Libraries

With something for everyone, our two campus libraries are true centers of discovery, welcoming all who are eager to learn, share,
and grow.

Our community finds inspiration and connection through shared experiences in our libraries, where books and engaging learning activities ignite curiosity and creativity.

When you step into either of our two campus libraries, you’ll find students, librarians, and teachers gathering for thoughtful conversations about books, research, and ideas.

CA libraries are more than just spaces for reading—they’re vibrant hubs of exploration, growth, and support, open to everyone in our Pre-K–12 school family.

In addition to books and research databases, our libraries provide hands-on learning opportunities and a welcoming environment where students can recharge, dive into research, work on assignments, study, or collaborate with peers and teachers.

Our professional librarians are experts at finding the right book, identifying the perfect research resources, and developing interactive lessons that guide students to navigate the research process confidently and evaluate information critically.

Through author visits, reading challenges, book groups, inspiring guest speakers, the annual book fair, and so much more, our libraries strengthen the CA community, connecting students with stories and sparking exploration of diverse perspectives. Each event is a chance for students to deepen their understanding and take meaningful steps in their unique journeys.

Lower School Library

Beginning with Colorado Academy’s youngest learners, Pre-K through Fifth Grade students visit the Lower School Library weekly for engaging story times, curriculum-aligned lessons, and activities that bring literature to life. Here, students are introduced to a dynamic and diverse collection of books and audiobooks that nurture a lifelong love of reading and discovery.

With a blend of tradition and innovation, the Lower School Library offers a world of learning where students are encouraged to step beyond their comfort zones and engage in interdisciplinary exploration. Through transformative teaching, students build essential literacy and research skills, developing respect for information and the freedom to pursue unique interests.

Raether Library

Starting in Middle School and continuing through Upper School, the Raether Library at Colorado Academy fosters essential information literacy skills, empowering students to navigate complex ideas independently. This vibrant hub for reading, research, and curiosity combines tradition with innovation, inspiring interdisciplinary exploration and encouraging students to embrace new perspectives.

With a wealth of resources supporting the curriculum, the Raether Library program motivates students to push boundaries, nurturing academic freedom and creativity. More than a study space, it’s a welcoming environment where students explore unique interests, guided by dedicated librarians who inspire a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Allison Peters Jensen

Director of Libraries

Allison Peters Jensen

Biography about Allison Peters Jensen

At Colorado Academy, our libraries are vibrant spaces where students across grades can immerse themselves in stories that expand their horizons or find resources that fuel their curiosity. Whether it’s an Upper School student discovering historical biographies, or a First Grader delighting in a new picture book, the love of story unites us all.

Allison Peters Jensen, Director of Libraries