Why Families Choose Turman Elementary

At Turman Elementary, we are committed to educating the whole child by supporting every student's academic, social, emotional, and physical growth. Our dedicated staff works together to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment where every child is known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential.

One of the unique strengths of Turman is our commitment to a well-rounded education. Students receive instruction from dedicated enrichment teachers in Art, Music, and Physical Education, while also participating in weekly STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons. Our outstanding classroom teachers in grades K-5 collaborate closely with specialists, including our Special Education and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) teachers, to ensure every student receives the individualized support they need to thrive.

Our student support team extends beyond the classroom. Instructional paraprofessionals provide targeted literacy interventions and small-group instruction, while additional paraprofessionals support students in our special education program. Students and families also benefit from the expertise of a full-time school counselor and social worker, who partner with staff to support students' social-emotional well-being and overall success.

At Turman, we believe every student deserves opportunities to grow from their unique starting point. Our gifted education coordinator meets weekly with identified gifted students to engage them in meaningful enrichment and project-based learning. We are also proud to have been one of only three Colorado Dyslexia Pilot Schools. Through this initiative, our teachers received specialized training in evidence-based literacy practices that continue to benefit all learners. During our literacy intervention block, eligible students may participate in Take Flight, a nationally recognized intervention designed to support students with characteristics of dyslexia. We also utilize Eureka Math², a curriculum intentionally designed to make rigorous mathematics accessible to all students, including those with diverse learning needs.

Turman Elementary serves approximately 200 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. With an average class size of fewer than 20 students, our teachers build meaningful relationships with students and families, allowing us to provide personalized support and create a strong sense of community.

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Teachers meet twice each week through grade-level planning and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to strengthen instruction and improve student outcomes. Our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) team meets monthly to review academic, behavioral, and social-emotional data, ensuring students receive timely interventions and enrichment opportunities. Every Monday morning, students begin school at 10:00 a.m., providing staff with 90 minutes of dedicated professional collaboration focused on:

• Planning high-quality Tier I instruction

• Analyzing student achievement and growth data

• Monitoring the effectiveness of interventions and instructional practices

At Turman Elementary, we are more than a school—we are a family. We believe every child has limitless potential, and we are committed to partnering with families to help students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated staff is passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of our students and preparing them for future success.

If you're looking for a school where your child will be known, supported, challenged, and celebrated, we invite you to become part of the Turman family. We can't wait to welcome you!