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Is there a way to do school closures without community angst? #Jeffco @JeffcoSchoolsCo ow.ly/vcUX50Ii4ON
Will there be enough qualified educators to meet demand for expanded preschool options? #JEffco @JeffcoSchoolsCo ow.ly/84Oq50Iiac7

Democrats formalize plan for expanded preschool, early childhood department. But will Colorado have...

Nearly 63,200 children will be eligible for Colorado's expanded preschool program in 2023

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Judge attempts to stop school board members from having one on one conversations that lead to decisions. @JeffcoSchoolsCo #Jeffco ow.ly/93q750Ii490

Judge orders Douglas County School Board to not discuss public business, take formal action outside...

The Douglas County School Board has been ordered by a judge not to discuss public business or take formal action outside of public meetings. The order, issued Wednesday by Douglas County District...

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As pandemic waivers end, federal funds for meals are expected to end as well. @JeffcoSchoolsCo #Jeffco ow.ly/Nsb450Ii4vb
With such a large influx of federal funds, many are finding it hard to ensure funds are spent to help students. #Jeffco @JeffcoSchoolsCo ow.ly/RzhY50Ii4LZ
Colorado lawmakers hope additional funding will address mental health issues students face. @JeffcoSchoolsCo #Jeffco ow.ly/Mhlk50Ii4Cv

Colorado lawmakers say yes to mental health support, no to school resource officers

Amid a rise in behavioral health problems and youth violence, Colorado lawmakers are looking at prevention and early intervention.

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Requirements for K-3 teachers to have reading certifications will stay in place. @JeffcoSchoolsCo #Jeffco ow.ly/XBG650Ii3O9

Despite pushback, Colorado will enforce K-3 teacher training on reading as planned

Colorado will stick to an August deadline for early elementary teachers to complete mandatory training on how to teach reading, despite pushback from some school district leaders about burdensome...

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Why would taxpayers give education more revenue when spending has increased billions but outcomes aren't improving? @JeffcoSchoolsCo ow.ly/ZxVU50If27U

The latest push to increase Colorado school funding asks voters to tap TABOR refunds

Colorado economists predict $4.7 billion in state tax refunds between now and 2025. Education advocates want voters to send some of that to schools instead.

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Wheat Ridge Farmers live stream astronaut from space. @JeffcoSchoolsCO #Jeffco ow.ly/CzwB50Ib3WO

What Do Farmers Want To Know About Space? - Neighborhood Gazette

NASA astronaut Raja Chari fielded space exploration questions from Wheat Ridge High School students during a NASA-TV live broadcast from the International Space Station the morning of Feb. 18. During...

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Why aren't @JeffcoSchoolsCo leaders talking about increasing transparency around what students are being taught? #Jeffco ow.ly/CyxB50If1Qw
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How much money will @JeffcoSchoolsCo spend on tutoring students after reducing the number of teacher contact days this year? #Jeffco ow.ly/zoxe50If14u
Will bringing back retired @JeffcoSchoolsCo staff help improve student outcomes or just delay the inevitable pursuit of new professionals? #Jeffco ow.ly/aJup50I6YMb
The @JeffcoSchoolsCO Stevens Elementary principal is leaving to run a Clear Creek Elementary school. ow.ly/FtKW50Ib3VP

New Ventures For Stevens Elementary Principal - Neighborhood Gazette

When I was hired into the position of principal at Stevens Elementary in the spring of 2017, I honestly jumped for joy. I knew that serving this community would be a life-changing experience, and it...

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How will @JeffcoSchoolsCo changing start times effect academic outcomes and participation in athletics and activities? #Jeffco ow.ly/BKOc50I6VEu
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The @JeffcoSchoolsCo board discussed new graduation requirements but didn't change guidelines to ensure #Jeffco students are prepared for next steps. ow.ly/7gCr50I6Tk0
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Negotiations season had begun for @JeffcoSchoolsCO #Jeffco go.boarddocs.com/co/jeffco/B…
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Once again @JeffcoSchoolsCo COO Steve Bell is requesting millions over budget from original bond projections. #Jeffco
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How will @JeffcoSchoolsCo react to declining early year enrollment? #Jeffco ow.ly/8tJQ50I6Rrg
Good @JeffcoSchoolsCo teacher mentorship programs could improve teacher effectiveness. #Jeffco ow.ly/GlTY50I6PWQ
New teachers need experienced mentors

New teachers need experienced mentors

Early career educators aren’t getting the feedback they require to thrive.

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What will the fired Douglas County former Superintended bring to @JeffcoSchoolsCo students? ow.ly/G7Ha50I6BY9

Fired DougCo superintendent hired by Jefferson County

After the controversial firing of Douglas County School District Superintendent Corey Wise, a neighboring school district quickly brought him aboard for the duration of the school year.

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