
Reminder: K-5 Back-to-School Night is tomorrow!
Join us Thursday, August 27, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. for an evening of connection and learning. Meet your child’s teacher, learn practical ways to support learning at home, visit stations hosted by Specials teachers, staff and community partners, and shop the Book Fair!
Classroom presentation sessions:
⏰ 5:35–5:55 p.m.
⏰ 6:00–6:20 p.m.
⏰ 6:25–6:45 p.m.
The evening is designed primarily for adults, but children are welcome if needed. We can’t wait to connect with our Stallion families!
Join us Thursday, August 27, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. for an evening of connection and learning. Meet your child’s teacher, learn practical ways to support learning at home, visit stations hosted by Specials teachers, staff and community partners, and shop the Book Fair!
Classroom presentation sessions:
⏰ 5:35–5:55 p.m.
⏰ 6:00–6:20 p.m.
⏰ 6:25–6:45 p.m.
The evening is designed primarily for adults, but children are welcome if needed. We can’t wait to connect with our Stallion families!

CHEER ON YOUR STALLIONS ALL YEAR LONG!
The 2026–27 Banning Lewis Athletics season is underway! Make plans to pack the stands, bring the Stallion spirit, and support our student-athletes all year long. ❤️💛
Visit our Athletics Tickets Page to find:
🎟️ Single-Game Tickets
🍂 Seasonal Athletic Passes
⭐ Annual Athletic Passes
Whether you’re coming out for one big game or plan to cheer on the Stallions all year, you can find your ticket options in one convenient place.
👉 Get your tickets and passes here:
https://www.banningk12.org/o/blra/page/athletics-tickets
Let’s fill those stands, Stallions!
The 2026–27 Banning Lewis Athletics season is underway! Make plans to pack the stands, bring the Stallion spirit, and support our student-athletes all year long. ❤️💛
Visit our Athletics Tickets Page to find:
🎟️ Single-Game Tickets
🍂 Seasonal Athletic Passes
⭐ Annual Athletic Passes
Whether you’re coming out for one big game or plan to cheer on the Stallions all year, you can find your ticket options in one convenient place.
👉 Get your tickets and passes here:
https://www.banningk12.org/o/blra/page/athletics-tickets
Let’s fill those stands, Stallions!

🎉 Stay connected with everything happening in BLPA Student Council!
Want to be the first to know about spirit weeks, school events, fun activities, volunteer opportunities, and all the excitement happening around campus? Follow our Student Council Instagram!
📱 @BLPAStudentCouncil
Don't miss out on the fun—give us a follow and stay in the know!
Want to be the first to know about spirit weeks, school events, fun activities, volunteer opportunities, and all the excitement happening around campus? Follow our Student Council Instagram!
📱 @BLPAStudentCouncil
Don't miss out on the fun—give us a follow and stay in the know!

📣✨ Calling all K–5 future cheerleaders! ✨📣
Join the BLPA Cheerleaders for our Stallion Sparklers Cheer Clinic! Participants will learn fun cheers and perform at halftime during the BLPA football game against Mitchell High School!
🏈 Clinic: August 15 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
⭐ Halftime Performance: August 21
Registration includes:
❤️ Stallion Sparklers T-shirt
🎀 Cheer Bow
📣 Poms
💲 $50 per child | $30 each for siblings
🎟️ Register today:
https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/46088
We can't wait to see our youngest Stallions shine under the Friday night lights! ❤️💛
Join the BLPA Cheerleaders for our Stallion Sparklers Cheer Clinic! Participants will learn fun cheers and perform at halftime during the BLPA football game against Mitchell High School!
🏈 Clinic: August 15 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
⭐ Halftime Performance: August 21
Registration includes:
❤️ Stallion Sparklers T-shirt
🎀 Cheer Bow
📣 Poms
💲 $50 per child | $30 each for siblings
🎟️ Register today:
https://www.payschoolsevents.com/events/details/46088
We can't wait to see our youngest Stallions shine under the Friday night lights! ❤️💛

⚽Parents and players interested in Middle School Boys Soccer are invited to attend our informational meeting to learn about the upcoming season.
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 BLPA
Come meet the coaching staff, learn about season expectations, important dates, and what you need to be ready for the first day of practice.
We look forward to seeing you there! Go Stallions! 🐴⚽
📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 BLPA
Come meet the coaching staff, learn about season expectations, important dates, and what you need to be ready for the first day of practice.
We look forward to seeing you there! Go Stallions! 🐴⚽

Mark your calendars for our Banning Lewis Prep Academy Football Fundraiser at I ❤️ Mac & Cheese!
📅 Friday, August 7
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 120
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
20% of your purchase will be donated back to our football program!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help fuel our Stallions for a successful season—one bowl of mac and cheese at a time.
Thank you for supporting Banning Lewis Prep Academy Football!
📅 Friday, August 7
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
📍 8041 Woodmen Center Heights, Suite 120
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
20% of your purchase will be donated back to our football program!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and help fuel our Stallions for a successful season—one bowl of mac and cheese at a time.
Thank you for supporting Banning Lewis Prep Academy Football!

