Happy Election Day! It's Ann Schimke with Chalkbeat Colorado.

Next spring, Colorado students in grades 3 through 8 will spend 45 to 90 minutes less taking state tests. The move is a response to concerns from parents, teachers, and lawmakers that the tests were too burdensome. Bureau Chief Melanie Asmar has the details.

We also have the latest on Governor Jared Polis’ budget proposal from Reporter Jason Gonzales.

Last, if you need an assist as you fill out your ballot, we have voter guides available on Proposition NN, Amendment 87, Proposition 134, the State Board of Education candidates, CU Board of Regents candidates, and school district ballot measures in Denver and Jeffco.

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Gov. Jared Polis releases his final budget, but education funding calculations could change

Colorado voters will decide on a new governor and numerous ballot measures on Tuesday. The outcome will determine education funding in the 2027-28 fiscal year.

Colorado students will spend less time taking state math and science tests in 2027

In response to concerns that state tests are too burdensome, Colorado officials announced they will shorten the testing time after data showed that most students finish early.

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