits.
- Social, emotional, and mental health learning experiences.
- Individualized wrap-around support services.
- Reimbursement lunch program for qualified students.
Career and College Readiness
- Concurrent enrollment credit opportunities with local higher education colleges.
- Internships and apprenticeships that provide real-world experience through local partnerships.
- Career Technical Education programs: Explore high-demand careers starting in grade 6 and earn industry-approved certifications starting in grade 9.
- Opportunities to participate and compete with state and national career and technical student organizations (SkillsUSA, HOSA, DECA, TSA)
Socialization and Clubs
- Virtual Socialization:
- Students can connect with peers by playing virtual games and more in our online hang-out zone, which teachers monitor.
- School clubs: Esports, Outdoor Leadership, Agriculture Club, Peer Leadership, National Honor Society, Video Game Club, Cooking Club, Art Club, and more!
- School events: assemblies, mental wellness days, and more!
- In-Person Socialization: Students have opportunities to attend gatherings throughout the state, such as back-to-school nights, seasonal socials, service days, field trips, competitions, conferences, prom, graduation, continuations, and more.
- Virtual and face-to-face work-based learning opportunities associated with our college and career program.
Our Commitment
Destinations welcomes students into an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters individualized learning, career exploration, and personal growth. Guided by our core values of excellence, connection, perseverance, and respect, we inspire each student through authentic and engaging learning opportunities that empower them to reach their highest potential, thrive in the present, and prepare for college and successful careers in the future.
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