Inspiring Kind, Courageous, Thinkers
Welcome to Denver’s C3 • Creativity Challenge Community
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Innovation with Intention
At C3, we believe it is imperative that schools have the flexibility to design and implement an educational experience that best meets the needs of their unique student populations through innovative initiatives.
- Community Partnerships
- Expeditionary Learning
- Curiosity Crews
- Whole Child Approach
About Us
We believe in the importance of creative problem solving, collaborative learning and challenging each other to our highest potential.
Academics
C3 is a school that lays the foundation for life-long learning through a balanced approach to quality education and community involvement, and a place where children embody our motto of being kind, courageous thinkers.
Community
Unique to our program is the work we do with community partners in the cultural, business, and non-profit worlds to extend our student’s learning.
We are C3
Creativity
We incorporate creative thinking skills into all learning opportunities.
Challenge
Everyone at C3—students, families, and community partners—is expected to work hard to reach their highest potential, and is empowered to set and meet goals that are meaningful to each individual.
Community
Dedicated time for students to learn in collaboration with community partners that make the world a part of our classroom.
The Governor’s Distinguished Award • 2023
John Irwin School of Excellence • 2023
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2024-2025 School Calendar
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Creativity Challenge Community at Merrill
A DPS elementary innovation school located in the Cory Merrill neighborhood of Denver
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