Jeffco Observer

17/03/2022

As pandemic waivers end, federal funds for meals are expected to end as well. http://ow.ly/BsXO50Ii4vc

With pandemic waivers set to expire, schools are bracing for higher meal costs and summer planning hiccups.

16/03/2022

With such a large influx of federal funds, many are finding it hard to ensure funds are spent to help students.

As the nation’s school superintendents gathered last month for their first in-person meeting since the pandemic began, Dan Domenech, the organization’s leader, pressed U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona about an urgent issue.  At Music City Center in Nashville, he reminded the secretary th...

15/03/2022

Colorado lawmakers hope additional funding will address mental health issues students face. http://ow.ly/sYlE50Ii4Ct

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

14/03/2022

Requirements for K-3 teachers to have reading certifications will stay in place. http://ow.ly/9LVu50Ii3O8

About 23,000 early elementary teachers must complete the 45-hour teacher training, either by taking a free online course or completing other state-approved options

13/03/2022

Why would taxpayers give education more revenue when spending has increased billions but outcomes aren't improving? http://ow.ly/YT2950If27T

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.

12/03/2022

Wheat Ridge Farmers live stream astronaut from space. http://ow.ly/ejMN50Ib3WN

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 an assembly in the school’s auditorium that morning, students and guests watched the broadcast aft...

11/03/2022

Why aren't leaders talking about increasing transparency around what students are being taught? http://ow.ly/yRUY50If1Qx

Democrats on the House Education Committee said disagreements about what gets taught can be handled at the local level without new laws.

10/03/2022

How much money will spend on tutoring students after reducing the number of teacher contact days this year? http://ow.ly/CJtC50If14t

The Denver district’s contracts with the tutoring companies are outcomes-based, meaning they only get paid the full amount if students make academic progress.

08/03/2022

Will bringing back retired staff help improve student outcomes or just delay the inevitable pursuit of new professionals? http://ow.ly/jnLg50I6YMc

Two bills in the Colorado legislature would make it easier for more retired school employees to go back to work without losing their pension benefits.

08/03/2022

The Stevens Elementary principal is leaving to run a Clear Creek Elementary school. http://ow.ly/KGfK50Ib3VO

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 definitely has been! The last five years have gone by so quickly, and my heart is full of treasured m...

07/03/2022

How will changing start times effect academic outcomes and participation in athletics and activities? http://ow.ly/jzF350I6VEv

06/03/2022

The board discussed new graduation requirements but didn't change guidelines to ensure students are prepared for next steps. http://ow.ly/3VaR50I6TjZ

05/03/2022

Negotiations season had begun for https://go.boarddocs.com/co/jeffco/Board.nsf/Public

04/03/2022

Once again COO Steve Bell is requesting millions over budget from original bond projections.

03/03/2022

How will react to declining early year enrollment? http://ow.ly/4XvU50I6Rrh

In many districts, more families opted for kindergarten this year even if their children were eligible for first grade.

02/03/2022

Good mentorship programs could improve teacher effectiveness. http://ow.ly/7fYY50I6PWP

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

01/03/2022

What will the fired Douglas County former Superintended bring to students? http://ow.ly/XaOo50I6BY8

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.

27/02/2022

After two years of watching what their children are learning in parents are pulling children at record rates. http://ow.ly/LihE50HZwaf

It is surging in popularity as parents become more activist.

26/02/2022

Most school districts are eliminating mask mandates. http://ow.ly/i6jM50HZwnB

With a steep decline in cases, Colorado school districts are making masks optional. Some medical experts say it’s too soon.

25/02/2022

Board eliminates two days of instruction but teachers don't lose pay. http://ow.ly/K9S750HZwzV

24/02/2022

If changes start times, will they expect increases in performance? http://ow.ly/yA7050HZxrk

23/02/2022

The CDC raises the ages young children are expected to meet miles stones. http://ow.ly/SrCo50HZx5n

22/02/2022

Districts are still trying to find more substitute teachers. http://ow.ly/FF7z50HZxp4

Denver schools are short on substitute teachers, and Mayor Michael Hancock taught three high school classes Friday to raise awareness of the need.

21/02/2022

The proportion of youngsters in ER departments seeking mental health support is growing. http://ow.ly/PK5E50HZxhz?

This report describes increases in emergency department visits for mental health conditions among adolescent females in 2020, 2021, and 2022.

20/02/2022

Teacher Union leaders call for masking plans.

“We need to look for a statewide, science-based decision that reflects the needs of our school employees," one union said.