为什么瑞克斯
游戏为主的学习
Our all-encompassing curriculum is delivered within a play-based format and integrates all areas of development including 社会-emotional, 物理, 认知, 读写能力, 语言, 数学, 科学 and technology, 社会研究, and the arts within the daily classroom routine and structure.
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包容的社会
在瑞克, we cultivate an empathetic, 包容, and equitable school community that values and encourages respect, 的声音, and agency for all students.
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杜连接
As part of the University of Denver, a University community dedicated to life-long learning, Ricks Center students are granted access to DU resources and scholars addressing their distinct intellectual, 社会, and emotional needs as gifted students and equipping them with the necessary tools and confidence for self-expression and success.
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儿童早期
Gifted young children blossom and grow 认知ly, 智力, 社会, and emotionally when placed in a supportive, stimulating learning environment where they are challenged and encouraged to build on their strengths, and inspired to cultivate new skills. Ricks Center has created a nationally recognized program for our youngest students with their unique characteristics and accelerated learning needs at the core.
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小学
The goal of Ricks Center Primary program is to ensure that all of our students develop essential academic skills while engaging fully in their learning. We want children to learn to take intellectual risks, explore ideas, and expand their horizons.
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中学
Students in 5th through 8th grade are taught by content specialists in the core subjects areas of math, 语言艺术, 科学, 还有社会研究. 中学 students participate in small group and whole class instruction, allowing for passionate discussions, 高层次的思维, and in-depth exploration of relevant topics.
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15 平均班级人数
$750k Amount awarded in financial aid each year
15+ Partnerships with Denver University
"Teachers are so amazing. They help you with everything. I love the curriculum. Ricks is open to all types of learners and levels."
Vanessa, student, age 13
Everyone here is so nice. Everyone here is friendly and open. 我开始社交了. I like being around everyone. 它使我快乐.
Ethan, student, age 13
"They help me feel proud because they help me through the work that I need to do, and it just makes me feel proud of myself--like I can do anything."
Tilly, student, age 8
"Teachers are so amazing. They help you with everything. I love the curriculum. Ricks is open to all types of learners and levels."
Vanessa, student, age 13
The Benefits of Getting Children into Nature
“ I go to nature to be soothed and healed and to have my senses put in tune once more” -John Burroughs
Nature is the very best sensory modality we have access to that has multiple benefits for all people no matter their age, but especially children. Children are constantly linking the outside world with their internal feelings/emotions and expanding their thoughts and understanding of the world.
在瑞克斯, we provide opportunities for our students to explore and play within the natural world using their own ideas and self-direction. These experiences are essential for the healthy development of an internal sense of wellbeing in children.
When allowed space to self-direct their play, children test themselves by interacting with the natural environment. They not only imagine, but they act in alternative ways to move and create given what is available to them in their surroundings.
There is emerging evidence that exposure to nature is essential for 物理 and emotional health and that exposure to nature may reduce the symptoms of ADHD. 另外, when children are routinely interacting in nature, there are improvements in 认知 abilities and resistance to negative stresses and depression.
If you're curious about ways to get your child outside in nature more often, go with them!
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