Former Foes Meet to Tackle Teacher Evaluation Law
More than 500 Colorado teachers, principals and administrators came together Monday to start figuring out how to comply with the state’s new teacher effectiveness law.
What happens when Johnny still can’t read in third grade?
Next Monday state lawmakers consider the question of whether third graders should be held back if they fail their reading tests.
From Combat to Classroom
Thousands of veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars are taking advantage of the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Citizens weigh in on JeffCo schools budget cuts
Parents and teachers in the state’s largest school district are coming to grips with a harsh reality: up to $60 million needs to be slashed from school budgets over the […]
Undocumented students anxious about tuition
Colorado lawmakers are trying once again to make college more affordable for undocumented immigrants. Students say it’s their only hope for a brighter future.
Energy Audit Sparks Skills and Confidence
Students who have learning or physical disabilities that might keep them from finding work are getting help. A new program gives them crucial work experience through internships. Here’s a transcript […]
Give Grant A Chance
Many parents of Denver fifth-graders are scrambling now to get their kids into the best schools – -wherever they are in the district.
DPS Gets Mediocre Grades On School Discipline
A new report shows that Denver’s nationally recognized school discipline policy still isn’t making the grade.
The Middle School Freak Out
Its crunch time for parents of fifth graders. They’re already knee-deep in choosing a middle school for next year.
Closing The Reading Gap
Lt. Governor Joe Garcia wants to start a movement –a social movement aimed at improving reading skills in Colorado’s young children. Why?
Rules Taking Shape On Teacher Evaluations
The Colorado board of education will vote this afternoon on a set of rules to guide a ground-breaking change in how public school teachers are evaluated.
Voters Defeat Proposition 103
Proposition 103 — the nation’s only statewide tax vote on the November ballot -– was soundly defeated last night, by 64 percent to 36 percent.
Schools Trying To Raise Cash
In school districts across the state, voters are being asked to spend more on their local schools – to build new schools or renovate old ones, or to raise money […]
Proposition 103 On The Ballot
It’s the only statewide measure on the November’s ballot. But so far, Proposition 103’s been a low-key campaign relying exclusively on grassroots activism on both sides.
Voters Decide on Tax Increase
There’s just one statewide measure on the November ballot. It’s Proposition 103. And it aims to raise $3 billion for public schools.
A New Denver School Board?
Denver’s school district has captured the national spotlight for reforms like closing schools and reopening them with bold turnaround plans. The changes didn’t come easily.
