Berthoud High School

At Berthoud High School, “Our Business is Kids.” Our collaborative and supportive environment empowers learners, prepares them for the future, and enriches lives through strong relationships between students and staff.

Community and Culture

We are a close-knit Spartan community. Our dedicated educators often return as graduates, contributing to a warm, familiar atmosphere where every student is known and valued. Our passionate parent organization, the Berthoud Bash, along with numerous volunteers, has invested thousands of hours in raising funds for technology, curriculum, and student support—helping to foster a culture of engagement and connection.

Academic Excellence

• Offerings: Over 150 courses ranging from electives to rigorous AP and concurrent-enrollment programs. We partner with Aims Community College and the Thompson Career Center to deliver dual-credit classes, including AP Biology, College Composition, Fire Science, Math 112, and hands-on carpentry certificate training.
• STEM Focus: Since 2010, our STEM diploma has offered advanced coursework in science, technology, engineering, and math, leading to internships and senior projects that align with students' passions.

Student Support and Success

We consistently lead Thompson School District with the highest graduation rates and lowest dropout rates. Initiatives such as our Peer Support Counselors and Peer Buddy programs foster a supportive environment, promoting student well-being and leadership.

Extracurricular Excellence

• Athletics: Eleven sports programs with regular playoff appearances and state champions, including a 2007 state football title.
• Clubs and Activities: A vibrant selection of over 25 clubs—from FFA Vet Science (1st place at regional contests) to Robotics, Knowledge Bowl, show choir, and more.
• Arts and Performance: Our instrumental and marching bands rank among Colorado’s top five. Theatre arts thrive with engaging dramas and musicals.

Spotlight Achievements

• National Merit Finalists, Boettcher and Daniels Fund scholars annually.
• Vex Robotics and Knowledge Bowl teams regularly compete and win at state and national levels.
• FFA Vet Science excellence and athletes celebrating college signing day milestones.