RENAISSANCE EXPEDITION LEARN OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL

RENAISSANCE EXPEDITION LEARN OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in CASTLE ROCK, CO with about 394 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 21 teachers, RENAISSANCE EXPEDITION LEARN OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The school you are referring to, **Renaissance Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound School (RELOBS)**, is a public K-8 charter school located in Castle Rock, Colorado. It operates as part of the Douglas County School District and is distinguished by its affiliation with the EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) model. This pedagogical approach emphasizes "learning by doing," where students engage in multi-disciplinary, long-term "expeditions" that connect academic standards to real-world issues, local community service, and hands-on projects.

The school is deeply rooted in the philosophy of the Outward Bound movement, which prioritizes character development, leadership, teamwork, and resilience alongside academic rigor. By fostering an environment that encourages students to venture outside the traditional classroom, RELOBS aims to develop self-motivated, socially responsible learners who are capable of critical thinking. With a curriculum centered on craftsmanship and high-quality work, the school seeks to prepare students not only for academic success in high school but also to become active, engaged citizens who possess the grit to overcome complex challenges.

For more information, contact RENAISSANCE EXPEDITION LEARN OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL at (303) 387-8000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.