🚌 National School Bus Safety Week 🛑 This week, we honor the dedicated bus drivers who safely transport our students every day. Their commitment, care, and professionalism make a lasting impact on our school community. Thank you to each of our drivers for keeping safety first and students at heart. 💛 #jamesirwincharterschools #SchoolBusSafetyWeek
James Irwin Charter Schools
Education Administration Programs
Colorado Springs, CO 220 followers
About us
James Irwin Charter Schools is a network of six charter schools in Colorado Springs, Colorado named after the late Apollo 15 Astronaut James Benson Irwin. Founded in 2000, it has four campuses and nearly 2,000 students. The mission of James Irwin Charter Schools is to help guide students in the development of their character and academic potential through academically rigorous, content-rich educational programs. Our K-12 schools (James Irwin Charter High School, James Irwin Charter Middle School, James Irwin Elementary-Astrozon and James Irwin Elementary-Howard) have been recognized nationally, statewide and locally for academic excellence and achievement. Beginning with our academic “College Kindergarten” and culminating in our rigorous, college-preparatory high school, the schools’ mission and passion are to provide the highest quality education while developing the character of its students. James Irwin Charter Schools opened its fifth school, Power Technical in the fall of 2016. This grades 6-14 vocational school is for students interested in construction or manufacturing. Through a partnership with Pikes Peak Community College, El Paso County School District 49, the Housing and Building Association and multiple manufacturers, Power Technical will pay for its students to earn an Associate’s Degree in a skilled trade.
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http://www.jamesirwin.org
External link for James Irwin Charter Schools
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2000
- Specialties
- Direct Instruction, ED Hirsch's Core Knowledge, Character First, Cursive First, Academic Rigor, Single-sex Middle School, Vocational School, Free Associate's Degree at PTEC, and Free, All-day Kindergarten
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5525 Astrozon Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80916, US
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2525 Canada Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80922, US
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1801 N. Howard Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80909, US
Employees at James Irwin Charter Schools
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Linda Carroll
One Person Can Make a Difference
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Jessica Rawson (Urban)
High School Science Teacher at James Irwin Charter High School
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Megan Hightower
M.A. Mental Health Counseling Graduate, Teacher Coach/Trainer at James Irwin Charter Schools
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Linda Riden
Assistant principal and High School Teacher at James Irwin Charter Schools
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We couldn’t do what we do without our incredible IT team—Jonathan & Matt. From troubleshooting tech issues to keeping our systems running smoothly, they play a vital role in supporting our daily operations. Thank you for your expertise, patience, and problem-solving skills! #jamesirwincharterschools
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Leadership is about serving others. Once a month, our CEO, Rob Daugherty, trades his desk for the kitchen and cooks lunch for the network leadership team. Not only is he a great leader—he’s a great cook, too. 🍴💙 #jamesirwincharterschools
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We’re grateful to Colorado State University Pueblo for hosting 40 of our high schoolers last week for the first college visit of the school year. Experiences like these give students the chance to envision their future, explore opportunities, and ask meaningful questions. Upcoming visits include CSU Fort Collins and CU Boulder — and we’re thankful to our higher education partners for opening their doors to our students. Together, we’re helping the next generation take their first steps toward college and career success. 🎓 #jamesirwincharterschools
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We’ve heard from so many staff members who said this event was a highlight — a chance to meet new colleagues from across our six schools and build stronger connections. 🤝 When we come together as one team with one mission, great things happen. Here’s to the year ahead! #jamesirwincharterschools
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A big thank you to our leadership team for grilling, serving, and making this celebration possible for more than 300 staff members! 🍔🌭 It was a day filled with laughter, games, and the joy of reconnecting before the school year kicked off. We’re grateful to be part of such a dedicated and caring community. #jamesirwincharterschools
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More highlights from our all-staff celebration! 🎉 From cornhole champs to trivia whizzes to ladder ball legends, our team knows how to mix fun with connection. These moments remind us that our strength comes not only from hard work in the classroom, but also from building relationships across our six schools. We’re excited to share more glimpses of this memorable day soon! #jamesirwincharterschools
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Before school started, over 300 staff from all six of our schools came together for a welcome back celebration. We grilled, played games, wore matching shirts, and most importantly — connected as one team with one mission. Here’s to an amazing year ahead! More highlights coming soon… #jamesirwincharterschools
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📢 We’re hiring! Join James Irwin Charter Schools as an Assistant Registrar—an entry-level role supporting our Registrar’s Team and Student Support Services. Help with enrollment, records, and parent communication. Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gRrU6qUp 1st Grade Teacher Intern: 📢 We’re hiring a 1st Grade Teacher Intern at James Irwin Charter Schools! ✅ Must have a Bachelor’s in Elementary Ed OR pass Praxis 5205 & 5901. Start your teaching career in a supportive environment! Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3mgdn3N 2nd Grade Teacher Intern: 📢 Join our team! We’re looking for a 2nd Grade Teacher Intern at James Irwin Charter Schools. ✅ Bachelor’s in Elementary Ed OR passing Praxis 5205 & 5901 required. Make a difference in young learners’ lives! Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3mgdn3N Questions? Email maria.ramos@jamesirwin.org
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📢 We’re hiring! Join James Irwin Charter Schools as an Assistant Registrar—an entry-level role supporting our Registrar’s Team and Student Support Services. Help with enrollment, records, and parent communication. Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gRrU6qUp 1st Grade Teacher Intern: 📢 We’re hiring a 1st Grade Teacher Intern at James Irwin Charter Schools! ✅ Must have a Bachelor’s in Elementary Ed OR pass Praxis 5205 & 5901. Start your teaching career in a supportive environment! Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3mgdn3N 2nd Grade Teacher Intern: 📢 Join our team! We’re looking for a 2nd Grade Teacher Intern at James Irwin Charter Schools. ✅ Bachelor’s in Elementary Ed OR passing Praxis 5205 & 5901 required. Make a difference in young learners’ lives! Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g3mgdn3N Questions? Email maria.ramos@jamesirwin.org
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