Education

The Denver North High School Vikings Men’s Soccer team came up just short in their quest for the first state championship in program history. Fifth ranked North lost 1-0 to No. 2 Windsor in the 4A title game on a goal with 17 minutes remaining in regulation last Sunday. “We started off the game very sharp, had a few opportunities, wasn’t able to finish them, but that’s part … [Read more...] about Denver North Soccer Program Overcomes Adversity During Trying Season

In 2016, Colfax Elementary’s enrollment was 319 students. This year, it’s 248, a decrease of over 22%. Concerns about the drop prompted the West Colfax Association of Neighbors (WeCan) to organize a discussion not just about Colfax, but the future of other smaller schools as well. Parents, community members, teachers, Denver School Board member Brad Laurvick, and Councilwomen … [Read more...] about Community, Electeds Meet About Future of Colfax Elementary and Smaller Schools

Denver Public Schools’ superintendent search is nearing completion, with three finalists announced earlier this month. 85 applicants applied for the position. Following the announcement last November that Susana Cordova was stepping down to take a position in Texas, the district hired an independent search firm to assist in the process. The three finalists (biographies and … [Read more...] about DPS Announces Three Finalists for Superintendent

A group of students from across the city have created a Student Bill of Rights of “Student Visions, Rights, Rules and Desires,” presenting to the DPS Board of Education on April 22nd. While students who spoke came from different schools and backgrounds, the message from across the district was clear: students feel like they need more say in their education, including a role in … [Read more...] about DPS Students Advocate For More Influence In Their Education

During a school year where most interaction was confined to Zoom calls, graduates at Regis University came together one final time on a sunny, warm, Saturday afternoon to celebrate commencement. Although the ongoing pandemic made the celebration bittersweet, they still were able to find gratification in their accomplishments. When Veronica Valenzuela enrolled in Regis’s MBA … [Read more...] about Regis University Graduates Celebrate Milestone