Social studies revision roils Board of Education with proposal to use conservative “American Birthright” standards
After tumult over references to LGBTQ references, one board member is now pushing standards that lean heavily on exceptionalism and Christianity to improve the state’s social studies scores, but critics say the curriculum is problematic.
Former Fairview High students settle lawsuit against Boulder Valley School district over sexual assault allegations
Two former students sued the district last year alleging that the district failed to investigate claims that a popular student athlete at Fairview High school raped at least two other students.
Certificates and apprenticeships are increasingly a pathway to well-paying technology jobs in Colorado
As public dollars for higher education have dwindled and tuition costs go up, workers and employees alike are looking for alternative options.
New plan released to recruit and retain more teachers of color
How will Colorado recruit, prepare and retain more teachers of color? A new report outlines the ways.
CU sexual assault survey shows fewer incidences during the pandemic, but severity of assaults has increased
A new sexual misconduct task force will try to mobilize all sectors of the university to prevent sexual assault.
Black boys’ special education rights “systematically” violated in DPS, says state complaints officer
The investigation by the state education department involved 99 students who were served in the specialized centers at district schools or an outside school contracted with the district between the spring of 2021 and 2022.
The Wheat Ridge elementary schools that JeffCo selected to close underscore potential inequities, miscalculations and pitfalls in the process
Jefferson County School District plans to close 16 schools as enrollment declines. The district has nearly 19,000 unused seats in elementary schools alone.
Jefferson County Public Schools plans to close Campbell Elementary, and parents, students and staff begin to grieve
Declining birth rates are fueling declining school enrollment across the country, including in JeffCo. Campbell has about 195 students — it has space for 364.
Back to school: dogs, AP classes and alarm clocks. What Colorado students are looking forward to this school year and what they want changed
New school year resolutions? Improving handwriting, imaginative thinking, and learning prime numbers
What should change?
Jefferson County Public Schools will name multiple schools recommended for closure
A major demographic shift is behind the proposed closures.
Douglas County’s embattled school board is about to come together for a crucial mill levy and bond vote. Here’s what to expect
Teachers and non-licensed staff like bus drivers and cafeteria workers would all see pay bumps, and the additional funding would help build new schools.
Colorado standardized test results are in. Here are 6 key takeaways
There are some improvements, but scores in almost every grade level and subject area are still below where they were before the pandemic.
Colorado teachers can afford just 1 in 5 homes in the state
A new study shows the vast majority of teachers are simply priced out of homeownership in the school district where they teach, not to mention the ever-increasing renting costs.
This Eagle County summer camp helps keep kids engaged and school-ready after the pandemic put students behind
Nearly 100 Colorado school districts have budgeted federal COVID funds for learning this summer, with many students behind academically after years of pandemic interruptions, isolation and online learning.
How two Supreme Court rulings on religion and public education could impact Colorado
Lost in the shuffle of several momentous Supreme Court decisions are two significant rulings that impact public education. One decision relates to public funding for religious schools. The other is about school prayer.
Getting the buzz on Colorado honey-tasting and bees from a beekeeper who is allergic to honey
There’s more to honey than you might think.