News and updates from local schools and educational institutions
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Colorado State Rep. Meghan Lukens highlights a $180.79 million boost in school funding and the Outdoor Opportunities Act during the 2026 Legislative Session.
Carla Jennings · June 7th, 2026 · 3 min read
The ACES specialized school in Westminster faces state sanctions and district withdrawals after parents report excessive physical restraints and punitive behaviors for students with autism.
Carla Jennings · June 6th, 2026 · 3 min read
Roaring Fork School District Superintendent Anna Cole presents a $5 million mill levy override proposal to boost teacher recruitment and retention, addressing the gap between rising local costs and capped state funding.
Carla Jennings · June 4th, 2026 · 3 min read
Steamboat Springs Superintendent Celine Wicks announces her retirement, ending a tenure that saw her rise from principal to district leader amid pandemic challenges.
Carla Jennings · June 4th, 2026 · 4 min read
Outgoing Eagle County Superintendent Tom Qualman highlights a $14 million affordable housing project and systemic funding pressures, warning that state constraints may force districts to cut student contact days.
Carla Jennings · June 4th, 2026 · 3 min read
Colorado signs Senate Bill 125 to let parents file disability discrimination complaints directly with the state, filling the gap left by the federal government's reduced enforcement.
Carla Jennings · June 2nd, 2026 · 3 min read
The Roaring Fork School District interviews four candidates to fill the vacant District B board seat, with a focus on balancing academic metrics with student enthusiasm.
Carla Jennings · June 2nd, 2026 · 4 min read
Former military leader and international educator William Gallagher discusses his philosophy and vision as the new head of school at North Routt Community Charter School in Steamboat Springs.
Carla Jennings · May 30th, 2026 · 3 min read
While Roaring Fork Schools boasts 95% staff satisfaction and strong student outcomes, the district faces the financial reality of sustaining these achievements through future bond measures and general fund expenditures.
Carla Jennings · May 30th, 2026 · 3 min read
Eagle County School District achieves record highs in academics, athletics, and workforce programs, but the article questions the sustainability of these wins due to undisclosed funding and infrastructure costs.
Carla Jennings · May 30th, 2026 · 3 min read
Steamboat Rep. Meghan Lukens details how freezing the cost-of-living adjustment in the new School Finance Act protects 43 districts from sudden budget cuts, despite rising local expenses.
Carla Jennings · May 29th, 2026 · 3 min read
Colorado’s $10.2 billion School Finance Act secures a $449 per-pupil increase to $12,325 for 2026-27, though a frozen cost-of-living factor limits gains for some districts.
Carla Jennings · May 29th, 2026 · 3 min readShowing 13 – 24 of 78 posts