Education

Colorado educators call for change of a system ‘on the brink of crisis’

Years of school underfunding, an accountability system that erodes trust in educators, rising mental health issues in youth, and school violence are all playing into critical staffing shorta...

DATE: Dec 15, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Financial literacy classes available at Pagosa Springs High School

RG Bank promoting movement to ensure students are more financially literate

DATE: Dec 14, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Fort Lewis College experiences surge in donations during 2023 GivingTuesday

The college’s primary focus will be utilizing funds for new sports performance center, nursing collaborative

DATE: Dec 6, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mountain Middle School wins state ‘Performance with Distinction’ accreditation

Charter school wins award for the eighth time in 11 years

DATE: Dec 4, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango school district administration will have a new home

District finds new space after putting historic building up for sale three years ago; 9-R will move to Columbine Center in 2024

DATE: Nov 19, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Legislation would provide benefits for rural health care and education

Amendments and requests proposed by U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert would provide increased funding for rural health and educational services.

DATE: Nov 17, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Durango High School students speak out against gun violence

Female-led group advocates for ban on semi-automatic rifles

DATE: Nov 16, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango High School teacher breathes new life into Indigenous language

Elfreida Begay translates words that are relevant to most teens, sparking interest among students

DATE: Nov 13, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Molly Orendorff declared winner in Bayfield school board race

Newcomer beat out incumbent by just 24 votes

DATE: Nov 10, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Students honor veterans during heartfelt assembly at Durango High School

Speakers share why they joined armed forces and the impact it had on them

DATE: Nov 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two winners named in Bayfield school board election; a third remains too close to call

Four candidates were running for three open seats

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

Two incumbents and newcomer win seats on Ignacio school board

Race was called late Tuesday night

DATE: Nov 8, 2023 | CATEGORY: Local News

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