Behind the scenes, our incredible Operations Team keeps Atlas running strong every single day. From safe transportation and secure campuses to nutritious meals, reliable technology, welcoming front offices, and unforgettable family and student experiences, they make it all happen.

We’re grateful for our Director of Operations (Niki Amidei) and our operations leaders: Family Experience (David Turner), Facilities (Jessie Nestor), Food Service (Mike Schwinkendorf), Data (Miranda Marty), Transportation (Jay Jones), IT (Sean Hines), Security (Andre Johnson), Athletics (Heath Showalter), and Front Office (Leslie Burgos).

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our students and families! 💙🦅 #AtlasStrong #Teamwork #AtlasAppreciation
6 months ago, Atlas Schools
Thank you operations team leaders! people smiling
people smile in a sily way with ops leaders can have fun, too!

Looking for a great place to call home for your child's education? Look no further than Atlas Schools! We are a kindergarten through twelfth-grade, free, public charter school in southeast Colorado Springs.

We offer:
🚌 FREE transportation for those families living within the HSD2 boundaries
📝FREE school supplies
⚽️🏀🏐🏃‍♀️FREE sports (including free uniforms!)
🎭FREE after-school clubs and activities
🏆 Schools that academically outperform other schools in the area

Schedule a Tour: tinyurl.com/TourAtlas and see for yourself why over 1200 students choose Atlas every day!

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
students smile with crowns, flags and wands
🍁Coming Soon: October Break & Conferences!🍁

🚫No School Oct 13-17
✳️Family Advisor Conferences:
✅Wed Oct 15: 3-6:00 pm
✅Thur Oct 16: 10-7:00 pm
✅Fri Oct 17: 9:30 AM- 1:00 PM

🤳To Schedule Your Conference: Your advisor will reach out to you via the Atlas Schools app with a booking link. You can also message them through the Atlas Schools app with questions, dates/times.
6 months ago, Atlas Schools
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The Second Annual HOCO📣 Pep Rally, 🚘Car Show, and 🔥 Bonfire is coming up on Wednesday, Oct 8!

📍Wed. Oct 8 @ Atlas Soccer Field Parking Lot (next to Atlas Elementary)
🎆Event Starts @ 5:30 PM
📣Pep Rally @ 6:30 PM
🔥Bonfire -@ 6:45 PM
💙💚Atlas Students & Families are Invited

There'll be:
🌭Food Trucks & Music
🚘Atlas Students Car Show (participation details below)
👑Homecoming Court Introductions
🎤Special Guests, Coach Speeches, and Team Captain Speeches

Interested in joining the Car Show?

🚘🏍🛻Have a car, truck, or motorcycle you'd like to display on Oct 8 for the HOCO Car Show and Bonfire?📝 Register with Mr. Showalter by Oct 6!

Display your vehicle's sound system, engine, rims, exhaust, current project, or finished project: Show off your hard work! 💪

#AtlasHOCO2025 #GoGryphons #AtlasSchools

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
Hoco pep rally Car Show Bonfire Oct 8 at 530pm atlas soccer field parking lot

⚽️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏐Atlas Athletics: Weekly Sports Information - September 29 - Oct 4⚽️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏐

Reminder: All times and dates are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information and announcements.

Monday, September 29:

🏐Middle School Volleyball @ Banning Lewis - 4PM  C/B/A Teams

Tuesday, September 30:

🏐High School Volleyball @ HOME vs. La Junta High School - 4PM  C/JV/Varsity

⚽️High School Boys Soccer  @ Cheyenne Mountain - 4:30PM JV  --   Varsity 6:30PM

Wednesday, October 1:

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer @ CSCS -  A Team Only (Playoffs)  - 4PM 

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Middle School Cross Country @ Kodiak Classic  -  4PM 

Thursday, October 2:

🏐Middle School Girls Volleyball @ CSCA  -   4:30PM - C and B Team Only 

🏐High School Girls Volleyball @ Woodland Park High School  -  4:30PM                                              

                                         

Friday, October 3:

⚽️High School Soccer @ HOME vs. Fountain Valley High School -   Varsity Only - 4PM

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️High School Cross Country @ Courser Invitational - 4PM

Saturday, October 4:

🏐High School Girls Volleyball @ Harrison JV/C Tournament  -  9AM

⚽️High School Boys Soccer @ Mitchell High School -  JV @ Noon  -  Varsity @ 2PM

#GoGryphons #AtlasAthletics #AtlasSchools

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
track field with double rainbow and Atlas Athletics logo

Did you know Atlas High School is ranked as the 5th best high school in Colorado Springs out of 47 schools?

