School Overview

LaunchED Virtual Academy operates under the mission of St. Vrain Valley Schools and offers a fully-accredited online alternative for kindergarten through 12th graders. The curriculum is taught by licensed St. Vrain Valley Schools educators and delivered via Schoology in an environment that advances academic excellence while supporting and fostering student development.

St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy utilizes content from a variety of digital sources to deliver a rigorous and comprehensive educational experience that aligns with Colorado Academic Standards. The content taught and the pace of delivery aligns with district expectations for each grade level and course, according to district unit plans. Each course is taught by St. Vrain educators, supported by St. Vrain departments, and aligned with St. Vrain’s expectations. Families play an instrumental role in the learning process at home, but parents and guardians are not expected to serve as teachers.

School Leadership

Alternative Programs

For homeschooling support, please refer to St. Vrain’s APEX Homeschool Program. For information about St. Vrain’s alternative virtual programs, please refer to St. Vrain Virtual High School and eCredit Recovery.

Recent News

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Mar 23, 2026

Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol

On March 13, student leaders from across St. Vrain Valley Schools stepped beyond the classroom and into the heart of Colorado’s legislative process. As members of the district’s Student Advisory Council—a group of high school students representing their schools and helping inform district decisions—these students traveled to the Colorado State Capitol for a firsthand look...<br><a title="Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/23/student-leaders-experience-government-in-action-at-the-colorado-state-capitol/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Student Leaders Experience Government in Action at the Colorado State Capitol </span>Read More</a>

Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

Apr 2, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>

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