Colorado school district using Biblically-infused reading curriculum made for Texas students
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
This state’s towering peaks have inspired equally lofty inventions.
After closed-door meeting, Denver superintendent, school board agree to keep working on relationship
The closed session was to get legal advice about Marrero’s contract and to discuss the board-superintendent relationship.
This closed Denver school building is the new home of a French immersion charter school
The building once housed the International Academy of Denver at Harrington, one of 10 schools that closed or partially closed last spring.
Denver school board to hold special meeting to discuss superintendent’s concerns
In a June email, Superintendent Alex Marrero alleged that the board has created an “increasingly untenable” situation.
Denver Superintendent Alex Marrero to school board: “I can no longer ignore these concerns”
Marrero is a candidate for the top job in Florida’s Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
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A Colorado road trip back in time, with photographer John Margolies
Let’s travel through Colorado — and into the ’80s.
District says 61 boys the Trump administration found on girls’ sports rosters were mascots, managers
“Some teams had male managers, trainers, or mascots — not athletes.”
Denver Superintendent Alex Marrero is a candidate for top schools job in Miami
“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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Cellphones and other personal devices will be banned in Denver schools
The school board unanimously passed a new bell-to-bell ban for students on Monday.
Jeffco Superintendent Stepping Down After Slew of Controversies
Tracy Dorland announced her resignation after years of issues in the district.
Accusations of Racism Create Losing Season for Vista Peak Prep Cheerleaders
Black parents worry their daughters were bullied, but the coach says she was the victim.
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Denver Public Schools Could Ask Voters to Approve a $44 Million Tax Increase
The district plans to float several spending options at a series of community meetings.
Remembering the Ludlow Massacre: April 20, 1914
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
“The district is deeply committed to honoring parental rights.”
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Bell-to-Bell Cellphone Ban Recommended by Denver Public Schools Committee
Cellphone bans are increasingly common as schools try to reduce distractions in class and improve students’ mental health.
Colorado Lawmakers Avoid Big Budget Cuts to Education
Despite an overall shortfall of more than $1.2 billion, the state budget largely spared education.
Denver Students, Parents Debate Proposed ICE Restrictions at Schools
“How can education be a priority if safety is a daily concern?”
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This Education Co-Op Quietly Opened a Christian Public School. Does Colorado Need More Guardrails?
These co-ops are meant to support school districts, but this one started the state’s “first public Christian school.”
Honoring Colorado’s Black History Requires Telling Stories That Make Us Think Twice
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?
Denver Schools Mulls ICE Policy, Sets Public Comment Dates
“I believe the desire is to possibly codify in policy and in a very public way so we can take an official stance.”
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Aurora School Board Approves Union for Support Staffers
Over 1,800 bus drivers, cafeteria works and other classified staff at Aurora Public Schools can now unionize.