Past Events from September 16, 2021 – October 18, 2021 – Page 6 – Aspen Country Day School

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Yom Kippur, no school

Please note, this is a Thursday, with school in session the following day on Friday.

Kindergarten fall Outdoor Ed day

In a gentle but exciting introduction to the Outdoor Education program at Aspen Country Day School, Kindergarteners spend a day in the high country hiking, exploring nature, pitching tents, getting their own Outdoor Ed journals to use throughout the years at ACDS, and (of course) toasting s'mores.

Second Grade fall Outdoor Ed

A hike to a peak along the Continental Divide, a picnic by a high mountain lake, and time to enjoy the company of classmates, tell stories around the campfire, and explore the natural world. Second Graders have an overnight expedition each fall as the leaves begin to change.

First Grade fall Outdoor Ed

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 Grade fall Outdoor Ed

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.

Fifth Grade Outdoor Ed

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

Panel + Q&A: Why Boarding School?

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.

Boarding School Fair

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.

Fourth Grade fall Outdoor Ed

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.