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An Eisenhower Educational Overview
Eisenhower is a Boulder enclave teeming with beautiful spots to hike and keep your culture up to par. From the luscious tree-lined East Boulder Community Park, to the Broadway-worthy Boulder’s Dinner Theater, you are sure to find fun activities to fill your days. In addition to providing a plethora of spots to kick back, Eisenhower also possesses educational institutions that earn an A+. The following list uncovers where the learning goes down. Knowledge is power! So, pick up your writing utensil and take note of these schools that fuse together fun and functionality.
Preschool
Friends' School
This unique school, founded in 1987 by parents who wanted their children to be revered for who they truly were, offers a world of discovery and wisdom. While they have a great elementary program, their preschool is revered. Dress-up, read alouds and painting are just a few of the great activities your child will participate in.
(To see our feature on the Friends' School click here.)
5465 Pennsylvania Ave.
Boulder, CO 80303
303-499-1999
BVSD Kindergarten Enrichment
Located on the premises of Eisenhower Elementary, this innovative program provides opportunities for little ones to explore their creativity and curiosity. Incorporating learning with play, what better way for your tot to start the day?
1220 Eisenhower Dr.
Boulder, CO 80303
720-561-6700
Elementary School
Eisenhower Elementary
The mission statement of this school is to ‘liberate human potential.’ They provide a strong curriculum paired with many innovative extracurricular activities such as Bits, Bytes and Bots— a club where kids get a hands-on experience building robots, creating animated movies and other techy games.
1220 Eisenhower Dr.
Boulder, CO 80303
720-561-6700
Middle School
Nevin Platt Middle School
According to their site, they 'value the WHOLE CHILD by providing for academic, social, emotional and developmental needs of the adolescent.' Offering advance classes in math and language, a variety of visual art courses and award-winning musical ensembles, this school is designed to help students meet their full potential.
(Want to view more on Nevin Platt, click here to see our full profile.)
Manhattan Middle School of Arts and Academics
This school is bursting with artistic integrity, allowing aspiring creators to tap into their talent in a vibrant and lively environment. Letting students blossom into confident artists through a variety of mediums is something they take pride in. From painting to ceramics, to jazz band class, it is easy to see why a name like Manhattan is very fitting for this school that takes a sophisticated, creative and cultural approach to studies.
Manhattan Middle School of Arts and Academics
290 Manhattan Dr.
Boulder, CO 80303
720-561-6302
High School
Fairview High School
Back in 2010, Fairview made it on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Schools and it seems to still be going strong with its unique extracurricular activities and education geared towards higher learning. In addition to providing students with stellar programs, such as International Baccalaureate, they allow young adults to pick courses that align with their own interests. Whether students are interested in yoga or charity fundraising, there is sure to be a club that fits their needs.
(Want to see more on Fairview, click here to view our full profile.)
1515 Greenbriar Blvd.
Boulder, C0 80305
720-561-3100
Do your Eisenhower children attend a school that is not on the list? Comment below and we will profile it!
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Christine Springer
I have to agree with Erik’s assessment of Friends’ School. It is an amazing educational community for students and parents. Both the preschool and the K-5 elementary school teach a social/emotional curriculum along with strong academics in a nurturing environment. The teachers use what is considered “best practice” in the education field and help the students to know how they learn best to succeed.
The neighborhood is lucky to have a learning environment as great as Friends’ School!