🎓Graduation Rate: 94%
🍎Student to Teacher Ratio: 19:1
📚Percentage of students who took an AP Exam: 50%

Schedule a tour on our website or at tinyurl.com/TourAtlas

#AtlasSchools #GoGryphons #AtlasSchools

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
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The Food Pantry is OPEN today, Sept 26, from 3-4 pm at Atlas Middle School! Please note, we’ve moved to a NEW location at the Middle School. Check the picture in this post for details.
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¡La Despensa de Alimentos está ABIERTA hoy el 26 de septiembre desde las 3 hasta las 4 en la tarde! Importante: ahora estamos en una NUEVA ubicación en la escuela Intermedia. Mira la imagen en esta publicación para más detalles.

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
our food pantry is open today sept 26, 2025 3-4pm
our food pantry is open today sept 26, 2025 3-4pm map with details in caption
📲✨ Need a hand with the two Atlas apps we're using this year: PowerSchool and the Atlas Schools app? We've got you covered!

👋 Stop by our Family Center (inside the middle school main office) anytime between 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Our team would love to walk you through it and get you connected!

Because when families and schools are connected, our gryphons soar even higher! 🦅💙💚
6 months ago, Atlas Schools
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Atlas Athletics: Weekly Sports Information - September 22-27

Reminder: All times and dates are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information and announcements. ⚽️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏐

Monday, September 22:

🏐Middle School Volleyball - HOME vs. CSCS - 4PM

️⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer - @ CSCS - 4PM    A Team Only

Tuesday, September 23:

️⚽️High School Boys Soccer  -  @ Pueblo Central - Dutch Clark Stadium  - 5PM Varsity -  6:30PM JV 

🏐High School Volleyball - HOME vs. Manitou Springs 4PM - C/JV/Varsity 

🏐Middle School Volleyball @ RMCA - 4PM  C/B/A Teams

️⚽️Middle School Soccer - HOME vs. RMCA - 4PM   

Wednesday, September 24:

🏐Middle School Girls Volleyball @ Vanguard - 4PM  C/B/A Teams

️⚽️School Boys Soccer @ HOME vs. Manitou Springs - 4PM  

Thursday, September 25:

🏐High School Girls Volleyball - HOME vs. Walsenburg - 4PM JV & Varsity

️⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer - @ Banning Lewis - 4PM

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️High School Cross Country @ Canon City - 4PM

Friday, September 26:

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Middle School Cross Country @  CCAL League Meet -  4PM

🏐Middle School Volleyball - HOME vs. James Irwin - 4PM  C/B/A Teams

️⚽️High School Soccer @ Vanguard - 4:30PM JV -  6:30PM Varsity

Saturday, September 27:

️⚽️High School Boys Soccer @ Jefferson Academy -   10AM JV    -   Noon Varsity; Field Location @ Broomfield County Commons Park Field #4                                            

6 months ago, Atlas Schools
track field with double rainbow and Atlas Athletics logo
🎉✨ September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, and each of our Atlas schools is celebrating in unique and meaningful ways!

💙 Atlas Elementary – Celebrated with Conchas & Coloring con Abuelos (with Grandparents) this week and has a Hispanic Heritage Carousel Walk on Friday, Sept 26 from 2:30 pm-4:00 pm!

💚 Atlas Middle – Our gryphons are diving into history, learning about Hispanic leaders and changemakers who have shaped our world.

