About
Brown Elementary
2550 Lowell Blvd.
Denver, CO 80211
Phone: 303-477-1611
Suzanne Loughran, Principal
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About Brown International Academy
Brief History
Brown Elementary School opened its doors in 1952. It was named for
Edward L. Brown, who served the Denver Public Schools from 1898 to 1931
as a teacher, principal and assistant superintendent.
Recently,
Brown
was selected for revitalization, and a committee of teachers, parents
and community members researched several different curricular
programs. They ultimately chose to implement the International
Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years
Programme, and the school became known as Brown International Academy.
In the spring of 2005, many new
staff members were hired, including a new principal, Suzanne Loughran.
Most of the staff
have participated in a training workshop at Princeton University in
order to learn about implementing the PYP programme. Training will
continue as Brown works toward becoming a certified IB school. In early 2007, Brown was honored to be named a Beacon School, in which teachers commit to support a specific
school-wide education plan that is intended to
encourage innovation and reform.
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| School Overview
There
is so much to know about Brown -- from our educational philosophy and
curriculum, to our staff and special programs. Find out Why Brown Is Where You Want To Be!
Specials Programs
Our four specials programs include Visual Arts, Music, Gym/Dance, and Library/Technology. Foreign language instruction is a unique feature of IB schools - our language is Spanish. Read about the Specials That Make Brown Special.
The Kids
The students at Brown come from a variety of backgrounds and pursue all sorts of personal interests and activities. What they all seem to share is a passion for learning. Check out The Many Faces at Brown.
5th Grade Overview
Learning, Reflecting, and Taking Action... 5th graders' learning experience culminates in a unique PYP Exhibition, with many interesting adventures along the way. Find out what your kids have to look forward to when they reach 5th grade at Brown.
The Essentials: What You Need to Know
From bell times and school lunch arrangements to after-school activities and key contact information, here are the Quick Tips & Essentials. Download School Supply Lists for the 2007-2008 school year. Download the 2007-2008 School Year Calendar.
Transitioning Your Child to Brown
Welcome new families! While going to a new school is an exciting adventure, it is also a time of transition and adjustment. We have implemented a new learner buddy system and compiled
a few helpful tips for incoming families. Read about Helping Your Child Transition to Brown.
Navigating the School System: Enrolling in School
What is the enrollment process? What is "choice" and how does it work? At what age does ECE begin in DPS? Check out the DPS Parent Guide.
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| Our Vision Statement
To live the spirit of the Voyager
is to explore the world
with a sense of wonder;
inspiring a passion for learning.
Our vision promotes personal responsibility,
intercultural understanding,
and academic excellence.
The Spirit of the Voyager
embodies risk-taking, teamwork,
and mutual respect.
Integrity guides our thoughts,
words, and actions.
As Voyagers, we are committed to
making a positive difference in
our school, our community, and
our world.
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