schools

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A school for every student. (And say hi to the new kid.)

At Horizon, sending your kids to school is easy. Because we’re part of Aurora Public Schools — the city’s original school district. (110 years in education tends to speak for itself.) From pre-school to post-graduation, there are wonderfully diverse options for students who want to foster their love of learning — including brand-new Coal Creek P-8 school right here in the community.

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Coal Creek P-8

A brand-new school, located in the heart of Horizon, will be open when the bell rings on the 2026 school year. And the district did their homework — offering everything young minds need to grow and flourish. Like exploratory labs on each of its three floors. Two art and music rooms. A full-size gym (with robust athletics program for middle-schoolers). And lots of natural light. Oh, and there’s the whole walk-or-bike-to-school convenience, too.

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Vista Peak Preparatory

Grades 9-12

When you’re a Vista Peak Bison, you benefit from an inclusive, empowering environment where you can thrive academically, socially and personally. The result? A whole lot of confidence, a sense of purpose, and skills that will enable success beyond high school. Horns up!

Go To School

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Aurora Science & Tech

Grades 6-12

Aurora Science & Tech provides stellar middle- and/or high school charter options for kids interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). Both are part of DSST — a network of public, free charter schools that are among the highest-performing secondary schools in Denver and Aurora. In fact, 100% of their graduates have been admitted into college, university or post-secondary programs. (You can’t get any better than that.)

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Continuing Education

We’re fortunate to have a variety of educational opportunities for those who want to expand their knowledge — in subjects ranging from cybersecurity to supply chain management.

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Community College of Aurora  CentreTech Campus

Programs in skilled trade certifications, engineering, business and elementary education.

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Pima Medical Institute Aurora Campus

A medical career college offering certificates and degrees in the nursing, dentistry and veterinary fields.

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Columbia College Denver

In-person and fully online programs offering associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees through their Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business and Public Service.

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