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Colorado online public school students stay busy outside the “classroom”

 

The results of a new survey conducted by the Colorado Coalition of Cyberschool Families (CCCF) demonstrate that Colorado’s online students are active, engaged in their communities and find unique ways to fulfill their own interests away from a traditional brick-and-mortar school. Of students who participated in the survey about how they spend their time, 88 percent of these children who are enrolled in full-time virtual public schools spend at least one hour each day engaged in an extra-curricular activity outside the home. What’s more, 99 percent of the students who completed the survey socialize with peers at least one hour each day.

One hundred scholarships available for teachers seeking National Board certification

The Colorado Department of Education’s Office of Professional Services and Educator Licensing today announced the limited availability of a new round of scholarships to support teachers applying for National Board Certification with the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards.

Douglas County School District Announces 2012-2013 Budget

On Tuesday, Douglas County School District (DCSD) released a comprehensive budget plan for the 2012-2013 school year.  “We are absolutely committed to putting our students and employees first and doing everything we can to positively impact the classroom and this package does that,” said DCSD Superintendent, Dr. Elizabeth Fagen.  

CSU football coach releases statement about players accused of beating up fellow students

CSU football coach releases statement about players accused of beating up fellow students

“At this point, the three players reported to be involved in the incident over the weekend are indefinitely suspended from the football program. That means they are effectively no longer part of this team and will not take part in any football-related activity. We do not condone in any way, shape or form this type of behavior. It is completely unacceptable.

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speaks at DU tonight

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speaks at DU tonight

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice comes to the University of Denver (DU) Monday for a question and answer session with former U.S. Ambassador Christopher Hill, dean of DU’s Josef Korbel School of International Studies.

Trailblazer Elementary B.A.S.E. program earns national accreditation

The before and after school program at Trailblazer Elementary has received an important designation that sets it apart from other child care facilities in Colorado.

Guest writer inspires eighth-graders to express their opinions

A recent visit by a writer to Mountain Ridge Middle School not only provided students with an authentic view of the profession, but also inspired the students to express their own opinions and advocate for change through writing.