Developed for students ages 7-19 years old, DEN Academy has something for everyone and serves as a hands-on, interactive introduction to the world of aviation
New changes for 2025! Based off of feedback from previous participants, the following updates have been made:
- Expanded sessions! We’ve added more days to reach more students!
- Adapted for more graduated points of entry concept based off of age.
- DEN Academy 7-9 Years Old: Hosted at CSU Spur, this session is classroom-style where students will discover aviation careers and build an airport as a team
- DEN Academy 10-12 Years Old: Hosted at CSU Spur, this session is classroom-style where students will discover aviation careers, discuss skillsets needed for careers, and design an airport as a team
- DEN Academy 13-15 Years Old: Hosted at DEN, students will receive an introduction to DEN careers, match careers to the student’s natural talents and strengths, as well as get a behind-the-scenes look tour of DEN work areas
- DEN Academy 16-19 Years Old: Hosted in the evening at DEN, students will receive an introduction to DEN careers and the DEN internship (“DENtern”) program, as well as get a behind-the-scenes look tour of DEN work areas