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University of Colorado Boulder campus

Most Colorado universities haven’t responded to Trump administration’s higher education letter

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoAugust 26, 2026

Colorado State University System officials said they are reviewing a letter from the Trump administration asking about free speech, research, admissions, campus protests and more.

Colorado school board involved in ‘public Christian school’ drama violated open meetings law, judge rules

Colorado school board involved in ‘public Christian school’ drama violated open meetings law, judge rules

By Ann Schimke, ChalkbeatAugust 13, 2026

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.

Colorado school district using Biblically-infused reading curriculum made for Texas students

Colorado school district using Biblically-infused reading curriculum made for Texas students

By Ann Schimke, ChalkbeatAugust 7, 2026

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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To celebrate our 150th, here are 10 Colorado firsts

To celebrate our 150th, here are 10 Colorado firsts

By Patricia CalhounAugust 2, 2026

This state’s towering peaks have inspired equally lofty inventions.

Denver Public Schools Superintendent Alex Marrero

After closed-door meeting, Denver superintendent, school board agree to keep working on relationship

By Ann Schimke, ChalkbeatJuly 28, 2026

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

Empty denver building that will soon become French immersion school

This closed Denver school building is the new home of a French immersion charter school

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJuly 20, 2026

The building once housed the International Academy of Denver at Harrington, one of 10 schools that closed or partially closed last spring.

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Denver school board to hold special meeting to discuss superintendent’s concerns

Denver school board to hold special meeting to discuss superintendent’s concerns

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJuly 9, 2026

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

Denver Public Schools Superintendent Alex Marrero talks with students on the first day of school in 2024.

Denver Superintendent Alex Marrero to school board: “I can no longer ignore these concerns”

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJune 26, 2026

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

Photo of the Cactus Motel, a closed hotel in Aurora, by John Margolies.

A Colorado road trip back in time, with photographer John Margolies

By Thomas MitchellJune 17, 2026

Let’s travel through Colorado — and into the ’80s.

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Eagle high school mascot on a football field

District says 61 boys the Trump administration found on girls’ sports rosters were mascots, managers

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJune 13, 2026

“Some teams had male managers, trainers, or mascots — not athletes.”

Denver Public Schools Superintendent Alex Marrero listens to students at a school board meeting

Denver Superintendent Alex Marrero is a candidate for top schools job in Miami

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJune 12, 2026

“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.”

An assistant principal at Girls Athletic Leadership School, a Denver charter school where cellphones were already prohibited, takes a phone from a student in September 2025. This fall, all Denver students will have to turn off or turn in their phones at school.

Cellphones and other personal devices will be banned in Denver schools

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoJune 9, 2026

The school board unanimously passed a new bell-to-bell ban for students on Monday.

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Jeffco Superintendent Tracy Dorland

Jeffco Superintendent Stepping Down After Slew of Controversies

By Sage KelleyMay 12, 2026

Tracy Dorland announced her resignation after years of issues in the district.

outside of high school in Aurora, Colorado.

Accusations of Racism Create Losing Season for Vista Peak Prep Cheerleaders

By Bennito L. KeltyApril 22, 2026

Black parents worry their daughters were bullied, but the coach says she was the victim.

A school teacher helps young students at the white board

Denver Public Schools Could Ask Voters to Approve a $44 Million Tax Increase

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 21, 2026

The district plans to float several spending options at a series of community meetings.

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site of ludlow massacre

Remembering the Ludlow Massacre: April 20, 1914

By Robert ForrantApril 20, 2026

It took the lives of 25 miners and their family members during a bitter strike for fair wages and conditions.

Satanist Student Wins Religious Accommodation From Colorado School District

By Hannah MetzgerApril 20, 2026

“The district is deeply committed to honoring parental rights.”

Students' cellphones sit in bins on a table

Bell-to-Bell Cellphone Ban Recommended by Denver Public Schools Committee

By Melanie Asmar, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 16, 2026

Cellphone bans are increasingly common as schools try to reduce distractions in class and improve students’ mental health.

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The Colorado State Capitol's golden dome shines during the sunset

Colorado Lawmakers Avoid Big Budget Cuts to Education

By Jason Gonzales, Chalkbeat ColoradoApril 7, 2026

Despite an overall shortfall of more than $1.2 billion, the state budget largely spared education.

A North High School student speaks to the DPS school board during a hearing March 5.

Denver Students, Parents Debate Proposed ICE Restrictions at Schools

By Bennito L. KeltyMarch 5, 2026

“How can education be a priority if safety is a daily concern?”

collage of images of Riverstone Academy in Pueblo County.

This Education Co-Op Quietly Opened a Christian Public School. Does Colorado Need More Guardrails?

By Ann Schimke, ChalkbeatMarch 2, 2026

These co-ops are meant to support school districts, but this one started the state’s “first public Christian school.”

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black history month poster

Honoring Colorado’s Black History Requires Telling Stories That Make Us Think Twice

By Claire Oberon GarciaFebruary 25, 2026

Is Black Colorado history useful for addressing current injustices and what some see as similar moral dilemmas? Or is the recognition of Black History Month more appropriately seen as a “thank you” card from institutions and organizations?

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