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Academics

Elementary School (K-5)

The development of literacy and numeracy skills is the primary focus in elementary school. The curriculum also stresses fundamental skills and concept development in science and social studies.Elementary students enhance their education through the arts, physical education, technology and use of media resources. Thompson elementary students are enrolled in the following academic programs:

  • English Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Art
  • Music
  • Physical Education
  • Computer Literacy

Middle School (6-8)

Middle school builds on the academic fundamentals of the elementary grades, ensuring a strong foundation for student achievement in high school and post secondary education. Students must master abroad and thorough knowledge base in reading, writing, mathematics, science,and social studies. Students also may participate in enhanced core curriculum programs, including the arts, world languages, computers, applied technology,physical education, health and consumer and family studies. Thompson middle school students are enrolled in the following academic programs:

  • English Language Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies

Thompson middle school students have the opportunity to enroll in the following programs:

  • Art
  • Music
  • World Languages (Spanish & French)
  • Computer Literacy
  • Pre-Engineering
  • Consumer Family Studies

High School (9-12)

The high school curriculum ensures students are prepared for college and careers. All students are encouraged to take the academic core classes as defined by ACT and SAT. ACT defines the specific courses listed below as comprising the academic core. SAT defines the core as the 20+ credits below plus a world language.

Advanced and rigorous curriculum is offered in all high schools through International Baccalaureate,Advanced Placement and Concurrent Community College (FRCC & AIMS) course work.  

Please visit the High School Course guide for course information.

Visit Colorado Department of Education for more information about Colorado Academic Standards.