REDI Lab at CA

Summer Academy

REDI Lab Summer Academy

CA's REDI Lab Summer Academy is an opportunity for young people in the Denver area who want to experience a highly personalized and engaging version of school. It is an opportunity for any high school student to identify an idea that they want to share with the world and develop a project based around it. 
The REDI Lab engages students in the principles of Research, Entrepreneurship, Design, and Inquiry to help them grow as thinkers and problem solvers who are better prepared for college, careers, and life. It positions students as decision-makers in their learning and equips them with design thinking to address challenges along the way.
During this two-week summer intensive, participants will experience both rigor and relevance as well as freedom and creativity in learning. More importantly, this learning will take place within a community where each individual explores their own unique passions and interests.
At the end of the two-week academy, participants will have:
  • new professional skills and more self-confidence
  • a personalized letter of recommendation for post-secondary use
  • a professionally produced video of their final presentation
  • access to supporters to help them in future endeavors
  • an idea worth sharing with the world
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The REDI Lab Summer Academy is made possible through the generosity of Aimee and Jonathan Coleman.

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Frequently Asked Questions

List of 10 frequently asked questions.

  • WHY should I participate in REDI Lab Summer Academy?

    The REDI Lab @ CA transforms education into a personalized learning journey that is creative, rigorous, and relevant. 

    We believe that all people are curious, especially youth, and, when given a process and structure to explore their interests and what motivates them, individual learning excels.

  • WHERE is REDI Lab Summer Academy?

    Sessions will be held in the new REDI Lab Coleman Center in the Mariposa neighborhood at 1299 W. 10th Ave., near the 10th and Osage Light Rail Station.

    Travel to and from the REDI Lab space varies per student and should be coordinated with REDI Lab Director Tom Thorpe.

  • WHEN is REDI Lab Summer Academy?

    In 2023, the REDI Lab Summer Academy will hold one two-week program. The session runs July 10-21.  

    Schedules are flexible and students can join remotely if needed.

  • What is the COST for the program?

    The cost of the two-week program is $1,500. For students who request it and qualify, the REDI Lab Summer Academy is offered at a reduced cost or for free.

    All meals, supplies, and RTD transportation are included in the tuition.

  • Will there be TRANSPORTATION provided?

    Travel to and from the REDI Lab space varies per student and should be coordinated with REDI Lab Director Tom Thorpe. Email Tom at tom.thorpe@coloradoacademy.org with questions.

  • WHO can apply for REDI Lab Summer Academy?

    The program is offered to students currently in Grades 9, 10, and 11 from ANY SCHOOL in the Denver Metro Area. 

    Participants will be chosen from an applicant pool. The REDI Lab faculty will read the applications, interview applicants and recommenders, and carefully choose the participants for this pilot program. 

  • HOW do I apply?

    Thank you for your interest in applying for the REDI Lab Summer Academy. Applications should be submitted online.

    To apply, please complete the REDI Lab @ CA Summer Academy Application Form. Once submitted, a form will be emailed to a teacher, coach, advisor, or school counselor who will proved a referral. An email will also be sent to the primary parent or guardian. Remember:
    • Complete all required information.
    • Once you hit 'submit' an email will be sent to a parent/guardian and a teacher to complete a recommendation.
    The REDI Lab faculty will read the applications, interview applicants and recommenders, and carefully choose the participants for this pilot program. 

    Registration is now open and will remain open until June 9, 2023.

  • What is the application DEADLINE?

    Registration is now open and will remain open until Monday, June 3, 2024.

  • How will students SHARE their work?

    Students will think big and bold as they identify the questions they want to research on their way to choosing a project and designing a final presentation of the one idea worth sharing. Final presentation dates and locations will be shared soon.

  • Whom do I CONTACT with questions?

    For more information, please contact Tom Thorpe, Director of the REDI Lab @ CA.
3800 South Pierce Street, Denver, Colorado 80235
303-986-1501 | info@coloradoacademy.org
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