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WHY CHOOSE US?
Thornton Elementary is a high-performance innovation school where students build confidence, solve problems together, and grow as leaders in school and their community
Together, we commit to creating a community where every member contributes with purpose, is empowered to learn, and thrives in a world they help shape.
LATEST NEWS
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![Partnering to provide vision care for students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1768328416/adams12org/bdvhf6kcdyedytnjoc0c/RMEVision3.jpg","width":2200}])
A new partnership is providing free eye exams and glasses to hundreds of students at Title I schools
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We are celebrating the passage of 5B, an MLO that will generate over $39 million annually.
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DISTRICT NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
![STEM Lab students empower learning through song]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770331755/adams12org/hcvfjfgaiiamdzotiiaa/HoldOn.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770331755/adams12org/hcvfjfgaiiamdzotiiaa/HoldOn.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770331755/adams12org/hcvfjfgaiiamdzotiiaa/HoldOn.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770331755/adams12org/hcvfjfgaiiamdzotiiaa/HoldOn.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770331755/adams12org/hcvfjfgaiiamdzotiiaa/HoldOn.png","width":1316}])
Students lead learning in Mrs. Simpson’s class through a student-created SEL song and collaboration.
![Young leaders turn kindness into action]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1770312384/adams12org/ewrgycllrcjrtdzkngfn/StudentLeadershipClub-3.jpg","width":2200}])
Arapahoe Ridge student leaders spread kindness by supporting Children’s Hospital through service.
![Recognizing Black History Month]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770228514/adams12org/k24l53ffzxefuyjffonj/istockphoto-1296359182-612x612.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770228514/adams12org/k24l53ffzxefuyjffonj/istockphoto-1296359182-612x612.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770228514/adams12org/k24l53ffzxefuyjffonj/istockphoto-1296359182-612x612.jpg","width":612}])
Adams 12 Five Star Schools Board of Education voted to recognize Black History Month.
![Five Star Online students build community through giving]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1770400360/adams12org/bojwpmvh1k7kytyd9p2z/FSOA_Service-3.jpg","width":2200}])
Students at FSOA share joy by giving back and supporting patients at Children’s Hospital.
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"The positive and fun community atmosphere makes way for a wonderful learning environment and the safety and well-being of the students is clearly a top priority."