• Welcome!
  • About Desiderata
    • Vision and Philosophy
    • Our History
    • Proficiency Based Education
    • Desiderata Staff
  • Programs
    • What is a Sponsor?
    • Educational Excursions
    • The Triumph Program
  • Academics and Curriculum
    • Curriculum
    • Graduation Requirements
  • FAQ
  • Contact Us
    • Administration Contact Info

Upcoming Events

Check out our FACEBOOK PAGE for pics of our latest activities and guest speakers!


Field Trips!

Thurs Feb 23rd 10:30am

Lafayette Miners Museum

Tour and Interactive Workshop

108 East Simpson, Lafayette


Guest Speakers!

Thurs March 1st 11am - 1pm

LeAnn Bee of Bee Family Farm

Farming Sugar Beets in Northern CO

Accredited by NCES since 1994

Certified State of CO Private School since 1987

Member DERRC 501c(3) Federal Non-profit

FAQ

Q : "Does Desiderata hire teachers?  Do you have any positions open?"

A : "Desiderata contracts experienced instructors as Sponsors.  Although we do not have any immediate openings, we are always on the lookout for remarkable people with a strong desire to work with students and assist them in the achievement of their goals.  If you are interested in learning more about possible upcoming positions, please submit a resume:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

 


 

 

Q: "Are there scholarships available for Desiderata?"

A: "Yes! There are a limited number of partial scholarships available to assist students with financial need.  Most scholarships cover some percentage of the 'Sponsor Fees' (which represent the preponderance of the monthly cost).  If you would like to be considered for a financial need scholarship, please notify the enrollment counselor in order to receive an application."

We work with a 501c-3 to provide scholarships. If you are looking for a means of supporitng education, please contact us about donating to the scholarship account.

 


 

 

Q: "Is Desiderata School accredited?  Will my son or daughter be able to go to college after graduating from Desiderata?"

A: "Absolutely!  Desiderata is accredited by the National Commission on Exceptional Schools, and has been since the mid 1990's.  The school is certified by the Colorado State Board of Education, and graduates of our programs have successfully attended colleges and universities across the nation."

 

A sampling of colleges our students have attended:

 

CU Boulder and CU Denver - Colorado

CSU Fort Collins - Colorado

UW Cheyenne - Wyoming

Eckerd College - Florida

Marymount - Manhattan

West Point - New York

University of Georgia / University of Florida

USC Colorado Springs - Colorado

...and many others

 

Where will a Desiderata diploma take you?

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