🏐 High School Volleyball Families—Save the Date!
Join us for our High School Volleyball Informational Meeting to kick off the upcoming season.
📅 Tuesday, July 28
🕖 7:15 p.m. (immediately following Open Gym)
Parents and athletes will receive important information about the season, expectations, schedules, communication, and more. We look forward to seeing everyone there as we prepare for another exciting year of Stallion Volleyball!
Join us for our High School Volleyball Informational Meeting to kick off the upcoming season.
📅 Tuesday, July 28
🕖 7:15 p.m. (immediately following Open Gym)
Parents and athletes will receive important information about the season, expectations, schedules, communication, and more. We look forward to seeing everyone there as we prepare for another exciting year of Stallion Volleyball!

🏈 Save the Date! Fall Sports Parent Night 🏐⚽
Parents and guardians of our fall student-athletes are encouraged to attend our Fall Sports Parent Night to learn important information for the upcoming season.
📅 Thursday, July 30
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 BLPA Gym
This meeting is for all fall sports and Middle School Boys Basketball.
Please note these separately scheduled team meetings:
🏐 High School Volleyball: Tuesday, July 28 at 7:15 p.m. (immediately following Open Gym)
⚽ Middle School Boys Soccer: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:30 p.m.
📣 MS/HS Cheer will also have a separately scheduled parent meeting. Details will be shared by the coaching staff.
We look forward to partnering with you for a successful fall sports season. See you there!
Parents and guardians of our fall student-athletes are encouraged to attend our Fall Sports Parent Night to learn important information for the upcoming season.
📅 Thursday, July 30
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 BLPA Gym
This meeting is for all fall sports and Middle School Boys Basketball.
Please note these separately scheduled team meetings:
🏐 High School Volleyball: Tuesday, July 28 at 7:15 p.m. (immediately following Open Gym)
⚽ Middle School Boys Soccer: Tuesday, August 4 at 5:30 p.m.
📣 MS/HS Cheer will also have a separately scheduled parent meeting. Details will be shared by the coaching staff.
We look forward to partnering with you for a successful fall sports season. See you there!

Congratulations to the Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy Class of 2026!
Friends, family, and staff proudly celebrated 101 graduates as they crossed the stage and officially became BLPA alumni. From kindergarten memories to senior milestones, this class has shown resilience, leadership, perseverance, and Stallion pride every step of the way.
We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and cannot wait to see the impact they will make in their future paths. Whether heading to college, the military, trade schools, or the workforce, the Class of 2026 leaves a lasting legacy at Banning Lewis Academy
Friends, family, and staff proudly celebrated 101 graduates as they crossed the stage and officially became BLPA alumni. From kindergarten memories to senior milestones, this class has shown resilience, leadership, perseverance, and Stallion pride every step of the way.
We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and cannot wait to see the impact they will make in their future paths. Whether heading to college, the military, trade schools, or the workforce, the Class of 2026 leaves a lasting legacy at Banning Lewis Academy

We’re a GOLD winner! 🏆
Banning Lewis Academy has been voted Best Elementary School in the 2026 Best of the Springs.
Thank you to our incredible community for your votes and support. We are so grateful—and so proud to serve our students and families each day!
Banning Lewis Academy has been voted Best Elementary School in the 2026 Best of the Springs.
Thank you to our incredible community for your votes and support. We are so grateful—and so proud to serve our students and families each day!

Our elementary principal and counselor, Mrs. Voltz, and Miss Korver, attended the Purple Star Schools ceremony in Denver, where Banning Lewis Ranch Academy was officially recognized for its commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.
The Purple Star designation is awarded to schools that demonstrate exceptional dedication to meeting the unique needs of military families – ensuring students feel welcomed, supported, and set up for success. This recognition reflects the hard work of our staff and community in creating an inclusive and responsive environment for all.
We are honored to receive this distinction and remain committed to serving those who serve our country.
The Purple Star designation is awarded to schools that demonstrate exceptional dedication to meeting the unique needs of military families – ensuring students feel welcomed, supported, and set up for success. This recognition reflects the hard work of our staff and community in creating an inclusive and responsive environment for all.
We are honored to receive this distinction and remain committed to serving those who serve our country.

We are proud to share that Banning Lewis Ranch Academy has been named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School for the 2025–2026 school year!
This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to building strong relationships, creating safe and supportive classrooms, and ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and connected.
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team who helped make this possible:
Molly Riquelmy, Eliza Rich , Colleen Retting, Katie Nelson, Conni Meyers, Jackie Parry, Tara Baba, Talor Grimaldo, Darien Grover, Kelsey Michel, and Danielle Ybarra.
Your dedication to Capturing Kids' Hearts continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and staff
This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to building strong relationships, creating safe and supportive classrooms, and ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and connected.
A heartfelt thank you to the incredible team who helped make this possible:
Molly Riquelmy, Eliza Rich , Colleen Retting, Katie Nelson, Conni Meyers, Jackie Parry, Tara Baba, Talor Grimaldo, Darien Grover, Kelsey Michel, and Danielle Ybarra.
Your dedication to Capturing Kids' Hearts continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and staff
