The Colorado Springs School District 11

Literacy opens doors. When students read confidently and proficiently, they are better prepared to understand new ideas, engage across every subject, and approach their futures with confidence.

We’re proud to celebrate Audubon Blackhawks D11, Bristol Elementary School, and Stratton ElementaryD11 for being named Bright Spots by The 74 !

This recognition reflects the dedication of our students, educators, school leaders, families, and community partners. It also reinforces a commitment shared throughout District 11: ensuring every student develops the strong reading foundation needed to thrive in school and beyond.

Congratulations to the Audubon, Bristol, and Stratton! Your work demonstrates what is possible when we come together around one essential goal: helping every student succeed.

We see your hard work—and this is a bright spot worth celebrating!

A Safe School Starts at the Front Door

Everyone has a role in keeping D11 students, staff, and guests safe. All visitors and volunteers must check in each time they enter a school.

Visitor Aware, our also helps account for everyone in the building in the event of an emergency.

Who Is Considered a Visitor?

Visitors may include parents, guest speakers, representatives from outside organizations, or D11 employees visiting a building where they do not normally work.

All visitors and volunteers must:

• Check in at the front office.
• Present a valid photo ID for verification. You may not enter the building without identification.
• Receive and wear a printed badge at all times while inside the building.
• Check out before leaving the school.

Do You Want to Volunteer?

Volunteer registration must be completed before volunteering at a D11 school. Checking in when you arrive and checking out when you leave is how we accurately track and record your volunteer hours.

Click Here to Register as a D11 Volunteer: https://app.visitor-aware.com/apply/KWqwTo2nU0

Already Approved as a D11 Parent, Visitor, or Volunteer?

When you arrive, sign in using the Visitor Aware iPad kiosk located in the school vestibule or ask the front office staff to check you in.

For faster check-in during future visits, ask your school’s front office staff to send you your personal Visitor Aware QR code.

Staff, parents, visitors, and volunteers - Let’s follow the process, be role models for others, and do our part to protect our school community.

Thank you for helping keep our students and staff safe!

Calling Colorado Springs businesses!

Interested in doing business with Colorado Springs School District 11?

Join us August 27 for D11 Vendor Industry Day and meet the teams behind our facilities, capital, technology, and procurement work.

Learn about upcoming projects, vendor prequalification, procurement and solicitation processes, and what your company needs to know to compete for future D11 opportunities.

RSVP: https://www.d11.org/VendorDay

Construction & trades
IT & technology
Electrical & mechanical
Facilities services
Architecture & engineering
Professional services
..and more!

Choose a morning or afternoon session and connect with us.
August 27, 2026
9 - 11 a.m. OR 1 - 3 p.m.
Tesla Professional Development Center

Hillside Connection Girls 3v3 Basketball Tournament is back!

Where: Carmel Community School

Practice Days: September 8, 10, 15, & 17

Tournament: September 19 & 20

Preferred Donation: $25 scholarships available for any girl in need.
Divisions: Hoopster 4th - 5th and MiddleStar 6th-8th [Only 60 Spots | 30 per division)

Last year, the champs took home medals & prizes!

Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4iaO9xE

The event is endorsed by our friends at

Questions contact us via email at: [email protected]

THE GOOD NEWS CONTINUES! As Colorado celebrates its No. 1 ranking in the nation for education by U.S. News & World Report, D11 is proud to keep leading the way.
With 60 model classrooms and counting, D11 teachers have immediate, close-to-home opportunities to learn from outstanding peers who are opening their classrooms, sharing their expertise, and inspiring new strategies that strengthen instruction for every student."