Proyecto Thrive

Welcome to Proyecto Thrive

Proyecto Thrive is Summit School District’s after-school program coordinator serving all elementary schools and students in grades K–5. In partnership with local organizations, we provide high-quality, engaging programs on-site or with transportation to off-site programs from school dismissal until 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday when school is in session. Programs include enrichment clubs, physical activity, academic support, and opportunities to connect with peers and caring adults—all while strengthening the whole child through social-emotional learning, creativity, and fun.

Our Mission: Expanding access to enriching after-school opportunities through strong community partnerships so Summit County elementary students can thrive beyond the school day.

Check out this video to see partnerships in action.
 

2026- 27 Registration: What You Need to Know

• Proyecto Thrive and program providers will be at Resource Palooza to answer any questions you might have about fall after school programs. Resource Palooza will take place on July 30th from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Senior & Community Center. 

Please see below for the current schedule at your student’s schools. Schedules are subject to change. 
 

Dillon Valley Elementary

Danza Folklorica Mondays	Registration Link	3rd- 5th
Club Limitless  Tuesdays	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
Girls on the Run Tuesday & Thursday	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
Little Chef Roots  Wednesdays	Registration Link	K-5th
Danza Folklorica Wednesdays	Registration Link	3rd -5th
High Country Soccer  Thursdays	Registration Link	1st - 4th
Friends of the Dillon Ranger District (FDRD) Fridays	Registration Link	K-5th
Taekwondo Friday	Registration Link	3rd-5th

 

Breckenridge Elementary

Mountain Top Explorium Monday-Friday	Registration Link	K-5th
Town of Breckenridge Monday - Friday	Registration Link	K- 5th
High Country Soccer Mondays	Registration LInk	1st -4th
Breckenridge History Tuesdays	Registration Link	K- 5th
Girls on the Run Tuesdays & Thursdays	Registration Link	3rd - 5th

 

Frisco Elementary School

Town of Frisco Monday-Friday	Registration Link	K-5th
Girls on the Run Tuesday & Thursday	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
High Country Soccer Wednesdays	Registration Link	K- 5th
Invention Club  Thursdays	Registration  Link Coming Soon	K-5th

Summit Cove Elementary

Danza Folklorica  Monday	Registration Link	3rd- 5th
Breck Create Wednesdays	Registration Link	K-5th
Girls On The Run Tuesday & Thursdays	Registration Link	3rd -5th
High Country Soccer Wednesday	Registration Link	1st - 4th

Silverthorne Elementary

Silverthorne Recreation Center Monday-Friday	Registration Link	K-5th
Club Limitless  Monday	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
Girls on the Run Tuesday & Thurs	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
FDRD  Wednesday	Registration Link	K - 5th
High Country Soccer  Thursday	Registration Link	1st - 4th
Little Chef Roots Thursday	Registration Link	K - 5th

Upper Blue Elementary

Town of Breckenridge Mondays-Fridays	Registration Link	K- 5th
Girls On The Run Tuesdays & Thursdays	Registration Link	3rd - 5th
High Country Soccer Mondays	Registration Link	1st - 4th
breck Create Wednesdays	Registration Link	K-5th
Mountain Top Explorium Mondays-Thursdays	Registration Link	K- 5th
Danza Folklorica Friday	Registration Link	3rd - 5th

Thank you to our partners!

We’re proud to work with a wide range of trusted local organizations that bring specialized expertise and dynamic programming to our schools. These partnerships represent a strong legacy of community collaboration to support student growth and exploration.

Get Involved:

Are you a community organization interested in partnering with Project Thrive?
Are you a parent looking to volunteer with after-school programs?

👉 Connect with Project Thrive Coordinator Zuleyma Arias at Zuleyma.Arias@Summitk12.org here to learn more and get involved.

Together, we can help every student thrive!

Want to Know More?
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• Community events calendar
• Program registration info for school breaks, summer, and after-school sessions
• Stay connected and never miss an opportunity!
• Community Resources

 

Summit Central

Summit Central serves as a comprehensive resource hub, providing valuable information on food resources, family and household services, health services, and youth programs. Designed to support the community, Summit Central ensures that families and individuals can easily access the essential services they need. By offering a centralized platform, Summit Central helps users navigate various support systems, connecting them with the assistance they require for everyday needs and beyond.

Funding Proyecto Thrive

In 2023, Proyecto Thrive was awarded a $750,000 investment over three years through Vail Resorts and The Summit Foundation to help expand access to after-school opportunities for Summit County students. This funding has been extended to the 2026-2027 school year. We are incredibly grateful for this investment!

While $750,000 sounds like a large amount, these funds are spread across three years, approximately $250,000 annually, and support both program coordination and direct student services throughout the county.

Funding helps cover:

• Leadership and coordination to manage partnerships, transportation logistics, registration systems, family communication, and program quality across six elementary schools.
• Community partner programs that provide enrichment opportunities such as arts, athletics, outdoor education, cultural programming, STEM, and academic support. Community Partners are awarded funds through an application process. 
• Program supplies and materials that allow students to participate in hands-on learning experiences.

During the 2025–2026 school year alone, Proyecto Thrive served 663 students and partnered with 18 community organizations to provide meaningful opportunities beyond the school day.
 
This investment allows us to leverage community partnerships and expand access for families, but it does not fully cover the cost of providing high-quality programming to every student who wishes to participate. Many community partners cover the costs of their programs through grants, student fees, and donations. Additional funding and community support remain essential to sustaining and growing these opportunities for Summit County students.

Investing in Summit County's Future
At Proyecto Thrive, we believe every child in Summit County deserves the chance to explore, grow, and find what lights them up — no matter their background, income, or where they live.
Making that real takes more than good intentions. It takes dedicated partners, thoughtful coordination, and a community that chooses to invest in its young people.

A Cornerstone Investment
In 2023, Vail Resorts and The Summit Foundation made a meaningful commitment to Summit County kids — a $750,000 three-year investment in Proyecto Thrive's work to expand access to after-school programming. That partnership has since been extended through the 2026–2027 school year, and we are genuinely grateful for it.

Spread across three years, this funding — roughly $250,000 annually — supports everything it takes to run a program that families can count on:
Program Leadership & Coordination — The dedicated team that keeps it all moving: managing partnerships, transportation, registration, family communication, and program quality across six elementary schools.

Community Partner Grants — Funding awarded to local organizations that bring students real experiences in arts, athletics, outdoor education, cultural programming, STEM, and academic support.
Student Materials & Supplies — Because every child who walks through the door should have everything they need to fully participate.

Our Impact
In the 2025–2026 school year, Proyecto Thrive served 663 students alongside 18 community partner organizations. Behind that number are hundreds of individual kids who tried something new, discovered a talent, or simply had a safe and enriching place to be after school.

Why Your Support Matters
This investment has made an enormous difference — but it doesn't cover the full picture. Many of our community partners rely on a patchwork of grants, program fees, and private donations to keep their doors open to students. And as demand grows, so does the need for additional support.
When you donate to Proyecto Thrive, you're helping close that gap. You're making it possible for one more child to join a team, take a class, or discover something they didn't know they loved.

Support Proyecto Thrive — Make a Donation Today
No contribution is too small, and every dollar goes directly toward creating opportunities for Summit County's kids. Thank you for being part of this community and for investing in what matters most.
 

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