🤍 Atlas High School – Students are engaging in discussions, projects, and celebrations that honor the richness of Hispanic heritage and its impact on our community today.

We’re proud to celebrate and learn together, honoring the cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic Americans that continue to inspire us every day. 🌎❤️

#HispanicHeritageMonth #AtlasSchools #GoGryphons
6 months ago, Atlas Schools
hispanic heritage month
Looking for a free, public charter school? Atlas Schools is a K-12 charter school located in Harrison District Two. Come check us out by scheduling a tour on our website or at tinyurl.com/TourAtlas!

See you soon!

#AtlasSchools #AtlasGryphonsAreTheBest
6 months ago, Atlas Schools
students smile with teachers
🌟 A huge thank you to all the parents and families who joined us for our Open Houses in August! 🌟

We loved seeing so many smiling faces, connecting with families, and kicking off the school year together. Your energy, questions, and support make Atlas such a special place for our students to grow and thrive.

Here’s to an amazing year ahead, because when school and families team up, our gryphons soar higher than ever! 🦅✨
7 months ago, Atlas Schools
students walk the halls at atlas middle school

The Food Pantry is OPEN today, Sept 19, from 3-4 pm at Atlas Middle School! Please note, we’ve moved to a NEW location at the Middle School. Check the picture in this post for details.
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¡La Despensa de Alimentos está ABIERTA hoy el 19 de septiembre desde las 3 hasta las 4 en la tarde! Importante: ahora estamos en una NUEVA ubicación en la escuela Intermedia. Mira la imagen en esta publicación para más detalles.

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
ATlas Food Pantry is Open today, sept 19, 2025 from 3-4pm.
park in front of middle school and walk along the side of the building to get to the food pantry, located on the back of the building near the soccer fields

Atlas Food Pantry reopens Friday, Sept 19, from 3-4pm at Atlas Middle School—spread the word!

La Despensa de Alimentos de Atlas reabre este viernes, el 19 de septiembre, desde las 3 a las 4 de la tarde en Atlas Middle School —¡corre la voz!

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
Atlas Food Pantry is Coming Back This Week!

Breaking News! Report your student's absence(s) from our app or website!

Important: Absences must be reported using the form, by calling the front office, or by messaging the front office through the app. Reports made to advisors WILL NOT be accepted.

In the app:

  1. Choose "Atlas Schools" from the blue drop-down menu in the top left.

  2. Click on "Menu" in the bottom right.

  3. Scroll down and click on the school for which you need to report the absence.

  4. Fill out the form. Include a medical note, if applicable.

  5. Submit the form. You will only hear from us if we have questions about the information you included in your form.

On AtlasSchools.org:

  1. Click on "Menu" in the top right.

  2. Find "Families" and click on "Report an Absence Here".

  3. Choose the school for which you need to report the absence.

  4. Fill out the form. Include a medical note, if applicable.

  5. Submit the form. You will only hear from us if we have questions about the information you included in your form.

Prefer to send a direct message within the app? Send it to:

  • Atlas Elementary: Luz Loza Chavez

  • Atlas Middle: Cruz Rubio

  • Atlas High: Roma Davila

  • Atlas's Student Retention Coordinator: Nicole Martinez

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
breaking news report an absence reporta ausencias via Atlas Schools app or atlasschools.org
screenshot of app with step-by-step icons. first go to Atlas Schools, then to more in the bottom right and third click on the school for your stduent
screenshot of atlasschools.org website with step-by-step icons. first go to menu, then families and Report and absence and then choose your school

Atlas Athletics: Weekly Sports Information - September 15-20

Reminder: All times and dates are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date information and announcements. ⚽️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏐

Monday September 15

🏐Middle School Volleyball - @ Thomas MacLaren - 4PM

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer - @ HOME vs. Ellicott - 4PM

