Charter schools are independently-operated, non-religious public schools founded by a group of parents, teachers and/or community leaders.

Charter schools must meet the same academic requirements and federal regulations as all traditional public schools and are also directly accountable to parents / guardians.

Charter schools are approved for operation by the local school district or a state authorizing board and function under a contract or "charter" with their authorizing body.

Under the terms of the approved contract, charter schools exchange increased autonomy for increased accountability. The philosophy and operation of a charter school are independent of the school district, reflecting the beliefs of the founding members. The charter operates with freedom from many of the local and state regulations that apply to traditional public schools.

NO TUITION is charged for attending a charter school. Charter school funding comes from state tax monies, grants and private donations.

Colorado charter schools are governed by the Colorado Department of Education. For more information, please visit the Colorado Department of Education website (www.cde.state.co.us/cdechart/faq.htm).

Classes will start Monday, July 30, 2007. School times are 7:45 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

During our first year of operation (2007-2008 school year) we will serve Kindergarten - 7th grades. We plan to add a grade level each subsequent year until we are a K-12 institution.

No, Caprock does not charge tuition. As a publicly-funded school under Colorado law, charter schools operate from the same Per Pupil Revenue as any traditional public school.

For the first year, students will bring sack lunches and will eat in their classrooms. The program will be re-evaluated at the end of the first year of operation.

Transportation to and from school will be the families' responsibility; however, we will support a carpool program organized and run by families.

Social activities will be created by the organizations, like Parent Booster Club and Student council, in accordance with policy from Caprock Academy Board of Directors.

We plan to have two classes per grade in the primary levels, adding one class each year as needed.

Caprock Academy is dedicated to hiring passionate, highly qualified staff that fully support the vision of this school. To see a listing of the staff, please click here.

There is currently a playground committee that is looking into a design and budget for a "playground of dreams".