Hydrology class surveying Little Dry Creek!
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Three high school students conduct a stream study at Little Dry Creek, surrounded by tall grasses, wildflowers, and leafy shrubs. One student stands in the shallow creek barefoot, holding a notebook and measuring tape, while the other two observe from the bank—one seated and one standing. They appear focused on gathering environmental data. A piece of equipment, possibly a probe or sensor, is partially visible in the foreground. The natural setting is lush and green, indicating a field-based science or environmental study activity.
Another EPIC harvest!
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Students interact with vertical rows of lush green and purple leafy lettuce inside a hydroponic growing container. Two girls in the foreground smile and look closely at the plants, wearing blue gloves as they engage in hands-on learning. The interior is brightly lit, and the system is equipped with tubing and growing infrastructure. Sunlight and grassy outdoor scenery are visible through the open door in the background.
Future Educators out at Gudy Gaskill conducting KEEN observations of great teaching and learning. Gaskill teachers were trailblazers for our entry into elementary school observations. Our Future Educators were blown away by the impressive work students and teachers are doing at Gaskill. Thanks for hosting us Mrs. MacDonald and Mrs. Dominick!
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of students, mostly female and dressed in matching navy blue shirts, walks along a landscaped sidewalk toward the entrance of Gudy Gaskill Elementary School. The school name is prominently displayed above the front windows. The building is modern with tan brick walls and large glass windows. An American flag is flown at half-staff near the entrance. The surrounding landscape features rocks, native grasses, and low-maintenance plants. The weather is sunny with a clear blue sky.
A group of high school students and two adult staff members pose indoors in front of a large wall map labeled with local areas such as "High Line Canal," "Jefferson County," "Denver County," and "Urban Woods." The students, diverse in appearance, are smiling and holding colorful folders in red, orange, yellow, green, and blue. Most wear navy blue or black shirts with a small logo, and some are in jeans or casual attire. The setting is a school or educational facility with a clean, modern interior, gray flooring, and light-colored walls.
Hydrology class visited Reynold’s Landing to learn about flood mitigation, habitat restoration and increasing recreation areas on the South Platte
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of students wearing bright yellow and orange reflective safety vests stands on a dirt path next to a rocky riverbank at Reynolds Landing. The vests are labeled “Naranjo Civil Constructors” on the back. A man in a matching vest and white cap appears to be leading the group, standing with hands in his pockets. The group looks toward the river and surrounding landscape, which features tall grasses, trees, and a small dam or water control structure in the background. The sky is overcast, suggesting a cool or cloudy day.
Architecture students visited the CSU Spur campus in Denver this week. They got to see several different design styles, sustainable practices, and got their creative juices flowing for their upcoming design projects at EPIC.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of thirteen high school students stands in a line outside a building with light tan brick walls. Behind them is a circular window framed by a large, avocado-shaped mosaic made of green, yellow, and brown tiles. Most students are wearing navy blue shirts with a small logo on the chest; a few wear black or white versions. They hold notebooks or papers and are smiling at the camera. The group is diverse in gender and appearance, and the setting appears to be an educational field trip, likely related to architecture or design based on the backdrop and materials in hand.
Real Estate students learned how encumbrances on properties are similar to heavy items in backpacks- the more there are, the less attractive the property becomes! They also made creative notes and learned about different types of easements.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Hand-drawn educational poster titled “Encumbrances” in bold black letters on a yellow rectangle at the top. Six labeled boxes are connected to the title with colored arrows, each describing a type of encumbrance: Liens (blue box) – Includes “Mortgage, taxes, mechanics”; noted as a charge providing security for debts. Easements (blue box) – Examples: “Right of way, utilities”; grants the right to use another’s land for a specific purpose; lists types like “Servient & Dominant,” “Party Wall Easement,” and “Easement in Gross.” Encroachments (brown box) – Includes “Fence, driveway”; described as illegal intrusion onto another’s property. Deed Restriction (red box) – Examples: “HOA, covenants”; refers to covenants, conditions, and restrictions to maintain subdivision standards. Leases (teal box) – Includes “Tenant rights”; gives the right to use property for a set time, typically for renters. Licenses (green box) – Described as a privilege to use land that is revocable by the owner. All boxes are outlined with hand-drawn borders and arrows of various colors point from the central title to each concept. The background is white.
A group of diverse middle or high school students walking away on a wide sidewalk toward a modern school building. The students wear casual clothing and colorful backpacks with various designs, including a pink heart, cartoon characters, and a shark face. The group includes a mix of boys and girls with varied hair colors and styles. In the background, a white and black RV labeled “Imagine” is parked near the building, which has a dark exterior with large windows. The scene is outdoors with some mulch and grass along the path.

