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Every Student. Every Day.

Mission: Create a safe, supportive environment where students thrive academically
and develop the skills, character, and mindset to engage with the world.

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School of Choice Since 2006!

Banning Lewis Academy is an established, tuition-free, public charter school with a reputation for excellence

Capturing Kids’ Hearts® School

Since 2018 Banning Lewis Ranch has used Capturing Kids Hearts as our character education program.

Welcome to Banning Lewis Academy!

We are a tuition-free public charter school authorized by D49, proudly serving the Banning Lewis Ranch community and surrounding neighborhoods in Colorado Springs since 2006. With two campuses located just a mile apart, we provide an award-winning, seamless K-12 education. Our approach combines traditional and modern programming to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences. Our dedicated staff delivers a well-rounded, research-based education enriched with character development and a variety of extracurricular opportunities in sports, arts, and other activities.

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Banning Lewis Academy Featured on Fox21 News

School spirit is at an all-time high at Banning Lewis Academy! Director Rick Dahlman joined Fox21 News to showcase the academy’s vibrant culture and explain how the "Give Campaign" funds vital resources for families—from mental health workshops to the "Saddle Up for School" celebration. Read the full story here!
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Get all your need-to-know information for the 2025-26 school year in one convenient place! Check back often as more information is added. Go to Headquarters Page

Banning Lewis Academy Wins Top Honors at ACCEL Leadership Summit

Banning Lewis Academy took home three major awards at this year’s ALIVE25 Summit, the annual gathering of ACCEL Schools leaders from across the country. The school earned the prestigious ACCEL Gold Award for overall excellence and Principal of the Year honors for Jordan Voltz’s standout leadership. Rounding out the accolades:…

Banning's Matthew Lebron Named News5 Athlete of the Week

Banning Lewis basketball player Matthew Lebron was named News5's Athlete of the Week, which honors special teens working hard and playing right, all while making parents and coaches proud. Thanks to Dante Williams at KOAA News5 for featuring this story. Read the full story at koaa.com.

Banning Lewis Academy Wins Gold School & Outstanding Student Attendance Awards

Congratulations to Banning Lewis Academy on winning the coveted Gold School award at ACCELence2024, the annual leadership summit hosted by ACCEL Schools. The Gold School Award recognizes the highest-achieving schools in the ACCEL network that demonstrate strong academic outcomes and positive enrollment growth. The school also won an Accely for…

Banning Lewis Prep Raising Funds to Work Magic for a Local Girl

This courageous little girl’s greatest wish is to go to Harry Potter World -- and Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy is “Banning Together” to make this happen for her! “We’re doing Wish Week this week,” said Banning Lewis Prep junior Hector Gonzalez. “Basically, we just have a themed spirit week based…
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📣 BLRA Elementary Lunch Schedule Update for Thursday, May 21

Due to Kindergarten and 5th grade students being off campus, some lunch and recess times will be adjusted for 2nd–4th grades on Thursday.

⏰ Updated Schedule:
4th/1st lunch and recess times
10:45-11:05 4th grade lunch and 1st grade recess
11:05-11:25 4th grade recess and 1st grade lunch

2nd/3rd lunch and recess times
11:30-11:50 2nd grade lunch and 3rd grade recess
11:50-12:10 2nd grade recess and 3rd grade lunch

✅ 1st grade will remain on their normal lunch schedule.

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📣 BLRA Elementary Lunch Schedule Update for Thursday, May 21 Due to Kindergarten and 5th grade students being off campus, some lunch and recess times will be adjusted for 2nd–4th grades on Thursday. ⏰ Updated Schedule: 4th/1st lunch and recess times 10:45-11:05 4th grade lunch and 1st grade recess 11:05-11:25 4th grade recess and 1st grade lunch 2nd/3rd lunch and recess times 11:30-11:50 2nd grade lunch and 3rd grade recess 11:50-12:10 2nd grade recess and 3rd grade lunch ✅ 1st grade will remain on their normal lunch schedule. Thank you for your flexibility and support!
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Reminder! Voting for the Banning Lewis Academy Board Election is open through May 20.

Take a few moments to review the candidate bios and cast your vote:
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Reminder! Voting for the Banning Lewis Academy Board Election is open through May 20. Take a few moments to review the candidate bios and cast your vote: https://shorturl.at/3fki4 Thank you for supporting our school community and helping shape the future of Banning Lewis Academy.
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Calling all girls K-8th grade interested in Basketball 🏀🏀 Her game. Her growth. Her future.

BLPA Girls’ Basketball is excited to host The Lab: Girls’ Basketball Skills Camp June 22–26 at Banning Lewis Prep Academy! Open to rising K–8 girls of all skill levels, this camp is designed to help athletes build confidence, improve fundamentals, and grow their love for the game in a fun, high-energy environment.

📅 June 22–26
⏰ 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Banning Lewis Prep Academy

✅ Open to beginners and advanced players
✅ T-shirt included
✅ 10% sibling discount available
✅ Scholarships available for families in need

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Calling all girls K-8th grade interested in Basketball 🏀
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