Douglass has a longstanding reputation as a neighborhood school, offering a challenging academic program, high–quality instruction in the arts, and a welcoming and embracing school climate. Douglass has received many awards, including the Colorado Department of Education’s “school of excellence” for high academic achievement and the “creative ticket school of excellence” award for exemplary arts programs. Douglass also has been recognized by the School Mediation Project for its strong character education program. Parent volunteerism is high, and the staff is highly committed to meeting the needs of all children.