Two Woodland Park schools, Columbine Elementary and Summit Elementary, have earned a National Rising Star nomination for excelling in implementing Capturing Kids’ Hearts in their first year using the program.

“This recognition highlights the schools’ commitment to cultivating a positive school culture,” Woodland Park School District said in a press release. “The nomination underscores their commitment to establishing a safe and positive learning environment where students are valued, respected, and engaged.”

As National Rising Star nominated schools, Columbine and Summit Elementaries are now on the path to becoming National Showcase Schools—an honor reserved for institutions that consistently excel in implementing the Capturing Kids’ Hearts program.

“We are delighted to share the well-deserved National Rising Star nomination for Columbine and Summit Elementaries, recognizing their efforts in implementing Capturing Kids’ Hearts,” said Chief Academics Officer Kim Moore.