Education - The Durango Herald

Ignacio schools stand tall in face of outside criticism

Teacher retention is one of many challenges Superintendent Chris deKay and his staff are working to resolve

DATE: Nov 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango High School promotes sustainability through ‘Zero Waste Week’

Green Team tries to help community while gaining hands-on learning experience

DATE: Nov 23, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Riverview Elementary School hosts student art contest to promote SOIL project

Illustrations depict how gardening helps individuals grow

DATE: Nov 16, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango Education Foundation awards School District 9-R $100,000

Bridge the Gap campaign provides additional funding for middle school students

DATE: Nov 9, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Voters approve Prop. FF, clearing way for school meals program funded by cutting tax breaks for the wealthy

The new program will give all Colorado public school students access to free breakfasts and lunches, regardless of household income

DATE: Nov 8, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Community-led program asks what can be done for local youths struggling

Team UP for Students seeks to use programs already in place for La Plata County youths

DATE: Nov 7, 2022 | CATEGORY:

Universal Preschool Program offers reduced tuition for child care

New state initiative seeks to help fund early childhood learning

DATE: Nov 2, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango High School to host Flight for Life helicopter landing

Seminar an opportunity for students to learn lifesaving rescue practices

DATE: Oct 31, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Ignacio breaks down key issues with Ascent charter school application

Educators take aim at proposed dress code, perceived lack of cultural sensitivity

DATE: Oct 27, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Durango School District 9-R declines to review Ascent’s second charter application

Board of Education says applicant failed to meet a deadline

DATE: Oct 26, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bayfield nonprofit brings career pathways to students in rural areas

Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative pulls together business owners, industry leaders and schools from nine districts

DATE: Oct 25, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

9-R’s Escuela para Padres, or ‘School for Parents,’ breaks down communication barriers

Learning sessions help Spanish-speaking families understand school resources

DATE: Oct 20, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.