Pueblo Academy of Arts
Our School
Mid-Summer Update!
The 6th-grade student orientation will take place on Monday, August 17th, and the first day of school for all students in grades 6th through 8th will be on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. More information on the 6th-grade orientation will be sent in mid-July.
The 6th-grade orientation will give incoming students the opportunity to tour the school, ask questions, and meet friends from their former elementary school and other schools. If your child is in 7th or 8th grade and is transferring in from another school, please contact the Principal for individual communication.
Next, our student supplies will mostly be covered by our school grants. At Pueblo Academy of Arts, we strive to keep school supply costs low for families. Students only need a few basic items to stay organized throughout the year, including a 2–3 inch binder, a 3-ring pencil pouch, highlighters, and a protractor. Music/Band students may also need an instrument book. Lastly, our team has been hard at work this summer to ensure smaller class sizes and provide new courses for our students.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to text Mr. Tapia at 719-504-0886. You may also visit our school website, which is linked in your email, or follow the Pueblo Academy of Arts Facebook page for frequent updates.
Have a great rest of the summer and GO PHOENIX!
Established as Pitts Middle School in 1960 and reborn as the Pueblo Academy of Arts, PAA has a diverse student population that is an accurate reflection of the city of Pueblo. We are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our students. We are dedicated. We are united. We believe in the potential of our students.
At Pueblo Academy for Arts, we believe all students can achieve excellence. This vision will be accomplished by cultivating a safe student-centered learning environment that fosters academic achievement, creativity, character development, a passion for learning, and a sense of belonging through teamwork, high expectations, meaningful and challenging academic instruction, continuous improvement, and a commitment to our school values.