About DSST: Cole Middle School

With over 13 years of educational leadership experience, Dr. James Clark brings a clear, equity-driven vision for Cole’s future—one rooted in listening, learning, and collaboration with students, families, and staff. Known for his data-informed approach and unwavering focus on student outcomes, Dr. Clark is passionate about building inclusive school cultures and fostering strong community partnerships.
Beyond the school walls, Dr. Clark is an avid traveler and fitness enthusiast, a fan of seafood and Southern BBQ, and a lifelong mentor who stays connected with former students well into adulthood.

DSST: Cole graduates will have...

Ultimately, we seek to develop graduates to become the best versions of themselves, lead fulfilling lives, and make a contribution to the human story aligned to their chosen purpose.

• 100% of graduates are accepted to college and post-secondary programs
• Green Rating (highest possible) on Colorado School Performance Framework
• 12:1 student : teacher ratio

Extracurriculars

• Environmental Club
• Band
• Crafts
• Team Sports
• Student Council
• Fitness
• Chess
• Poetry
• Yearbook
• Photography
• Culinary Arts
• Magic
• Frisbee
• Sculpture
• Woodworking
• Digital Art
• Political Philosophy
• Black Student Alliance
• Debate
• Pride
• Mindfulness
• Board Games
• Literary Magazine
• Women’s Studies
• Book Club
• Running
• and more!

Sports

• Boys/Girls Soccer
• Co-Ed Flag Football
• Volleyball
• Boys/Girls Basketball
• Cheer

Arts/STEM

• Drumline
• Hip Hop Ensemble
• Pop Rock Ensemble
• R&B Ensemble

Schedule: 8:20AM-3:50PM; Wednesday early release at 1:30PM
Students may enter the building at 8:10AM