🏐High School Girls Volleyball - @ HOME vs. Cripple Creek - 4PM JV - 5:15 Varsity

Tuesday September 16th

🏐High School Girls Volleyball - @ St. Marys 4:30PM C / JV / Varsity

Wednesday September 17

🏐Middle School Girls Volleyball @ Manitou Springs - 4PM

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer @ HOME vs. RMCA - 4PM

Thursday September 18

🏐High School Girls Volleyball - @ HOME vs. Banning Lewis - 4PM

⚽️High School Boys Soccer - @ James Irwin - 5PM

Friday September 19

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Middle School School Cross Country @ - Banning Lewis - 4PM

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️High School Cross Country @ Rye High School - 4PM

🏐[RESCHEDULED TO NEXT WEEK] Middle School Girls Volleyball @ RMCA - 4PM

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer @ HOME vs. Vanguard - 4PM

Saturday September 13

⚽️High School Boys Soccer @ Dutch Clark Stadium vs. Pueblo Centennial - 2PM Varsity - 4PM JV

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
track field with double rainbow and Atlas Athletics logo
Atlas High School was featured in KRDO13‘s School Buzz segment today. Check out what six of our students did this summer! Thanks to Edmondson Foundation, David Lorde and the Global Livingston Institute for making this trip possible! Check out the segment here: https://krdo.com/news/school-buzz/2025/09/15/atlas-high-school-students-take-life-changing-trip-to-africa/
7 months ago, Lori Martin-McDowell, Communications
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2 Apps for your school year!

𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩
Read Announcements
See School Calendar
Receive Class Updates
Message with Your Advisor
Report Absences & Submit Doctor’s Notes to the Front Office
Check Dining Menus

𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩
Check Attendance
Review Grades
See Schedules
Update Contact Info
Sign Documents

❓Need help?❓
Stop by our Family Center: Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4pm
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¡2 Apps para tu año escolar!

𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐩𝐩
Lee Anuncios
Ve El Calendario Escolar
Recibe Actualizaciones de Clases
Manda Mensajes a su Asesor
Reporta Ausencias & Presenta Notas del Médico
ConsultarMenús del Comedor

𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐀𝐩𝐩
Comprueba Asistencia
Revisa Calificaciones
Ve Horarios
Actualiza información de Contactos
Firma documentos

❓¿Necesitas ayuda?❓
Visita el Family Center: Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 4pm

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
apps para tu ano escolar
Need Help? Stop by Visita el Family Center Monday-Friday: 830am-4pm
two apps for your school year

📣 We're hiring a Middle School Math Interventionist!

If you're passionate about math, student growth, and building strong relationships, we'd love for you to join our team.

📍 Apply now or share with someone who’d be a great fit.
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📣 ¡Estamos contratando un/a Intervencionista de Matemáticas para Intermedia!

Si te apasionan las matemáticas, el crecimiento de los estudiantes y construir relaciones sólidas, nos encantaría que te unieras a nuestro equipo.

📍 Postúlate ahora o comparte esta oportunidad con alguien que sería un/a gran candidato/a.

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
Atlas schools is hiring. Visit our careers page at AtlasSchools.org

Atlas Athletics: Weekly Sports Information - September 8-13

Reminder - All times and dates are subject to change -- please check the website for all up-to-date information and announcements. ⚽️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🏐

Monday, September 8:

🏐Middle School Volleyball - HOME vs. Peyton - 4PM

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer - @ James Irwin - 4PM

Tuesday, September 9:

⚽️High School Boys Soccer - @ CSCS HS - 4PM

Wednesday, September 10:

🏐Middle School Girls Volleyball @ HOME vs. Monument Academy- 4PM

⚽️Middle School Boys Soccer @ HOME vs. Manitou Springs - 4PM

TEAM PICTURES - HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER AND VOLLEYBALL

Thursday, September 11:

🏐High School Girls Volleyball - @ Sierra - 4PM

TEAM PICTURES - MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL, SOCCER, CROSS COUNTRY - HS CROSS COUNTRY

Friday, September 12:

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Middle School Cross Country @ - 4PM

⚽️Middle School Soccer @ New Summit - 4PM

Saturday, September 13:

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️High School Cross Country @ Fountain Ft. Carson - 9AM

7 months ago, Atlas Schools
track field with double rainbow and Atlas Athletics logo