The Acumen - July 2024

neighborhood to the years on the Clayton Early Learning Center Campus, St. Elizabeth’s School has enjoyed a rich historical legacy that has continued with their recent move to the Mosaic Community Campus. Originally Colorado’s Women’s College from 1909 until its merger with the University of Denver in 1982, the historic building currently housing St. Elizabeth’s School has long been a place of learning. With a historic designation, the building underwent a remodel in 2015 by Johnson and Wales University. Now part of the Mosaic Community Campus, owned by Urban Land Conservancy, St. Elizabeth’s is proud to be part of this vibrant community, holding its school in such a significant historical structure. St. Elizabeth’s was established to provide quality, values-based education for all children regardless of economic status, race, color, religious beliefs or affiliation, sexual orientation, or gender identity. As an Episcopal school, St. Elizabeth’s benefits from a strong intellectual tradition rooted in faith-filled values, characterized by questioning and probing into the ideals and beliefs that ground us. Academic excellence is paramount. This private Episcopal school in the Park Hill neighborhood provides a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge students and encourage a love of learning. Offering a broad range of subjects, including Spanish, discovery, and financial literacy, the school caters to various interests and talents, ensuring that each student can explore their passions and develop their skills. Experienced and dedicated teachers provide personalized instruction grounded in high standards and attention to individual and community responsibility, helping each child achieve their full potential. The school’s brand of education goes beyond academics. St. Elizabeth’s School is committed to the holistic growth of its students, focusing on their intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development. Programs at this K-8 school in Denver help students develop critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a strong sense of self. A range of co-curricular activities, including arts, music, and theater, provides students with opportunities to explore new interests and develop their talents. This

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