Electives

Adams 12 Five Star Schools offers students electives in:

• Computer Science
• Music
• Health
• Physical Education
• Theater
• Visual Arts
• World Language

The electives are a creative outlet which help develop skills of deeper understanding and divergent thinking while also playing a vital role in cultivating collaboration, communication, language comprehension, physical health, emotional wellness, critical thinking, curiosity, innovation, creativity, artistry, and problem solving – qualities desired by ALL 21st century employers.

Electives also help develop emotional intelligence – the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions, and to engage in interpersonal relationships with acceptance and understanding.  Electives provide students with high-quality activities that further support the development of well-rounded citizens who embody teamwork, leadership, and strong character.  Students’ comprehensive educational experience is enriched through their involvement in the intangible, invaluable world of electives.

The Adams12 Elementary Visual Art Show is held annually to celebrate the incredible, creative abilities of students throughout the district. Featuring student work from every elementary school, this event showcases our students' abilities to create, problem-solve, persevere, and engage in multiple modalities of expression. Currently hosted at Front Range Community College, this exhibition provides an opportunity to engage with the community in order to promote the importance of artistic growth and expression as part of the development of the whole child.

The Elementary Show will be on display at Front Range Community College Library from Thursday, March 30, 2023 through Tuesday, April 25, 2023.  The Front Range Community College Library will only be accessible during normal Library hours.

Two elementary students from every school will be chosen to receive an award for their outstanding participation in the visual arts show. The Art Show Ceremony will be held at Horizon High School on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 5:30 in the Auditorium. Students selected to receive these awards will be notified directly.

The Adams 12 Five Star District Honor Festival Concert will be held in the Horizon High School Auditorium (5321 E 136th Ave, Thornton, CO 80602) on Saturday, January 7th, 2023 at 3:00.

The District Honor Band Festival showcases the highest musicianship and achievement from each participating school’s program. Participation is by invitation from each student’s individual school’s band director.

The Adams 12 5th Grade Honor Choir is an event that invites all elementary music teachers to bring their most dedicated 5th grade music students together to perform a collaborative concert. Each year a guest clinician from outside of the district is chosen to direct the choir. Students learn the music with their own teachers and then fine tune the music with the clinician.

This concert is traditionally held the 2nd Friday in May each year and anywhere from 150-200 students participate in this collective event. It is truly a celebration of music and the electives programming in Adams 12! 

This year's concert will be held on Friday, May 12th, 2023 at 6:00 PM in the Horizon High School Auditorium.

The Adams 12 Five Star District Orchestra Festival Concert will be held in the Legacy High School Gymnasium (2701 W 136th Ave, Broomfield, CO 80023) on Saturday, December 10th, 2022 at 1:00. Spectators should park in the West parking lot. Please enter through the West doors and there will be signs directing you to the Large Gym. 

The District Orchestra Festival is a showcase of the incredible string orchestra programs of the Adams 12 Five Star School District. Participation is by invitation from each student’s individual school’s orchestra director.

Additional information can be found below:

High School Information Letter

Middle School Information Letter

The Adams 12 Five Star District Choir Festival Concert will be held in the Horizon High School Auditorium (5321 E 136th Ave, Thornton, CO 80602) on Saturday, November 5th, 2022 at 3:00.

The District Choir Festival is a showcase of the incredible choral programs of the Adams 12 Five Star School District. Participation is by invitation for middle school choir students and also features a choir from each of the high schools.

Middle School Honor Choir 2022:

Middle School and High School Honor Choirs 2022:

The Adams 12 Five Star District Sponsored Elementary Cross Country Race will be held at the Northwest Open Space located at 2100 W 112th Ave, Northglenn, CO 80234 on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 from 8:20 AM to 11:30 AM.  You can find the schedule and other pertinent information at the following link: 

https://sites.google.com/adams12.org/adams-12-five-star-schools-ecc/home

Race Course:

The culminating event for the Adams 12 Five Star Middle School Cross Country Season will be held on Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 at the Northwest Open Space at 2100 W 112th Ave, Northglenn, 80234.  Here is the schedule for the Middle School portion of the race:

11:50-12:20 MS Boys Race

12:25-12:55 MS Girls Race

1:10-1:30 MS Awards Ceremony

Individual school coaches should provide information about transportation and the event.  Please contact your school's Cross Country Coach for more information.    

Race Course:

Link to the "official" Five Star 5K website page:  https://www.adams12.org/our-district/fivestar5k

Applications must be turned in by the second week of January (Senior Year).