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
Kindergarten–Grade 6:
8:35 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
Preschool:
- AM Session: 8:25 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.
- PM Session: 12:45 p.m. – 3:25 p.m.
- Full Day: 8:25 a.m. – 3:35 p.m.
Please see the following links for helpful information about transportation:
- Big Sky Transportation Support
- How do I find out about my child’s bus?
- select the More button on the left hand side and then select transportation to locate your child’s information.
Line-up area maps will be sent to families in August. Staff will be outside to assist students and review daily entry procedures.
Elementary and middle school students will have limited interaction during the school day. The building includes separate wings and playgrounds, and students will not share lunch or specials.
Detailed drop-off and pick-up procedures will be shared with families in August, prior to the start of school.
Information is available through Big Sky PK–8 Community Schools.
Preschool information is available through St. Vrain Valley School District Preschool Services.
Please contact our registrar at 303-702-8060 for registration assistance.
Yes. There will be two Open Houses held in August. Big Sky also hopes to hold some informal opportunities to visit the building in the month of July. Additional details will be shared closer to these events.
Teacher assignments will be communicated to families prior to the start of the school year.
All positions are posted on the St. Vrain Valley Schools Human Resources website under “Search and Apply.”
Yes. Information about our parent organization is available at:
https://www.bigskypo.org/
Yes. St. Vrain Valley Schools partners with the Mead Police Department to provide a School Resource Officer. Big Sky will also have a Campus Supervisor.
Yes. On March 12, families are invited to learn more about Big Sky’s middle school program.
- Location: Mead High School
- Time: 5:30 p.m.
Mr. Barnett will share information about the transition to 6th grade, and 6th-grade teachers will facilitate student activities.
Yes. Middle school students will be assigned lockers.
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.