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Building on Excellence Campaign

As we approach Denver Academy’s 50th Anniversary in 2022, we have embarked on one of the most impactful projects in the history of our school. After years of planning and research, Denver Academy’s Board of Directors approved a two-phased construction project as well as a focused effort to grow our endowment fund. 

With the opening of the James E. Loan Athletic Center and renovation of the Elementary and 6th Grade Building, Phase One is now complete.  We are grateful for the ongoing support of our community and with that, we are excited to move into Phase Two.

James E. Loan Athletic Center Grand Opening

Building on Excellence Projects

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  • Phase One

    Elementary/6th Grade Building Renovation Featuring:
    • Flexible learning spaces 
    • Right-sized classrooms
    Construction of a New Athletic Center to:
    • Support and expand athletic opportunities and team sports
    • Provide a community gathering space
    The Phase I buildings are complete. The James E. Loan Athletic Center opened in May 2019 and the Elementary/6th Grade building opened in February of 2019. We could not have accomplished any of this without your support. 

  • Phase Two

    Construction of a New Performing Arts Center for Our Students to:
    • Shine a light on their talents and passions
    • Build their confidence through theater
    • Express their creativity freely in a safe space

    Grow DA’s Endowment Fund to Ensure:
    • Competitive faculty compensation
    • Funding for need-based tuition assistance
    • Ongoing programmatic support
     
    The anticipated combined cost of Phase One and Phase Two is $25,000,000. With the generous support of our Board of Directors, faculty and staff, and major donors, we are thrilled to share that we have currently raised almost $20,000,000 for this campaign. Construction of Phase Two will begin once sufficient funds are raised.

It’s an extraordinary time at Denver Academy. Over the past 47 years, DA has developed a student-centered, transformative model that empowers diverse learners to excel.

By making a donation to the 50th Anniversary Building on Excellence Campaign, you will set the trajectory for Denver Academy. With new facilities and a larger Endowment Fund, you are investing in the success of DA and your community at large.

DENVER ACADEMY'S PENNY PROJECT


This past May, the student-driven Penny Project came to a close after nearly a year of hard work and commitment to collecting pennies. The project focused on teaching students about philanthropy and community, and the Penny Project was incorporated to classroom lessons across all divisions. Our students raised over 300,000 pennies for this initiative, totaling almost $4,000 to be contributed to the 50th Anniversary Building on Excellence Campaign.
Questions or want to give today?
Email Karen Lozow, Director of Development.