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At Holmes Middle School, Students Lead the Way!

We believe every student has unique strengths and talents, which is why our approach puts them in the driver’s seat. At Holmes, learning isn’t one-size-fits-all, it's personal. Our students work side by side with teachers to set meaningful goals, choose how and what they learn, and move forward as they master new skills. This approach sparks creativity, fuels engagement, and builds real-world skills that future employers value. Most importantly, our students love it! At Holmes Middle School, we're not just teaching,we’re building a community of curious, motivated learners ready to make their mark.

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Springs Magazine People’s Choice Awards Winner—Best Middle School in Colorado Springs

D11 Crystal Apple Award Winner 2025 to Kristin Abernethy

HOLMES ALTHETES
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A young woman with glasses and a ponytail stands in a cluttered room filled with shelves and various objects, holding a red stapler in her hand and smiling at the camera.
Two young women, one wearing a green shirt and the other a patterned top, are smiling and interacting in what appears to be a library or classroom setting, with bookshelves visible in the background.
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Two young children, a girl with curly hair and glasses and a boy, are smiling and wearing colorful aprons in what appears to be a kitchen or classroom setting with bright green walls and artwork displayed in the background.

Kelly Gauck, our amazing family and consumer science teacher, won the 2025 CATFACS Teacher of the Year for the State of Colorado.

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A young Asian woman with long, dark hair is focused on a small drone hovering in front of her in a dimly lit indoor setting.
Two young women, one wearing a green sweatshirt and the other a black jacket, are standing together and smiling in what appears to be a classroom or workshop setting, with various art supplies and materials visible in the background.
A person wearing a black shirt and a protective face shield is operating a power tool in a workshop setting, surrounded by various tools and equipment.

Our Holmes Wood Shop is training students how to use jobsite construction tools and power tools, which will set them up for success in the Architecture and Construction programs at Coronado High School.

Holmes is the only middle school in D-11 with a woodshop and construction program. 

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BY THE NUMBERS

1968

ESTABLISHED

600

Current Enrollment

500

Students involved in Clubs, Activities & Athletics

35+

Clubs, Activities and Athletics