Points of Pride

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PONDEROSA POINTS OF PRIDE


Great schools are steeped in tradition, legacy and longevity.  They endure over time regardless of their physical surroundings.  Ponderosa high school has over three decades of proven success and is very proud of its accomplishments.  Below are some highlights.


  • Ponderosa is known for its “family feel” where students, faculty and staff feel safe and comfortable.
  • Ponderosa offers big school opportunities in a small school setting.
  • Ponderosa is ranked as one of the top 500 high schools in the country by Newsweek Magazine.
  • Ponderosa was selected as one of the top 300 schools in the country by U.S. News and World Report.
  • Ponderosa recently received the College Success Award from GreatSchools.org, which recognizes high schools who well-prepare students for post-secondary success.
  • Ponderosa has a 98.7% graduation rate.
  • Ponderosa students can choose from 33 college credit courses and 18 Advanced Placement courses.
  • On average, Ponderosa students earn over 5 million dollars in scholarships annually.
  • Ponderosa has one of the lowest mediation rates in Colorado.  When our students graduate, they are prepared for college.
  • Ponderosa has the lowest referral rate for drug and alcohol use among all DCSD high schools.
  • 75% of Ponderosa’s student body is involved in athletics and/or activities.
  • Ponderosa has won 32 state championships and 120 league championships, the MOST among all high schools in Douglas County.
  • Ponderosa is the only high school in Douglas County that offers an Auto Mechanics program where students can earn NATEF certification and compete for jobs right out of high school.
  • Our annual Wish Week, sponsored by Student Council, has raised over $200,000.00 and granted over 30 wishes.
  • Ponderosa is the only DCSD high school that has a “Human Rights Awareness Week,” where students can learn about global issues affecting our society.


Ponderosa High School
Proud, Productive, Proven!!

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In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The School District's Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, [email protected], 303-387-0127.

Outside Agencies

Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202.

NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS

Special Education records which have been collected by Douglas County School District related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of special education in the district, must be maintained under state and federal laws for the period of five (5) years after special education services have ended for the student. Special education services end when the student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, or completes his/her educational program at age 21, or moves from the district. This notification is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Douglas County School District's intent to destroy the special education records of students who exited special education services as of June 30, 2016. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student notifies the school district otherwise. After five years, the records are no longer useful to the district, but may be useful to the parent/guardian or former student in applying for social security benefits, rehabilitation services, college entrance, etc. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may request a copy of the records by requesting the records at this link ( Douglas County School District Transcripts and Records Requests ).