Arvada Press | Rylee Dunn | February 27, 2025

Over 140 years after one of Arvada’s oldest buildings was constructed, a new legacy is beginning to take shape. School House Kitchen and Libations — located, fittingly, in the city’s first schoolhouse — has carved out as niche as one of Olde Town Arvada’s restaurant staples with the help of some longtime employees.

In February, School House marked a decade in business, thanks in large part to two employees that Owner Scott Spears calls “the glue that holds the School House together,” Kitchen Manager Paula Hotaling and General Manager Andy Busold, who have been with the restaurant since opening day. (Read more about these Arvada Hospitality Heroes)

Part of what’s kept Hotaling and Busold in the fold so long is the community feel of Olde Town Arvada.

“I love the feeling of community, both inside the restaurant and throughout Olde Town Arvada,” Busold said. “Our staff is a fun-loving team of great people. They are the reason I enjoy coming to work each day. Making new connections, meeting people from all walks of life, and having interesting conversations are some of the reasons I love my job.

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