1. PCKCS
As used in this Policy Manual, the terms set forth below shall have the following meanings:
(a) “Operating Council” (OC) shall mean the Operating Council of PCKCS.
(b) “CKCS” or “PCKCS” shall mean Parker Core Knowledge Charter School.
(c) “District” or “DCSD” shall mean Douglas County School District Re. 1.
(d) “Member” means a person who is a member of PCKCS’ OC, as set forth in Parker Core Knowledge Charter School’s bylaws.
(e) “Director” and “Principal” mean the head administrator of PCKCS.
(f) “Parent” means a parent or legal guardian of a PCKCS student.
We will strive to build a solid foundation of knowledge and skills that will enable our children to meet the challenges of a global society.
The idea to establish a school based on the Core Knowledge curriculum and to offer foreign languages began with a small group of parents. These parents shared a commitment to offer an academic environment centered on the content-rich Core Knowledge curriculum. Through their hard work and perseverance, the school charter application was approved. Work got underway to find and prepare a facility in time to open for the 1994/95 school year. On September 6, 1994, Parker Core Knowledge Charter School opened its doors to 164 students, nine teachers, a tutor, three educational assistants, a school secretary, a Principal, and a nine-member governing board.
Today, PCKCS consists of 414 students, 17 classroom teachers, 9 specials teachers (PE, music, art, tech, and Spanish), 3 full time aides, 7 tutors, 1 school secretary, an office administrator, a business manager, an academic director, a school director, and a nine-member governing board. What started as a grass-roots effort to establish a first-rate school based on a strong curriculum with strong parental involvement has flourished. PCKCS students consistently score among the highest in Douglas County and the state of Colorado on standardized CSAP tests.
The combined talents and dedication to a true partnership between teachers, students, and parents have resulted in significant success.
Today
PCKCS remains committed to maintaining a strong educational environment that develops the skills, talents, and abilities of all its students.
Welcome to Parker Core Knowledge Charter School. PCKCS is committed to providing the highest quality public education in Colorado. It is our goal to build on and enhance student strengths in a school environment that offers rich challenges in learning. Educating students at PCKCS is a true team effort involving a commitment from students, their families, and the PCKCS staff. Together, we form the “Core Team”.
