Local schools mission to helps its students, bridge that gap between students and teachers Erin Chapman and last updated 2021-07-24 19:21:19-04 COLORADO SPRINGS â High school can be a difficult time for a lot of students. Luis Alatorre had trouble finding his place when he was a student in high school. "I was antisocial. I didn't want to be my own person. I was scared to be me," said Alatoree. "That's how the world is, be to yourself," said Alatoree. Alatorre transferred to Pikes Peak Academy his sophomore year. Unlike a traditional high school, Pikes Peak Academy individualizes its curriculum.