Events from November 1, 2021 – September 1, 2022 – Aspen Country Day School

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Parent Teacher Conversations Day

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

Thanksgiving break

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

Winter break

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

Aardvark Alumni Meetup

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

Winter Outdoor Ed expeditions

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

Spring break

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

Spring Outdoor Ed expeditions

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

Blue Green Night Party

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

Geography Bee

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

Earth Day, day of service

Children and teachers ask the question of the year: "What can I do to help?" The whole school community collaborates on cleaning up, revitalizing, and appreciating the natural world of

Play performances at the Wheeler

DISCONNECTED is the annual original musical created by the Eighth Grade graduating class of 2021. Join them as they venture into the world of AI, VR, and super apps. Exact time and location of shows TBD.

May events

As the school year draws to a close, there's so much going on. Here's the complete schedule of events for parents, grandparents, special friends to enjoy. Come witness all that Aardvarks have learned this year!

Sixth & Seventh Grade Outdoor Ed

exact dates & program to be confirmed: From a base camp in Western Colorado, students have a week-long, multi-sport rally: canyoneering in Colorado National Monument, rock climbing in Unaweep Canyon,

Eighth Grade Outdoor Ed, river trip

The capstone adventure of the Aspen Country Day School journey is a multi-day river trip for students. On the eve of their graduation, they head to the desert for a rafting trip on a classic itinerary on the Green River.

Last day of school

The final school day for students in PreK through Seventh Grade. See you in the fall!

Memorial Day, no school

Pausing to take a moment to remember our country and those who have safeguarded it over the years.

Graduation

An outdoor celebration of the graduates of 2021, with each student speaking about the journey now ending and adventures to come.

community hike

Walk and talk! Come join new and old friends, along with Head of School Josh Wolman, for a fun and casual hike. Meet up at the trailhead by the upper

new parent welcome

It's always exciting to welcome new parents to Aspen Country Day School. Head of School Josh Wolman hosts a welcome cocktail for the newest members of the community in mid-August.

intro to Middle School

Making the big step up to Middle School? Parents of incoming Sixth Graders are invited to a preview of the year ahead. Teachers will be on hand to describe the

new family cookout

As school begins, everyone is looking forward to meeting new friends. We get a head start with a new family cookout for children and parents! Those invited have received a