August News

Tiffany Samson • August 13, 2020

Brightmont Academy is excited to welcome students as they start the '20-21 academic year! With our mission of serving students in a one-on-one environment, we are uniquely positioned to serve students and their families during this time. Please note the following:



  • See the '20-21 Academic Year Calendar.
  • Our campuses are open for in-person instruction.
  • Students who are sick or are not able to attend in person can do remote learning via Google Meet.
  • We have campus safety guidelines in response to COVID-19. Our staff and students are well versed in the safety protocols and have been very cooperative.
  • All parents and students have online access to the student's schedule and curriculum.
  • Curriculum updates: We are now offering Probability and Statistics as a two-semester course. Additional honors courses will be available later in the school year.
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COVID-19 Updates

We implemented new COVID-19 safety procedures in the summer and have made adjustments to benefit all those on campus. These include:


  • Physical Distancing - Safe distancing (6 feet apart) has been implemented. Homework Studio desks are appropriately spaced. Hallways and stairways are for passing, not for mingling. There are floor markers in several campuses to indicate direction of travel and serve as reminders for safe distancing. Some campuses have enter-only and exit-only doors.
  • Face Coverings - Masks are required prior to students entering the campus. Brightmont Academy will provide a face covering for those who have forgotten to bring their own. For now, face coverings will be worn throughout the campus, including in the classroom. All teachers and staff members are also masked.
  • Hygiene - Students should frequently wash their hands. Sanitizer is available in many areas of our campuses including entrances, classrooms, and common areas. Students should avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth.
  • Illness - Students should stay home if they are sick. Each campus will have a touchless thermometer on hand. Brightmont Academy reserves the right to use a touchless thermometer. If a child tests positive for a fever, they will be sent home and may not return to campus without a doctor's note.
  • Visitors/Parents on Campus - An appointment is either mandatory or preferred to come into our campuses. Students are encouraged to enter and exit the facilities on their own. Parents who are waiting outside to pick up their child can call the campus.
  • Cleaning - Each campus has been and will continue to be cleaned by a 3rd party on a regular basis. All soft, porous surfaces that could come in contact with skin have been removed. All classrooms and classroom devices are disinfected after each student session.
  • Kitchen Use - There is restricted us of the kitchen. The water fountain/dispenser is out of service. Staff and students need to bring their own food and drink, go off campus for meals, or get delivery. Students who choose to order lunch for delivery will be responsible for meeting the delivery driver outside the campus. We have added a sanitizing station in the entryway.

Google Meet Practice Sessions

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Students who are enrolled at Brightmont can get a Google Meet practice session by request. Whether the student will be attending Google Meet on a regular basis or only as needed, it is important students are prepared so that any sessions conducted via Google Meet will be as effective and productive as possible. Students may bring the computer they intend to use for Google Meet to the campus and practice connecting with a teacher via the email invite, using their camera and microphone, sharing their computer desktop in Google Meet, opening and editing Google Docs, and using Google Chat messages to communicate with their teachers. This proactive step provides an opportunity to solve technical issues and learn how to effectively use Google Meet prior to the student's first scheduled class session. Practice sessions may also take place at home, if needed.

Skill-Building Programs

Parents and students have been really grateful for our skill-building programs! This summer we have had many students enrolled to build their skills in math, reading, and writing. This is setting them up for success in their upcoming classes. Some students will continue their programs in the fall. Contact us if you'd like to enhance your child's education with one of our customized skill-building programs!

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Student Highlight

We are proud to recognize our most recent graduate! Jessica N. graduated from Brightmont Academy - Broomfield on July 29th!

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ACT® and SAT® Test and Registration Dates

Brightmont Academy offers Test Prep services. Click here to learn more about preparing for your test.



Parents need to register their student for the ACT and SAT tests on the ACT and SAT websites.

ACT Test Dates

Check the ACT website for registration informationFAQs, and important updates.

SAT Test Dates

Public health restrictions and high demand will result in limited seating capacity for students in certain areas. Check the SAT® website for more information.

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