About Morgridge Academy at National Jewish Health
Morgridge Academy is the only school of its kind on a medical campus in the country. It is a free K-8 school for children
who have chronic diseases that cause them to miss school and impede their ability to attend traditional school. It is uniquely designed to allow students with chronic illnesses to learn and play in an environment structured to meet their individual needs.
What is Morgridge Academy?
- A unique, K-8 school for approximately 90 students who require medical assistance during the normal school day.
- The school is a Colorado Department of Education approved facility school.
- The school is located on the grounds of National Jewish Health in Denver.
- Children who attend the school have health issues, which have caused frequent absences from regular school.
- Full-time registered nurses are at school all day to help students.
- Highly qualified and experienced teachers help students return to grade level.
What health conditions do students at Morgridge Academy have?
- Students at the school suffer from asthma, eczema, food allergies, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, sickle cell anemia, heart problems or other health issues.
- Registered nurses manage asthma pretreatments and exacerbations, eczema flares and other health needs during the school day.
What is the cost to attend the Morgridge Academy?
What is the school's curriculum?
- Morgridge Academy follows CDE curriculum designed to provide a broad-based education and problem-based learning.
- Students follow a rigorous academic program augmented by arts and physical education offerings.
- State standards are emphasized while encouraging advanced work for students in areas of special interest and competence.
- Small classes of 12-15 students encourage both group and individual learning experiences.
How does Morgridge Academy help students?
- The school demonstrates that school absences due to asthma and other chronic illnesses can be reduced.
- Physical, social and emotional needs of students are met while addressing the educational needs of each child.
- Students know that if they are having a stressful day, they will receive medical and/or emotional assistance, if necessary, and be able to continue their learning.
What are the school's goals?
- Provide a safe, friendly and healthy school environment committed to whole-child development.
- Help students succeed academically and physically.
- Teach students and families self-care practices so they can manager their own illnesses.
- Prepare students to become independent, self-reliant and responsible.
Learn more about Morgridge Academy.
