MSSD14

Manitou Springs School District - Still Growing Strong

Please click here to read more about the ipad 2 program
Manitou Springs School District provides an iPad to every student in 5th through 8th grade. Teachers have already been using the device to deliver instruction, and with one in the hands of each student, the district will move to the next level of technology integration in education.
Manitou Springs iPad Wiki Page

New Powerschool Link
We have updated Powerschool to a new version and the link to the site has changed, please use the link below.
Parent/Student Page

Manitou Springs School District 14 serves approximately 1510 students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12 who reside in the communities of Manitou Springs, Cascade, Green Mountain Falls, Chipita Park and Cedar Heights. In addition, we serve over 400 “choice” students that come to our District from other locations in El Paso and Teller Counties. We offer a “small town” educational environment and we are driven by "Relationships, Rigor and Opportunity" as we serve our children and our communities. At Manitou Springs District 14 we are proud of our success in meeting the needs of every student. In addition to a challenging academic curriculum, all of our schools offer comprehensive art, physical education, music, computer technology, special education, and gifted and talented instruction. Students may choose from many enriching after school programs. Our schools have consistently received a “High” rating on the Colorado state Accountability Report. The class sizes in our elementary schools typically range from 18-25 students. Average middle school size is 24 students, and average high school class size is 22 students.

District Vision/Mission Statements and Learner Goals

District Vision Statement:  Compassionate citizens contributing with knowledge and integrity to a dynamic world

District Mission Statement:  The Manitou Springs School District is dedicated to
Providing a safe and caring environment
Encouraging all students to reach their potential
Preparing responsible citizens

District Learner Goals:
Develop proficiency in the use of the fundamental tools of learning
Develop intellectual curiosity, good study habits, self-discipline, effective communication skills, and critical thinking skills
Develop social responsibility as a citizen within the community
Be prepared to seek further training or education and be employable recognize the value of physical fitness, practice good health habits, and develop an interest in a variety of leisure-time physical activities
Establish and maintain a personal value system compatible with society
Respect and understand individual and cultural differences
Develop an ability to adapt to change, a value for lifelong learning, and
Develop appreciation of and expression in the creative arts

District 14 Professional Development Mission Statement:  The MSSD14 Professional Development Committee is committed to recognizing, developing, promoting, supporting, and evaluating opportunities that foster educational excellence.

MUSTANG MONDAY 2011-2012

Essential Learnings
Financial Reporting
The Leadership Team
Adverse Weather 2011/12
Sustainability Management Plan
PHC Senior Information 2012
Growing Gardens, Cultivating Kids Summer Library Program

CATCH THE SPIRIT
Order Manitou Springs Stadium Chairs

Mustang Radio Website
Alumni Page
Alumni Information

Press Release:
Academy District 20's Brain Injury Team, in conjunction with Manitou Springs School District 14, is sponsoring a FREE Concussion Summit, entitled "Changing our Attitude" on Tuesday, April 17th from 6:30pm-8:30pm at Manitou Springs Elementary School Auditorium (110 Pawnee Street, Manitou Springs).  The Summit will begin with a keynote address from Dr. Mike Nunley, PhD a neuropsychologist specializing in youth brain injury recovery.  The Summit will also include a panel of invited speakers, including: Emily O'Keefe, Athletic Trainer; Joni Sexauer, School Nurse; Sommer Lang, School Counselor; Brian Brown, Parent; and Dylan Brown, Student.  The panelists will discuss various aspects of brain injury in students, including impact and recovery immediately after the injury, returning home, and returning to the classroom. A question and answer session will follow the panelists' presentations.
Funding for this summit is made possible by a grant from the Colorado Traumatic Brain Injury Trust Fund.
For further information, contact Pat Urban at Manitou Springs School District at 719-685-2013

MSAA
Manitou Springs Arts Academy
Summer Camps