About Us
A Destination for Education
Steamboat Springs is known for its small town western feel, Champagne Powder® Snow, Olympian heritage, and excellent public education system. The Steamboat Springs School District (SSSD) is consistently awarded "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Department of Education and ranked as a top school district in the state. Our schools offer curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college and the workplace.
Mission
Steamboat Springs School District provides safe, inclusive, challenging, and authentic learning experiences that prepares all students to be inspired to explore the world and contribute with integrity.
Vision
All students in Steamboat Springs School District will become global thinkers, engaged community members, and self-aware learners through academically rigorous, community- based, career-connected learning.
Steamboat Springs School District Graduates Are:
Confident and Resourceful Learners
- Academic Preparedness
- Self Advocacy
- Initiative
SSSD learners are motivated to learn and share knowledge collaboratively. Through self-awareness, self-advocacy, and initiative, learners use the skills and information they learn to approach challenges and opportunities with confidence.
Prepared for Powder Day
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Perseverance & Resilience
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Critical Thinking and Analysis
SSSD students know how to read, write, and solve math problems. They are socially strong, emotionally resilient advocates, and self-determined. They know how to build quality relationships with each other as critical thinkers and life-long learners.
Bigger than the 'Boat
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Self-Awareness
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Cultural and Global Awareness
SSSD learners seek to understand the experiences and perspectives of those different from them and proactively foster inclusivity in their community. They embrace local, national, and global issues and understand the world around them.
Fearless Life-Long Leaders
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Interpersonal Communication
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Collaboration and Teamwork
SSSD learners are inclusive, empathetic, community-minded leaders. They are curious about the world and contribute to their local community. They create a collaborative and safe environment to foster creative solutions in partnership with others.
Future Ready
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Career Awareness
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Social Awareness
SSSD learners are future ready. They are aware of options for their future careers and have the skills and experience to identify and plan for their future. They apply professional and social skills in their learning that will prepare them for their social and professional lives.