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My wife and I are both Denver natives and proud products of the Denver Public School system. When we began our school search more than two years ago, we cast a wide net, considering public, Catholic, and private schools. Any parent who has gone through this process knows how overwhelming and time-consuming it can be. From the start, we were clear about our priorities: a strong academic culture where learning is central, exceptional teachers, small class sizes, meaningful diversity, a safe and secure environment, and ample resources to support student growth. After extensive research and school visits, we narrowed our decision to three outstanding options: The Challenge School, Good Shepherd Catholic School, and Graland Country Day School. Once we received our admission offer from Graland, the choice became clear. Graland stood out as the school that best aligned with everyone's priorities. Learning is unmistakably the heartbeat of the school, something you feel immediately upon walking through the doors. Graland has mastered traditional academics, particularly in math, science, and reading, while also offering an exceptionally rich and well-developed arts program that allows students to explore creativity alongside rigor. The faculty are highly qualified, with most teachers holding advanced degrees, and class sizes are intentionally small, allowing for meaningful individualized attention. Graland's student body reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The school values diversity in an authentic way, not only racially but also economically as well. When thinking about diversity, it's important to consider context: Denver itself is not an extremely diverse city, and Graland's demographics are very representative of the broader community. Additionally, the school provides affinity groups that create space for reflection, dialogue, and belonging, particularly for students of color. Equally impressive is the level of parental and community involvement. On any given day, you'll find parents and community members actively engaged on campus. While Graland is certainly a school, it functions more like a community, and that sense of shared ownership and partnership is where education truly thrives. We feel confident and grateful that Graland is the place where our child will learn, grow, and be supported.

I am 83 now and I remember my years at Graland. I always loved math and science and Graland taught me how to think and question not just memorize. We moved to Alabama I went to a public prep school in Montgomery and college at the University of Alabama. With a BSCE AND MS and worked for a worldwide Engineering and Construction company for 32 years retiring having been VP and GM of the Environmental Division. My sister and I both credit Graland for having given us both wonderful memories and a great foundation. PS: I still don`t like creamed onions!

I am a student in 5th grade at this school. It is amazing! People are always willing to become friends, and it is a very inclusive learning environment. However, due to the COVID-19 virus, it has been harder to interact with friends, and people outside of your `house` are not allowed to interact with you at school.

I have three boys who attend Graland. I highly recommend this school. The faculty and leadership team exceeded my expectations. My children receive personalized instruction with a focus on the entire child. I could not be more pleased with our experience.