We are a K-5 school where students thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

For over twenty years, we have served as a cornerstone of learning and community in the Whittier and Cole neighborhoods. By cultivating an environment that supports community, opportunity & wonder, we nurture students to reach their full potential.

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Over the past 4 years, our Student Performance Framework (SPF) has improved by 3 levels, making us one of the best ranked schools in the Cole neighborhood—and we’re growing better every day.

Our Academics

Our K-5 classes incorporate the following instructional methods & programming:

Literacy

Literacy forms the foundation for learning and a lifetime of success, which is why everyday our students participate in over two and a half hours of:

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Expeditionary Learning (E.L.) K-5
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Interactive read-alouds
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Writing workshops | Reach Associates Units
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Reading interventions | Sipps Program

Math

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Cognitive guided math instruction
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EngageNY Eureka Math

English Language Development

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EL Achieve

Enrichments

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Fitness instruction | CCSS Aligned
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Music | CCSS Aligned
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Spanish Curriculum Listos!
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Ranked DPS school for Math and ELA student growth for the 2018-2019 school year.

Beyond the Classroom

Wyatt Academy is more than a school; we’re a community hub where every student & family is supported.

Family Empowerment Center

At no cost to our community, our Family Empowerment Center provides wraparound services, including laundry, clothing, groceries and more.

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After School Programming

We offer all students the opportunity to participate in free after-school programming from a variety of organizations, including the YMCA and Open Door.

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Support Services

English Language Development

After students are identified as an English learner during the registration process, they are given an initial screener to assess their English language ability using the W-APT.  

English learners receive a 45 minute dedicated English Language Development (ELD) block daily to explicitly teach and support scholars with language development in reading, writing, speaking and listening. ELD blocks use the EL Achieve curriculum. English learners are assessed each January on the ACCESS test to determine their current English proficiency in each of the four domains. When English learners show a proficient level of English on their ACCESS test, the CH-ISA team reviews a body of evidence to determine if scholars will continue in ELD services. English learners who are no longer in ELD are monitored for two years to ensure that scholars are academically successful.

Special Education Services

Our team is comprised of multiple licensed individuals with advanced degrees in special education.  Our students deserve a world class education with unrestricted access to all curriculum, school programs, and activities.  Our instructors provide access through accommodations and modifications as mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Act, 2004, (IDEA, 2004).

Gifted and Talented Services

All Kinder and 2nd grade students take the NNAT screener to support identification of students who are gifted and talented.  Students are placed into a talent pool based on their results and observations of gifted behaviors.  The team sets academic and social-emotional goals to support students' individualized learning needs.

Take Note Colorado!

We’re excited to offer all Wyatt students the opportunity to participate in Take Note Colorado’s “Little Kids Rock” band, a program that inspires children with culturally responsive music education.

Our Staff

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Meet Our Principal

Melody Means

I am thrilled to be the principal at Wyatt Academy. I was born and raised in Denver ...

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Hollis Barton
Kindergarten Teacher
Miranda Cruz
Kindergarten Teacher
Tabetha Durdall
1st Grade Teacher
Shelby Dill
2nd Grade Teacher
Danielle Goldberg
2nd Grade Teacher
Emily Maldonado
Third Grade Teacher
Olivia Shalaby
Third Grade Teacher
Jessica Wood
4th Grade Teacher
Tim Lewis
Fifth Grade Teacher
Lisa Grant
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Maria Estrada
Director of Family & Community Engagement
Megan Nyce
Business Office Manager
Melody Means
Principal
Sarah Grant
Instructional Coach/Lead ELD Teacher
Alma Guinto
Custodial
Amanda Owens
Social Worker
Citlaly Lopez-Juarez
Elementary Paraprofessional
Maira Saucedo
Paraprofessional-behavior sipport
Nestor Cardenas
Custodial
Vanessa Munoz
Receptionist
Virgyl Gerdine
One on One Paraprofessional
Carmen Moreira
Spanish Teacher
Celeste Delia
PE/Wellness
Stephen Whitfield
Music
Amanda Terkun
Super Star Volunteer
Charisse Miller
Super Star Volunteer
Maira Delgado
Super Star Volunteer

Our Partners

Amigas In Action

Provides families in need with holiday gifts and financial support.

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Shoes that Fit

Gives kids new athletic shoes, so they can play and thrive at school.

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Conscious Alliance

Supports communities by empowering youth and providing hunger relief. 

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Wish for Wheels

Provides bikes and helmets for second graders. 

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A Precious Child

Provides families with essentials including clothing, home goods and more.

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We Don’t Waste

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Denver Urban Gardens (D.U.G)

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Traders Joes

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Capellos

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Amp the Cause

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Meet Our Principal

Hi,

My name is Melody Means and I am thrilled to be the principal at Wyatt Academy. I was born and raised in Denver, and have spent much of my life living within blocks of Wyatt! I began teaching here in 2015, and have since held several positions including Dean and School Leader.

One of my favorite Wyatt titles is Mom. My daughter attended Wyatt and graduated from fifth grade here. I love having the teacher, parent, and administrator perspective - all of which help me inform my decisions as a principal.

Wyatt Academy is a very special place, one that has truly become my family! We look forward to welcoming you into our building sometime soon.

Melody Means

Principal