📅 Save the Date!
Parents and staff, you’re invited to a FREE workshop that will leave you with useful tools to help students build focus, routines, time management, and organization to help fuel their own success.

💡 Whether you’ve heard of “executive functioning” or not, this session hosted by Brandon Slade, founder of Untapped Learning, will break it down in simple, practical ways. Walk away with strategies you can start using right away!

🗓️ Thursday, September 18 in the evening
📍ESC Boardroom (5776 S. Crocker St.)

✨ More info coming next week–stay tuned and watch your email!

6 months ago, LPS Communications
A girl reads a book, with a "Healthy Hearts & Minds" logo and geometric shapes framing the image.
Apprentice Prep students working outside on their mockup. Students put safety first with proper ladder and scaffolding measures. Next, students worked on plumbing their overhead 2 x 4s for rafters. Students then had to calculate their own rafter measurements getting ready to add a roof to this mock-up.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of students wearing orange hard hats and yellow safety vests construct a wooden frame structure outdoors under large trees. Some stand on orange scaffolding while others support the frame from the ground. In another scene, students work collaboratively on a concrete surface, measuring and aligning wooden boards. One student sits holding a blue triangle square while others crouch or stand nearby with tools. A partially built wooden structure is visible in the background.
A group of students wearing orange hard hats and yellow safety vests construct a wooden frame structure outdoors under large trees. Some stand on orange scaffolding while others support the frame from the ground. In another scene, students work collaboratively on a concrete surface, measuring and aligning wooden boards. One student sits holding a blue triangle square while others crouch or stand nearby with tools. A partially built wooden structure is visible in the background.
Construction 1 students learning about safety and precision cutting. Students have spent the last week learning about different saws and now are putting their knowledge to the test with a skills assessment.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A student in a green hard hat, red gloves, and yellow safety vest measures a piece of wood with a tape measure at a miter saw station inside a construction classroom. The student is surrounded by peers also wearing safety gear, standing in the background observing. The vest features a circular patch with a mountain and sun logo. The setting is a modern workshop with concrete floors and visible equipment.
A little hands on learning at the Little Dry Creek
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A young person with light skin and brown hair, wearing a gray T-shirt and black waders, holds a live crayfish toward the camera, making the crayfish the central focus. They stand beside a rocky stream, with greenery and water visible in the background. The person wears a neon green woven bracelet on their wrist.
You're Invited! Join us for the Community Resource Expo at the East Community Center!
📅 Saturday, September 27
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 East Community Center

This fair-style event is a great opportunity to connect with local organizations and access helpful resources. You’ll find:
-Free food
-Family-friendly games
-Health resources
-Clothing, socks, and toiletries
-Cleaning supplies
-Kids’ books, stickers, and toys
-Swag and info from local partners
-And more!

Whether you're looking for support or just want to enjoy a fun day with your family, there's something for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there!

