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News Release - Colorado Department of Education publishes free K-12 math resources
The Colorado Department of Education released a suite of free K-12 resources to support educators and families with math instruction. The CDE Math Intervention Resources were co-created with 18 math teachers from 12 Colorado school districts and four institutions of higher learning and the Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics (CCTM). These resources are designed for educators, families, and out-of-school time professionals to support student success in key areas of mathematics.

News Release - State’s largest teacher recruitment fair is Saturday at Dakota Ridge High School
The Colorado Educator Recruitment Fair will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 1, at Dakota Ridge High School, 13399 W. Coal Mine Ave. in Littleton. The event is the state’s largest teacher employment fair with representatives from 87 hiring school districts.

Colorado Teacher of the Year Janet Damon in a celebration over being named a finalist for the National Teacher of the Year.

News Release -- Colorado Department of Education seeks nominations for the 2026 Teacher of the Year
The Colorado Department of Education is inviting community members to recognize exceptional teachers by nominating an educator to submit an application for the 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year. The Teacher of the Year program recognizes educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching and positively impact their students, communities and schools.

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