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News Release - Seven finalists announced for 2024 Colorado Teacher of the Year
The Colorado Department of Education announced seven finalists for the 2024 Colorado Teacher of the Year competition with the sole finalist to be announced by the end of October.
News Release - State Board of Education hears about progress of schools implementing improvement plans
During the State Board of Education’s regular monthly meeting in September CDE staff provided updates on progress at 11 schools and one district that have been implementing improvement plans ordered by the board following multiple years of low ratings in the accountability system.
News Release - Schools and districts show improvement on Colorado’s preliminary accountability framework
A greater percentage of schools and districts earned higher marks on the preliminary accountability frameworks than in 2022, showing a gradual improvement occurring across the state since the pandemic.
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A newsletter filled with information and inspiration for Colorado teachers!
This monthly newsletter will keep teachers informed of state-level issues, events and actions involving teachers.
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August 31, 2023
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