Enrichment

Enrichment at STEM School Highlands Ranch is a hub for our after-school, summer, and specialty programs, uniquely designed to reflect the innovative spirit of our school. Participants can immerse themselves in advanced robotics, creative technology projects, engaging science exploration, and various other enriching pursuits across arts and special interests. This comprehensive array of offerings is crafted to inspire curiosity, foster skills, and encourage a passion for STEM and beyond.

We look forward to providing a wide variety of enrichment programs to your students. Registration links will be added throughout the year. Please email melanie.fitzroy@stemk12.org with any questions.

Elementary School Offerings

Elementary
Program Grade Meets Duration Time Registration/Related Links
Athletics Club New! 3-5 Tuesdays 1/14-3/4/2025 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Battle of the Books 3-6 Thursdays Dec. – Mar. 2:30 – 3:30 PM Book Lists & Information Packet
Chess Club & Adv. Chess 3rd Qtr (Monday Only) K-5 Mondays 1/13/ – 3/3/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Chess Club 3rd Quarter (Thursday Only) K-5 Thursdays 1/16/ – 3/6/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Craft Club (2nd Semester) K-5 Wednesdays 1/15 – 4/30/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Grades: K–1 Only – Register
Grades: 2-3 Only- Register
Grades: 4-5 Only – Register
ES Spanish Club New! K-5 Mondays 1/13 – 3/3/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Fencing – 3rd Quarter K-5 Wednesdays 1/15 – 3/5/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
FIRST LEGO League – FLL Challenge 4-5 Tuesdays 8/13 – TBD 2:30 – 4:00 PM Closed for 2024-25
FIRST LEGO League – FLL Explore K-3 Tuesdays 1/14 – 4/22/25 2:30 – 4:00 PM Register
Girls Who Code (2nd Semester) 3-5 Tuesdays 1/14 – 5/13/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Hip Hop (age 5.5 or older) K-5 Thursdays 1/30 – 4/3/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
MineCraft Coding Club – 3rd Quarter 2-5 Fridays 1/17 – 3/7/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Theater – The Little Mermaid 3-5 Wednesdays 2/5 – 4/16/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Tumbling – 3rd Quarter K-5 Fridays 1/17 – 3/7/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register
Photography New! 3-5 Fridays 1/17 – 3/7/25 2:30 – 3:30 PM Register

Middle School Offerings

Middle School
Program Grade Meets Duration Time Registration/Related Links
Battle of the Books 3-6 Thursdays Nov. – Mar. 2:55 – 3:45 PM Book Lists & Information Packet
BEST Robotics 6-8 Mon/Fri/Sat Sept. to Nov. Varies Registration Closed for 2024-25
Broadcasting Club 6-8 Thursdays 9/12/24 – 5/1/25 3:00 – 3:45 PM Register
Chess Club (PALS) – 2nd Semester 6-8 Mondays 1/13 – 5/12/25 3:30 – 4:30 PM Register
CyberPatriot 6-12 Fridays 9/6/24 – 1/25/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Registration Closed for 2024-25
Dungeons & Dragons and TTPRGS Club 6-12 Thursdays 9/5/24 – 5/8/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
Fencing 2nd Semester 6-12 Mondays 1/13 – 5/12/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Flight Club 6-12 Mondays 9/6/24 – 5/12/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
Game Master Training 6-12 Tuesdays 8/27/24 – 5/6/25 3:00 – 3:45 PM Register
Girls’ Persist 6-8 Wednesdays 1/15 – 4/30/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Girls Who Code – 2nd Semester 6-8 Thursdays 1/16 – 5/15/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Junior Business Club NEW! 6-8 1st Thursday of the Month 1/7- 05/6/25 7:15 – 7:45 AM Contact jennifer.newhouse@stemk.12.org
Literary Club 6-8 Mondays 9/9/24 – 4/30/25 3:00 – 3:45 PM Contact rachael.espinosa@stemk12.org
Magic the Gathering Club 6-8 Tuesdays 9/3/24 – 5/15/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
STEMath Club 6-8 Wednesdays 9/4/25 – TBD 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Project 7 Bible Club 6-12 Fridays 8/16/24 – 5/16/25 3:00 – 3:45 PM Register
Rocketry Club – 2nd semester 6-12 Thursdays 1/9 – 5/15/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Science Olympiad 6-8 Thursdays 9/19/24 – 4/10/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
Star Wars Club 6-12 Wednesdays 9/4/24 – 4/30/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Questions: Contact rhett.butler@stemk12.org
SteMed (bi-weekly ) 6-12 Thursdays 9/12 – 12/12/24 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Theater Production 6-12 Mon/Wed Aug to May 3:00 – 5:30 PM Contact Mr. Roberts or Ms. Hafner
TSA Club (After School Only) 6-8 Tuesdays 9/10/24 – 2/11/24 3:00 – 4:30 PM Registration Closed for 2024-25

