Since opening its doors in 2005, HOPE has championed a student-centered program for grades 6-12, designed specifically for learners who face barriers to education. We are a multi-district online charter school authorized under the Douglas County Re-1 School District. HOPE is dedicated to serving learners throughout Colorado with physical locations in the communities of: Aurora, Greeley, Lakewood, Pueblo, Canon City, Englewood, Brighton, Colorado Springs, Denver, Castle Rock, Broomfield, Grand Ju…
nction, and Commerce City. HOPE?S Mission: HOPE students matter. At HOPE, students achieve more than they ever thought possible. Through our small, community-driven, diverse learning environment, students gain the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their community. We provide safe, caring, and engaging learning environments that empower students to grow academically and social-emotionally.  HOPE's Vision: At HOPE, You Belong, Believe and Become  Our Students: HOPE is identified as a Title I and Alternative Education Campus (AEC) school. Over 90% of our students have one or more qualifying "high-risk" factors. A typical HOPE student is a person of color, lives in poverty, and has a history of school failure in their previous school, including expulsion, suspensions, truancy, failing grades, learning gaps, is significantly behind in credits, and has experienced trauma. For many students, HOPE is a school of ?last resort? because students have exhausted all other alternatives. Approximately 30% of students are new to the program each year; 60% percent of our new students are three or more grade levels behind when they come to HOPE.  25-26 Student Population Demographics: Free and Reduced Lunch qualification: 76.25% Multilingual Learners: 41% (18.4% NEP or LEP) Homeless: 6.74% Students of color: 74.41% Students with disabilities: 13.64% Flexible and Supportive Learning Environments with Caring and Supportive Staff HOPE provides a supportive, flexible, and engaging learning experience. We offer two learning environment options to meet the diverse needs of our students, both of which blend online coursework with in-person or virtual support from caring teachers and community mentors. In-Person Learning Centers: Our in-person Learning Centers offer a structured school-day schedule where students attend in-person 4 days a week and 1 remote learning day at home; the schedule blends online coursework with face-to-face instruction in whole-class and/or small-group settings. These Learning Centers are located within the boundaries of districts that HOPE has an MOU with the local district. Students who choose to attend one of these centers complete online coursework and participate in a variety of other site-based academic and socio-emotional programs. Drop-In Learning Sites: Students who need more flexibility in their learning environment and/or reside in an area where HOPE does not have an MOU can choose to be a full-time virtual learner, where they have the flexibility to navigate their education in a way that suits their individual/family needs. To support our virtual learners, HOPE has thirteen drop-in sites across the state where students can attend any time they need academic or socio-emotional support. Although they may not attend a physical building every day, remote learners still have the same opportunities for specialized instruction, academic support and extracurricular activities as their in-person peers. Regardless of the learning environment, HOPE provides all students with access to and opportunities for a comprehensive range of school services, including Special Education, Multilingual programming, Physical and Mental Health Services, McKinney-Vento Homeless support/resources, and post-secondary planning resources. We also offer a robust selection of extracurricular activities, including team sports, arts and humanities programs, outdoor education experiences, school events like prom/homecoming, and more. Building strong relationships is at the heart of HOPE's mission. From the moment students enroll, they are paired with a Site-Based Mentor who guides them through their academic careers, helping them set goals and stay motivated. Mentors provide academic and socioemotional support in various formats, including individual tutoring and/or group instruction of supplemental curriculum. These meaningful connections foster a sense of belonging and community, ensuring that every student feels valued and understood. The emphasis on collaboration and community-driven education not only strengthens the educational experience but also helps families feel invested in their children's futures. In addition to a mentor, students also work with an Academic and Career Counselor who helps them progress toward graduation and plan for post-secondary goals. Students have access to their Edmentum online teacher through Google Chat and daily office hours. If their assigned teacher is unavailable, they also have access to on-demand tutoring from a live, licensed teacher throughout the school day.  Graduation Pathway & Academic Program Options Two graduation pathways are available to students. The traditional Core 24 Pathway and a Workforce Readiness Pathway for students who are over-age, under-credit, and currently employed or plan to enter the workforce directly after graduation. Both pathways lead to a Douglas County School District Diploma, increasing the likelihood that students will graduate instead of dropping out. Regardless of the pathway, the majority of graduates complete a comprehensive Capstone project that includes a career-based research project, a demonstration of financial literacy through credit and budget projects, and a culminating presentation summarizing their learning. In addition to graduation pathway options, HOPE offers a wide range of academic course options, including Concurrent Enrollment opportunities and over fifty CTE education courses.  As HOPE continues to evolve, its commitment to blended learning and relationship-building remains unwavering. Students who stay in the school experience transformative growth and are set on a clear path to graduation. HOPE Online Learning Academy Co-Op is more than just a place to earn a diploma; it is a vibrant community where students form lifelong connections, acquire essential skills, and prepare for a bright future in a rapidly changing world.
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Improvement Plan - These schools are identified as lower performing. They may be meeting expectations on some performance metrics, but they are not meeting or are only approaching expectations on many.
Priority Improvement Plan - These schools are identified as low performing. They are not meeting or are only approaching expectations on most performance metrics. The state will provide support and oversight to these schools until they improve.
Turnaround Plan - These schools are identified as among the lowest performing schools in the state. They are not meeting or are only approaching expectations on most performance metrics. The state will provide support and oversight to these schools until they improve.
Insufficient State Data - These schools are assigned this plan type when the state does not have enough data to report publicly. To better understand why a school received an Insufficient State Data rating, all publicly reportable data are reflected in the performance framework report. More information about these ratings is available here.