Start in the classroom for an important intro to the year from your child's teachers, then enjoy a social hour by the ponds brought to you by the PIE Parent Association.

Start in the classroom for an important intro to the year from your child's teachers, then enjoy a social hour by the ponds brought to you by the PIE Parent Association.

Camping in Colorado in the fall: an exciting expedition for the First Graders, who have an overnight in the high country. They practice bouldering, hiking, and camping skills, then write in their journals about their adventures. Noga's class goes on Outdoor Ed Wednesday-Thursday, September 29-30. Cathy's class goes Thursday-Friday, September 30-October 1.

Third Graders learn to rock climb, guided by professional instructors. Their introduction to this classic mountain sport emphasizes safety. This is a two-day trip with camping; one group of Third Graders goes Monday-Tuesday, the second group goes Thursday-Friday.

Taking their mountain biking skills to the next level, Fifth Graders camp and explore the extensive network of trails near Fruita, Colorado.

A panel discussion with Q & A, with representatives of Berkshire School, Brewster Academy, Cate School, Fountain Valley School, and St. Andrew's School. Open to all families interested in learning more about life at a boarding school.

Dozens of independent high schools on site to meet with prospective students, offer insight into boarding school programs, residential life, athletics, and more. Open to all families in the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. See schools that will be represented at the fair.

Mountain biking in Western Colorado -- what could be finer? Students camp out and put their biking skills to use on the network of trails near Fruita.

Join fellow parents, alumni, and friends of Country Day at River Valley Ranch for the return of the Aspen Country Day Cup golf tournament.

No school for students this day. All teachers and staff are engaged in professional development to further their practice and skills as educators.

A pause in the school year for all families and faculty. School resumes Monday, October 25.

No school for students this day. Parents are invited to structured conversations with homeroom teachers and advisors to discuss children's educational progress. These are held in person if possible, otherwise on Zoom.

No school for students this week. School resumes Monday, November 29.

School is closed for winter break. Classes resume Monday, January 3.

Aardvarks of all vintages are invited to the newly reopened Limelight Hotel in Aspen to catch up with schoolmates and some surprise teachers. If you are in town for the holidays, please stop by!

Ski touring to backcountry huts in the Tenth Mountain Trail Association network. Grades, dates, and details to come.

Federal holiday, school is closed.

Federal holiday, school is closed.

A two-week spring break, all grades. Classes resume Monday, April 4.

In spring, head west to the desert -- that's the ski-town way. All grades venture out to explore the rivers, deserts, and mountains of Colorado and Utah. Dates and destinations to come.

It's the annual benefit bash to celebrate another successful year of in-person learning. And this year, to introduce the exciting new faculty housing initiative at Aspen Country Day School. A don't-miss event with drinks, live band, and a few surprises! Theme: Wizard of OZ

Aspen Country Day School is excited to hold its sixth Geography Bee. This new academic competition was formerly the National Geographic Bee. The National Geographic Society has permanently canceled its national program. But at ACDS, we believe that the GeoBee was an important way for students to meaningfully engage with geographic literacy. We're excited to