Pueblo District 60 Faces Outcry Over Potential Removal of Senior to Sophomore Courses

Overview: The Pueblo District 60 School Board’s recent meeting was marked by discussions and public comments concerning the proposed removal of the Senior to Sophomore (STS) courses and the district’s preschool programming challenges under new state funding guidelines. The meeting drew attention as students, teachers, and parents voiced their concerns, emphasizing the potential impact on educational opportunities and the district’s financial strategies.

Pueblo District 60 School Board Denies CHIPA Charter Renewal Over Financial Mismanagement Concerns

Overview: The recent Pueblo District 60 School Board meeting was dominated by the board’s decision to deny the renewal of the Chavez Huerta Preparatory Academy’s (CHIPA) charter, citing financial mismanagement as a concern. The board unanimously agreed on the non-renewal after considering a detailed report on CHIPA’s fiscal practices, which highlighted material violations of the charter contract and failure to meet performance standards. The decision was in line with Colorado Revised Statute CRS 22-30.5-10, which allows for such action when a charter school fails to comply with legal and financial obligations.

Pueblo District 60 Faces Charter School Non-Renewal Amid Financial and Enrollment Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Pueblo District 60 School Board, the potential non-renewal of Chavez Huerta K-12 Preparatory Academy’s (CHIPA) charter was the focal point of discussions, revealing concerns over financial management and enrollment projections. The board also addressed various strategic issues, including policy updates and a resolution on public education funding.

Pueblo District 60 School Board Approves Policy on Transgender Student Support

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Pueblo District 60 School Board approved a new regulation, ACA-R, concerning the procedures for students’ requests to use chosen names, despite debate. The policy aims to support transgender and gender nonconforming students by outlining guidelines for using chosen names within the school setting. The approval came after discussions and amendments aimed at addressing various concerns about student privacy, staff liability, and legal compliance.