Big Sky PK-8 will open its doors for the 2026-2027 school year.
The school is committed to creating a positive and supportive school culture built on strong relationships and clear communication with families. St. Vrain Valley Schools’ teachers and staff provide rigorous, high-quality instruction and set high expectations for all students, balanced with warmth, care, and individualized support. As a unified PK-8 system, the school collaborates to ensure a seamless educational experience that builds essential academic foundations and equips students with the critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills they need to succeed in the workforce of tomorrow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The school will open for the 2026-2027 school year as a PK-6 school. Seventh grade will be added in 2027-2028, and eighth grade in 2028-2029.
This phased approach allows us to build a strong, positive culture with our youngest middle school students around what it means to be part of a PK-8 community. Our first sixth grade class will help shape the school’s identity, traditions, and culture from day one. They’ll work directly with staff to define what it means to be a middle school student in our building and create a legacy for future classes. The phased implementation also ensures optimal resource planning between this new school and Mead Middle School, allowing us to carefully coordinate staffing, materials, and programs as the school grows.
Yes. The inaugural sixth grade class will have access to electives, athletics, and extracurricular activities, along with the unique opportunity to shape the culture and traditions of the school.
No. Students currently in grades 6-8 at Mead Middle School will remain at Mead Middle and will not be impacted by the opening of the new school. They’ll continue with their established routines, teachers, and peer groups.
A dedicated website will launch this summer, and multiple communication channels will be used, including email, social media, newsletters, and community meetings.
Yes. Families will receive a survey to submit ideas for the school’s name, mascot, and colors. This input will guide the identity of the new school. These elements are expected to be finalized and announced by mid-fall 2025, allowing time for integration into signage, uniforms, and materials.
This fall, a teacher leadership team will be formed to help define the school’s mission, vision, and instructional philosophy. Once geographic boundaries are established, a parent advisory group will form to provide valuable insight into what families would like to see in their new neighborhood school—from educational programs to extracurricular activities to community partnerships.
You can:
- Complete the feedback form and sign up for email updates within the feedback form
- Share your ideas for programs, traditions, or priorities
- Join upcoming community meetings