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Join the Explorers for the 2025 Field Day Fun!!!
May 16th
- 3rd - 5th Grades - 9:15-11:15 am
- K - 2nd Grade - 12:15-2:15 pm
Rain date: May 20th
Ceremony Dates
We're excited to invite all our wonderful families to join us in celebrating our students at this year's Graduation and Continuation Ceremonies!
Let's honor their hard work and achievements together!
Last Day of School!
Last Day of School is May 23, 2025
This is a half-day: 8-11 am
Lunch will not be served, School will provide breakfast
Attendance
If your student will be late or absent, please call the 24 hour attendance line, leaving a detailed message. Please include, student full name, parent name, dates and reason. Thank you for our support!
Explore With Us
Become an Explorer!
School Choice Applications are open! Complete your application online on the CCSD Admissions Page
Dry Creek Calendar of Events
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14603 E Fremont Ave, Centennial, Colorado 80112, United States
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14603 E Fremont Ave, Centennial, Colorado 80112, United States
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Training and Recruitment Center - 16400 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Aurora, Co 80015
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Stutler Bowl 9300 E Union Ave, Greenwood Village, CO 80111
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Hamilton Gym at; Ritchie Center ~ 2240 E. Buchtel Blvd. Denver, CO 80210
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Hamilton Gym at; Ritchie Center ~ 2240 E. Buchtel Blvd. Denver, CO 80210
What's Happening at Dry Creek
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The Colorado Department of Education recently recognized 14 Cherry Creek School District schools for academic achievement and growth during the 2023-24 school year.
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The highlight of this year’s show was a unique collaborative project done by 2nd graders at Dry Creek Elementary and students at Cherry Creek High School.
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There was both excitement and tension in the air as six teams of students demonstrated their deep knowledge of 15 books as they vied for the title of Battle of the Books Champion.
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In alignment with our Core Values and our vision of a Pathway of Purpose for every student, CCSD and the Denver NWSL are collectively investing to build soccer fields and a stadium in Centennial.
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The Cherry Creek Schools Board of Education has named longtime district volunteer, employee, and former board member Janice McDonald as the newest inductee to the Legacy Stadium Educational Leadership Wall of Fame.
District Announcements
Summer Opportunities
Cherry Creek Schools offers a wide range of enriching summer programs for students of all ages. Whether your student wants to stay active, get ahead, or try something new, there’s something for everyone!
- Extended Child Services Summer Camps
- Summer Sports and Activity Camps
- In-Person and Online High School Summer School
- Career and Technical Education (CTE) Internship Program
Open House Recruiting Event for Bus Drivers
Saturday, May 17th, 2025, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Training and Recruitment Center - 16400 E. Smoky Hill Rd., Aurora, Co 80015 (map)
- Applicants do not need to have a CDL to apply, we help get the CDL
- The district provides paid training
- Onsite interviews on the day of the event
Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule
Monday: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 1:45 pm*
Thursday: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 2:45 pm
* School ends 1 hour early on Wednesdays to allow for staff learning and development
Mission Statement
TRAIL Behaviors
Dry Creek Students are on the TRAIL!
T - Teamwork
R - Respect
A - Act Safely
I - Integrity
L - Leadership