High School Offerings

High School
Program Grade Meets Duration Time Registration/Related Links
Alpine Club 9-12 2nd Friday of Month Sept. – May 7:00 – 7:40 AM Contact nancy.szczekocki@stemk12.org
BEST Robotics 9-12 Fri/Sat Sept. – Dec. Varies Registration Closed for 2024-25
Business Clubs – DECA & FBLA (bi-weekly) 9-12 Wednesdays 8/14/24 – 5/14/25 7:00 – 7:45 AM Register
Chess Club (PAL) – 2nd Semester 6-12 Mondays 1/13 – 5/12/25 3:30 – 4:30 PM Register
CyberPatriot 6-12 Fridays 9/6/24 – 1/25/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Registration Closed for 2024-25
Dungeons & Dragons and TTPRGS Club 6-12 Thursdays 9/5/24 – 5/8/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
Fencing 2nd Semester 6-12 Mondays 1/13 – 5/12/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
First Robotics Club (FRC) 9-12 Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat Jan – April Varies Register
Flight Club 9-12 Mondays 9/6/24 – 5/12/25 3:00 – 4:30 PM Register
Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) 9-12 Aug to May Contact Mrs. Wesley for more details.
Ornithology Club 9-12 Wed/Sat TBD 3:00 – 3:45 PM (Wed) Register
Project 7 Bible Club 6-12 Fridays 8/16/24 – 5/16/25 3:00 – 3:45 PM Register
Rocketry Club – Electronics Class 6-12 Thursdays 1/9 – 5/15/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Electronics class Coming Soon
Star Wars Club 6-12 Thursdays 9/4/24 – 4/30/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Questions: Contact rhett.butler@stemk12.org
SteMed (bi-weekly ) 6-12 Thursdays 9/12 – 12/12/24 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Student Advisory Committe 6-12 Tuesdays 8/27/24 – 5/20/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Theater Production 6-12 Mon/Wed Aug to May 3:00 – 5:30 Contact Mr. Roberts or Ms. Hafner
TSA Club (After School Only) 9-12 Wednesdays 9/11/24 – 2/12/25 3:00 5:00 PM Registration Closed for 2024-25
UNICEF Chapter 9-12 Tuesdays 8/20/24 – 5/20/25 3:00 – 4:00 PM Register
Middle/High School Students After School Care Program

STEM Secondary is happy to provide safe and supervised after-school care for middle and high school students from 3:00 – 6:00 pm on school days. After-care takes place in the MS cafeteria on the west side of campus, and parents pick up their students at STEM’s athletic entrance. No need to schedule in advance; students can simply drop in once registered. Care is only offered on days when school is in session and not during school holidays or breaks.

SmartCare Childcare Platform

SmartCare manages student attendance and payment for secondary after-care. Please register your student(s) in SmartCare before they attend. To register, email enrichment@stemk12.org with the subject “SmartCare,” and we’ll set up an account for you. If you already have an account, login here.

Contact:
  • Direct Line (during After-School Care hours): (720) 679-7478
  • Questions? For more information, email enrichment@stemk12.org
Rates for the Spartan Programs:
Spartan Afternoon Care Program 3-6 p.m. $10
Late Pick-up Fee after 6 p.m. $1/min

Who to Contact

If you’re looking for Elementary After-School Care, please see the Get Informed page of the Parent Section of the Website.