Theatre
Theatre in Jeffco
Theatre teachers in Jeffco are dedicated to providing students with opportunities to realize their vision while developing durable skills, finding themselves and their place in this world, and creating experiences that last a lifetime.
The district is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education and opportunities to participate in experiential learning through theatre education.
Why is Theatre Important?
Researchers have found that sustained learning in theatre correlates to greater success in math and reading, and students from more challenging socioeconomic backgrounds see the greatest benefits.
Participation in theatre education enables students to embrace the full range of the human experience and develop myriad skills applicable to a variety of future opportunities.
Visit Jeffco School Finder for more information about how schools provide theatre opportunities.
Jeffco Theatre Unites Students and Schools
Annual District Theatre Events
Jeffco Theatre Festival
Annual opportunity for performances, workshops, tours and opportunities for students to learn from professionals.
Jeffco Improv Festival
An annual opportunity for middle and high school students to learn and perform improv skills with professionals.
Arts Events
November 2025
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat/Sun
Monday,
October
27
Tuesday,
October
28
Wednesday,
October
29
Thursday,
October
30
Friday,
October
31
Saturday,
November
1
Sunday,
November
2
Monday,
November
3
Tuesday,
November
4
Wednesday,
November
5
Thursday,
November
6
Friday,
November
7
Saturday,
November
8
Sunday,
November
9
Monday,
November
10
Tuesday,
November
11
Wednesday,
November
12
Thursday,
November
13
Friday,
November
14
Sunday,
November
16
Monday,
November
17
Tuesday,
November
18
Wednesday,
November
19
Thursday,
November
20
Friday,
November
21
Saturday,
November
22
Sunday,
November
23
Monday,
November
24
Wednesday,
November
26
Thursday,
November
27
Friday,
November
28
Saturday,
November
29
Sunday,
November
30
Calendar & Category Legend:
- Jeffco Arts Events Jeffco Arts Events
Support Jeffco Arts
Jeffco Schools Foundation supports student artists. Through community support, Jeffco Schools Foundation works to strengthen our music, theatre and visual arts community, invest in our arts educators, and stimulate growth in our young artists.
Awards and Recognitions
Theatre Curriculum
The theatre curriculum demonstrates what Jeffco students are studying by grade level as they progress through the school year. This course of study is based on Colorado Academic Standards developed by the Colorado Department of Education.
The curriculum guides identify the courses that are commonly taught at these grade levels. Courses can be adjusted based on the differentiated needs of individual students. For specific
Secondary Theatre Student Proficiency Scales
Theatre Curriculum Framework
Theatre: Additional Resources
State and National Organizations
Jeffco Electives Vision
Jeffco Electives aims to be at the forefront of electives education, providing equitable programming opportunities, spaces where students belong, and experiences that endure a lifetime.
Jeffco Electives Mission
Jeffco Electives advocates for the needs of standards-aligned, robust programming; where students feel safe to take risks, explore their unique interests, develop their potential, and experience diverse perspectives.
Strategic Plan for the Arts
Mission
Jeffco’s Strategic Plan for the Arts guides our work towards providing instructional excellence and extraordinary student experiences. Jeffco Arts advocates for the needs of standards-aligned, robust programming; where students feel safe to take risks, explore their unique interests, develop their potential, and experience diverse perspectives.
Vision
In order to meet this mission, our vision is to be at the forefront of arts education, providing equitable programming opportunities, spaces where students belong, and experiences that endure a lifetime.
Contact Us
Patrick Simpson, Executive Director of Athletics and Activities
Email: patrick.simpson@jeffco.k12.co.us
Molly Jordan, Director of Activities
Email: molly.jordan@jeffco.k12.co.us
Dawn Roberts, Assistant to the Executive Director
Phone: 303-982-6634
Email: dawn.roberts@jeffco.k12.co.us