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News Release -- CDE opens applications for up to $10,000 for aspiring educators
The Colorado Department of Education invites aspiring educators to apply for up to $10,000 in financial assistance for educator preparation program fees. The Educator Recruitment and Retention program provides direct support for qualified individuals interested in teaching in a shortage area and who can commit to working in that area for three years. 

07/18/2024 - 7:46am


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News Release - Department of Law awards $17.4 million to schools and organizations to combat youth vaping crisis
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today the distribution of $17.4 million to 42 schools, governmental entities, and non-profit organizations to combat the youth vaping crisis.

07/10/2024 - 2:33pm


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News Release -- CDE releases Free and Reduced-Price School Meal Policy for 2024-2025 school year
DENVER -- The Colorado Department of Education today released its 2024-25 school year policy that determines student eligibility for free and reduced-price school meals provided through the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, and/or the Special Milk Program.

07/01/2024 - 2:31pm


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News Release - Colorado State Board of Education approves 19 school construction projects funded through Building Excellent Schools Today grants
The State Board of Education met on Wednesday and Thursday in Glenwood Springs and voted on several matters, including awarding $183 million in BEST grants as well as approving accountability pathways for schools in Aurora.

06/25/2024 - 1:57pm


Child smiles during summer school classes in Westview Elementary School.

News Release -- CDE awards $3 million in grant funding to support out-of-school-time learning for Colorado K-12 students
The Colorado Department of Education is supporting school districts and community organizations to expand out-of-school-time learning opportunities for students at 24 sites across Colorado. The department awarded $3 million in grant funding from the federal Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant to support academic enrichment opportunities with a focus on serving economically disadvantaged students. 

06/10/2024 - 10:51am


People in a State Board meeting.

News Release -- Colorado State Board of Education hears from Adams 14 and continues partial management plan
At its May meeting, the Colorado State Board of Education heard an update on the progress being made in Adams 14 School District and approved the district’s request to continue its partial management plan with its external manager TNTP.  

06/04/2024 - 3:49pm


Colorado teacher talking to kids at a computer.

News Release -- TLCC survey results show positive perceptions of educator working conditions, need for support with student wellness
The Colorado Department of Education has released the results of the 2024 Teaching and Learning Conditions Colorado Survey (TLCC). Responses from nearly 46,000 survey participants show that educators feel positive about their working conditions, but that they need more time to prepare for classes and more support with serving special populations and meeting the social and emotional needs of their students. 

06/04/2024 - 3:55pm


Colorado Department of Education building.

News Release - Colorado State Board of Education approves innovation zone for Colorado Springs School District 11
During its April meeting, the Colorado State Board of Education unanimously approved the creation of an innovation zone for Colorado Springs School District 11.

06/04/2024 - 3:59pm


Colorado teachers smiling.

News Release - Community members invited to submit nominations for Colorado’s 2025 Teacher of the Year.
Denver, CO – The Colorado Department of Education is calling for nominations for Colorado’s 2025 Teacher of the Year. 

06/04/2024 - 4:02pm


State Board members talking.

News Release - State Board of Education approves Denver’s Abraham Lincoln High School’s plan to continue with innovation
In its March meeting, the State Board of Education approved Denver’s Abraham Lincoln High School’s plan to continue with innovation. 

06/04/2024 - 4:05pm


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