RECOVERY AT 5280
Culture of Support
Teenagers grapple with where they belong, what they value, and what kind of person they want to be. We will tackle the challenges of adolescence head-on and support students as they learn to navigate life more independently. Our culture is both purposeful and cultivated, emphasizing inclusiveness and empathy within a strong, diverse community. Through project-based learning, postsecondary preparation, Crew programming, and comprehensive recovery and mental health support, students have the resources they need to living a life of sobriety and college and career success.
Dedicated Recovery Staff
Teenagers today face a myriad of stressors, from anxiety and depression to eating disorders and substance abuse. At 5280 High School, we confront these stressors head on, with boldness, accountability, and a culture of empathy and support.
While many of our staff have lived experience with addiction, 5280’s team of Recovery Coaches are dedicated to providing peer support and case management services to our students. Our Director of Recovery and four Recovery Coaches bring a combination of professional development and licensure as well as the personal life experience necessary to help guide our students through the various challenges that come with getting - and staying - sober.
B.O.A.T. Recovery Meetings
Our Recovery Coaches and Recovery Student Leaders facilitate schoolwide recovery meetings called B.O.A.T. (Being Open and Authentic Together). These meetings offer our students a chance to learn from each other and practice various coping skills, share their personal testimonies, and lean into our culture of peer support.
In addition, our students are engaged in the larger Denver community through community service and school-based outreach to help offer and support other students with their journey of recovery.