Colorado

Colorado pays generously for homeschool enrichment

Funding cuts and stricter rules could be coming as state lawmakers plan legislation that would halve how much the state pays for many homeschool enrichment programs.

Apr 15, 2026

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What the new food pyramid means for school lunches

School nutrition professionals worry a meat-heavy diet crowds out fiber.

Apr 14, 2026

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Is International Baccalaureate an alternative to gifted and talented programs?

A selling point is that IB programming offers rigorous lessons to all students.

Apr 13, 2026

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What happened to Sal Khan’s AI revolution?

Khan Academy's founder predicted a revolution in learning when he rolled out an AI-powered tutoring chatbot.

Apr 10, 2026

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What happened when this Colorado teacher ditched screens

"All of this is more work," said Leadville teacher Dylan Kane. But he hasn't brought the screens back.

Apr 9, 2026

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Parents, students push to save teacher prep program

They hope lawmakers will allow one more class of high school seniors to participate.

Apr 8, 2026

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Colorado lawmakers avoid big cuts to education in 2026-27 budget

Schools will escape severe cuts, but funding for several education grants and programs will be reduced.

Apr 7, 2026

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Program teaches teens about risks of gun ownership

The teens participated in a paid spring break program that aims to raise awareness about the dangers of having a gun.

Apr 6, 2026

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This program teaches teens about the risks of gun ownership. It’s changing some minds.

A look at how teens are thinking about gun ownership. Plus, new limits on electronic devices in schools.

Apr 6, 2026

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East High shooting lawsuit moves forward

The judge’s March 25 ruling provides more details about how the shooting unfolded.

Apr 3, 2026

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Sheridan teachers go on strike

Teachers in the tiny Sheridan School District south of Denver have been working without a contract all school year. Plus, Colorado lawmakers advance a bill that would require schools to share their plans for at-risk students.

Apr 2, 2026

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Colorado school board sued in wake of ‘public Christian school’ controversy

Three school board candidates who were passed over for a vacant school board seat sued the Pueblo 70 school board for open meetings violations. Plus, Colorado officials updated the funding forecast for child care assistance for low-income families.

Apr 1, 2026

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New research looks at how well IDEA works

As a landmark special education law turns 50, a new study looks at its effectiveness. Plus, Chicago Public Schools names a permanent CEO and Tennessee education officials ask whether too many Memphis students with disabilities are taking alternative standardized tests.

Mar 31, 2026

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Lawmakers want charter schools considered in construction ballot measures

A new bill would change how Colorado districts work with charter schools on local initiatives.

Mar 30, 2026

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