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Northeast Aurora: A New Chapter in Education

Opening in 2028 with 6th Grade

DSST Public Schools is thrilled to announce the future opening of our second Aurora Science & Tech campus in the growing Aurora Highlands community. This new 6–12 campus will bring rigorous STEM education, college readiness and social-emotional learning to hundreds of Aurora students, right in their neighborhood.

Did you know?

  • Charter schools are free, public and open to all!
  • There is no admissions process. Enrollment is managed through an independently run lottery.
  • Charter schools are held accountable to the same education standards as all Colorado public schools.

 

A Partnership for Aurora's Future

Aurora Public Schools and DSST Public Schools have approved a new 6–12 campus in Aurora Highlands, opening August 2028. Co-located with a new APS comprehensive high school, this campus will deliver high-quality public education and college-ready STEM programming for Aurora families.

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Your Voice Matters

We want to hear from you! What does the northeast Aurora community value most in a school?

  • Academic preparedness that sets students up for success

  • Real-world STEM programming for future careers

  • Social-emotional learning that supports every child

Painted Prairie residents have an exclusive opportunity to share input from November 20 through mid-January. Help shape the future of education in your community.

 

Upcoming Opportunities:

 

  • Jan. 7, 2026 | 6-7 p.m. Painted Prairie Developer Forum

    • Embassy Suites DIA | Pikes Peak and Summit Rooms | 7001 N Yampa St, Denver, CO 80249

    • Hear from Nella Garcia Urban, CEO of DSST Public Schools, on DSST's expansion in Aurora, and provide input on what a K-12 education pathway could look like for Painted Prairie!

 

 

 

 

 

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“This partnership is a powerful step forward in expanding educational opportunities in Aurora."

Nella Garcia Urban CEO, DSST Public Schools

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