Expeditionary is the style of instruction at AXL. We believe crew members learn with an active "expedition" rather than by sitting in a classroom being taught one subject at a time. Crews explore a topic or theme in depth by working on projects that call for inquiry, physical exploration and community service, all based on learning objectives built from Common Core Standards. AXL Expeditions are challenging, interdisciplinary and real-world investigations that engage, empower and help all crew members achieve.

AXL offers grades Pre-Kindergarten to Eighth Grade.

We are conveniently located at 450 S Chambers Rd, Aurora, CO 80017. We moved to this building in 2024 and are so excited for our scholars to learn in a more updated, spacious learning environment.

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AXL stands for Aurora Expeditionary Learning.

Instead of a quarter or semester, we arrange the school year into trimesters to allow a more organic break between expeditions.

AXL was founded in 2008.

The Owl.

AXL's school colors are navy, cerulean blue and orange.

There is no tuition for Kindergarten through 8th Grade. For Pre-K, please click here.

For K-8 Step 1: Fill out the enrollment form on our website Step 2: Space/Waitlist Notification from AXL Academy Step 3: If space is available, fill out the registration form (emailed to you) Step 4: Complete registration form and send necessary documentation Step 5: Complete check-list (emailed to you) Step 6: Welcome to school! For Pre-Kindergarten Step 1: Fill out the enrollment form on our website Step 2: Receive phone call from PK Director to set-up meeting if space is available Step 3: Attend meeting to go over enrollment options Step 4: Complete registration form and send necessary documentation Step 5: Complete check-list (emailed to you) Step 6: Welcome to school!

Each classroom is a crew; a group of peers working together to accomplish the learning objective or project. Each student is called a crew member to celebrate their identity within the crew. Crew is an extension of the community where each member brings skills, opinions and collaboration to accomplish goals.

Class sizes range depending on the grade level. Pre-K has 10 students per instructor. Kindergarten has a maximum of 20 students in a class. 1-3 has a maximum of 22 students in a class. 4 has a maximum of 20 students in a class. 5-8 has a maximum of 26 in a class.

We offer Spanish club after-school for any students who would like to learn or expand their Spanish-language knowledge.

AXL's teachers design integrated curriculum lessons for expeditions which means multiple subjects are analyzed and covered throughout the project. The integrated curriculum uses Common Core as the foundation for each learning objective which is then used for each expedition. ​ Common Core → Integrate themes in multiple subjects → Learn on expeditions

AXL uses the evidence-based Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Curriculum of Positive Action.

Click Here to see the latest APS Menus. To pay your bill, please visit payschoolscentral.com. If you are a current family and need your Infinite Campus username or password, please visit the main office. Questions about your account? ​ Sharon McMillian Cafeteria Manager Email - slmcmillian@aurorak12.org School Lunch Application: payschoolscentral.com

Yes. We have a partnership through AlphaBEST. Information for that can be found here.

AXL's Parent, Educators And Kids (PEAK) program meets every month. Visit the PEAK page for more information.

While AXL does not provide transportation, the school has partnered with Schoolpool for an AXL-only carpool option. AXL is also conveniently located near the R-line Florida light rail station.

Visit our support page for more information.

Click here to review AXL's Dress Code.

AXL Academy is a very rigorous and fast-paced environment. Please do not allow your scholar to miss school except for serious illness and the most extreme extenuating circumstances. If your scholar will be missing school, please call 303.377.0758 x200 before 9 am.

In accordance with our handbook, we ask every family contribute at least 12 hours to the school every year. To log your hours, please click here.

Food Bank of the Rockies provides a mobile food pantry in communities where more food assistance is needed. There are no eligibility requirement or restrictions to receive assistance. Clients should bring their own boxes or bags to take food home in. Food is provided on a first come, first served basis. Located across AXL at 14000 E Jewell Ave. This site also offers The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) to low income Colorado residents receiving some form of public assistance. Facility/ADA Access: Yes Intake Procedure: Walk up for service; food distributed on a first come, first served basis. Intake Requirements: For TEFAP clients, the following are required: - Photo ID - Proof of address Hours of Operation: 2nd, 4th Wednesday, 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. (Food Distribution) Contact's Phone: (303) 371-9250 (Food Bank of the Rockies) Physical Site Address 14000 E Jewell Ave. Aurora, CO 80012

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Visit our staff page to contact the teacher by email or send a message via Class Dojo.

Visit our staff page to contact the administrator(s) by email or join Admin during the monthly coffee with Admin session.

In addition to public Board meetings every month, you can contact the board by emailing board@axlacademy.org.

Class Dojo is a classroom communication tool (and app!) for teachers to showcase what scholars are learning, share important information and provide an opportunity to connect with YOU! You will be invited to join the classroom for every scholar who attends AXL. Please contact your student's teacher if you have not received this invitation.

AXL Academy has an app available on the Apple and Android stores. The school app has lunch menus, important notifications from the school, news, events, staff contact information and marking your scholar absent. Download the free app today!