Play and watch Mario Kart races on the big screen at McGregor Square before a screening of "Super Mario Galaxy" on Thursday.

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The school closed permanently in May, but the court ruling could open the way for the state to claw back around $300,000 in funding given to the school.

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With little public discussion this summer, the small district picked a program “built for Texas students” that has drawn fierce criticism for its lessons.

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Bright Nights fills Four Mile Historic Park with glowing sharks, giant insects and plenty of other photo opportunities.

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The closed session was to get legal advice about Marrero’s contract and to discuss the board-superintendent relationship.

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In a June email, Superintendent Alex Marrero alleged that the board has created an “increasingly untenable" situation.

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Marrero is a candidate for the top job in Florida’s Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

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“Regardless of the outcome of the Miami-Dade superintendent selection, my commitment to leading Denver Public Schools, our students, staff, families, and the important work ahead remains unchanged."

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FAN EXPO Denver, Colorado's largest pop-culture convention, is Thursday, May 28, through Sunday, May 31.

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"We stand firmly with respect and honor for everyone, especially our children."

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