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The resources listed here are selected to assist parents and students in their school-related needs.
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2019 Colorado Teacher of the Year
Each year the Colorado Teacher of the Year Program honors an exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled K-12 classroom teacher to represent the entire profession in the state.
Applications for the 2019 Colorado Teacher of the Year are due no later than 11:59 pm, Wednesday, July 11. To access the application and additional information, visit the program webpage. A nomination is not required to apply.
What's New
2018 State Tests
This spring third- through eighth-graders in Colorado will take the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) tests that are aligned to the Colorado Academic Standards. Colorado's ninth- and 10th-graders will take the PSAT and 11th-graders will take the SAT. It will be the first time Colorado ninth-graders will be taking the PSAT. The state-level results for these tests are expected to be made available in August. Individual student reports will be available to districts in July. In addition, schools and districts are expected to receive their preliminary accountability reports or School and District Performance Frameworks in late August. Communications materials provided on this webpage can help parents better understand the statewide assessments and how they can continue to support their student's academic success.
About State Tests
State Tests - Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS)
- CMAS, PSAT and SAT - Length of tests and dates for the 2017-18 school year
- CMAS - What to expect for the 2017-18 school year
English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF) - Frequently asked questions about CMAS (PDF)
- Purpose and Value of State Assessments (PDF)
PSAT & SAT in Colorado
- What you need to know on test day
Test results
- 2017-18 test results
- Parent's guide to understanding the score reports for Colorado's English language arts and math tests
English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF) - How to Use the test results to support your student
English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF) - Sample Score Report
- What is academic growth and the Colorado Growth Model? (PDF)
School and district accountability
Other Information By Topic
Standards
Finding a School
Early Learning and School Readiness
Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness
- Career and Technical Education (CTE)
- Concurrent Enrollment
- Dropout Prevention and Student Re-Engagement
- Graduation Guidelines / Graduation Requirements:
- Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAPs)
- Postsecondary Readiness home page
English Language Development
Special Education
- Parents / Families of a Child with a Disability
- Mental Health and Special Needs
- Special Education home page
Gifted Education
Safety
Family and School Partnering
- Bullying Prevention and Intervention
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
- State Personnel Development Grant – Family, School, and Community Partnering
Councils and Committees
- Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee (CSEAC)
- Gifted Education State Advisory Council
- Migrant Education Program Advisory Council
- State Advisory Council for Parent Involvement in Education (SACPIE)
Other CDE Programs
- Adult Education
- Award and Recognition Programs
- Data Privacy and Security
- Educator Licensing Office
- Federal Programs
- High School Equivalency (GED) Testing
- Health and Wellness
- Homeless Children and Youth
- Nutrition
- Transportation
Other Resources
- Acronyms Used by CDE
- Colorado State Board of Education
- Library Services for the Public
- National Education Association (NEA)
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- U.S. Department of Education
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