Learn more: tinyurl.com/ECCexpo25
6 months ago, LPS Communications
Community Resource Expo flyer with diverse people, vendor tents; event on Sept 27, 2025, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. at ECC.
Join us for EPIC Campus’ Internship Information Night on Monday, September 8th from 5:30–7:00pm to learn more about Spring semester internship opportunities. This session is required for seniors interested in participating in the EPIC Internship Program, and parents are encouraged to attend. If you’re unable to make the evening session, an alternate morning meeting will be offered on Wednesday, September 10th from 7:30–9:00am. Sign-up will open next week, don't miss your chance to get started!
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Flyer with a dark blue background promoting an EPIC Campus Internship Information Meeting. The EPIC Campus logo appears at the top. Large white text reads “INTERNSHIP INFORMATION MEETING.” The flyer states that this session is for Spring semester internships and is required for seniors interested in the EPIC Internship Program. Parents are encouraged to attend. A link to RSVP is provided: “bit.ly/EPICInternship.” A calendar icon accompanies the date and time: “Monday, September 8, 5:30 – 7:00 PM.”
On Monday, September 8, 2025, the EPIC Campus will host Student/Parent/Instructor Conferences from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. These conferences are open to everyone, and we strongly encourage conferences for students who are currently earning a C or lower in their class. Our goals with these conferences are to answer questions about the learning experiences and the opportunities here at EPIC and to identify strategies to support the student’s learning and growth.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Flyer with a green background promoting an EPIC Campus event. At the top is the EPIC Campus logo, featuring stylized mountains, river, and sun, next to the words “EPIC Campus – Explorative Pathways for Innovative Careers.” Large white bold text reads “STUDENT/ PARENT/ INSTRUCTOR MEETING.” Below, the flyer explains that the conferences are open to everyone and aim to support student learning. The date and time are listed with a calendar icon: “Monday, September 8, 5:30 – 8:00 PM.”
Nurse Aide skills time! CNA students learned about taking a radial pulse from an artery. Fun fact: you take a pulse from an artery not a vein because arteries are pressurized. #thisisEPIC
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Two high school students in navy blue scrubs practice a healthcare scenario in a clinical classroom setting. One student, seated on a hospital bed, extends his wrist while the other stands beside him, checking the time on her smartwatch as if timing a pulse. A medical binder with a pen is on a nearby overbed table. The background includes privacy curtains, a wooden cabinet, and a neatly made hospital bed.
Work Based Learning time! Our WBL team is out and about EPIC Campus letting all our students know about how EPIC programming prepares them for the world of work. Students can participate in apprenticeships, internships or job shadow opportunities. This is EPIC!
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A classroom of high school students, mostly female, sits at grouped tables while a teacher stands at the front giving a presentation titled "EPIC Work Based Learning." Several students have their hands raised. The classroom walls are decorated with anatomy posters and charts. Each student has a personalized name tent on their desk with words like “Faithful,” “Religious,” “Music,” and “Kindness.” A projection screen shows the LPS logo and an image of a school campus. The atmosphere appears interactive and educational.
Sports Med B started the school year off learning about the wrist and hand. They practiced the anatomy on the Anatomage table and then created “movable” hands to learn about the joints and range of motion.
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of high school students gathers around an interactive digital anatomy table displaying a skeletal scan. The students, diverse in gender and appearance, are engaged and curious, with one student gesturing while others observe the screen. They wear casual and school-branded clothing. The room has a bright green wall, a large black screen mounted on it, and colorful geometric carpet tiles. Ceiling lights and reflections are visible above the display.
Architecture Design students exploring the world of Sketch-Up with bathroom design. Students practice writing and drawing each day as warmups. “The mother art is architecture. Without an architecture of our own, we have no soul of our civilization.” – Frank Lloyd Wright. #thisisEPIC #beEPIC
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A blonde male student in a navy polo shirt works on a laptop at a classroom desk, using a mouse and looking at a CAD-style design on the screen. He is seated in front of multiple large monitors. A green water bottle with an orange cap sits beside the laptop. The setting is a tech-focused computer lab.
A classroom scene with students working individually on laptops at desks with large monitors. A teacher stands beside a male student, offering guidance. A female student with long blonde hair sits nearby, focusing on her work. Posters about design concepts and a perspective drawing hang on the walls, suggesting an architecture class.

Teacher Cadets learned about diversity and literacy today. Mr Schuster from the ESC came and talked with the students about diverse classroom libraries. “Books are mirrors when readers see their own lives reflected in the pages. Books are windows when they allow readers a view of their lives and stories that are different from their own. Books become sliding glass doors when readers feel transported into the world of the story and when they feel empathy for the characters.”- Rudine Sims Bishop

6 months ago, EPIC Campus
High school students seated at classroom tables, listening attentively during a lesson. A male student in a gray T-shirt is in the foreground, while a group of female students sit nearby, facing forward. Each table has colorful children’s books and decorated binders prominently displayed. A wall sign reads “Early Childhood Education,” . The atmosphere is bright and studious.
A classroom full of high school students attentively facing a teacher who is presenting near a projector screen. The room is bright with large windows, and students sit at group tables decorated with children’s books, plants, and colorful supplies. A U.S. flag and educational posters are visible in the background, and the setting suggests a lesson in early childhood education or teaching careers.
Computer Science students worked today on collaboration and communication. Partners described an object to the other who had to draw what was described. Software Engineering class worked on writing display functions for Pi game applications. #thisisEPIC
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
Two high school students sit back-to-back on chairs in a computer lab. The student on the left, a Black girl with glasses and braids, wears a black hoodie and writes in a notebook. The student on the right, a white boy in a gray polo and light shorts, holds a smartphone displaying a graph. They are surrounded by computer monitors, laptops, and classroom supplies. Tech-themed wall decals and a large screen displaying data icons are visible in the background.
Construction 1 students sharpened their pencils, so that they can work on their measuring skills. Tape measures and speed squares were essential! #fractionsareourfriends #thisisEPIC
6 months ago, EPIC Campus
A group of students in a construction workshop wearing green hard hats, yellow reflective vests, jeans, and work boots. They are working in pairs, measuring and aligning wooden planks on the floor. An adult instructor in a white hard hat and reflective vest is kneeling and supervising their work. The workshop contains saws, power tools, and lumber in the background, with additional students working in the back. Safety gear and construction equipment are visible throughout the space.