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- Garfield County
- 4/9/25
- 243 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting focused on approving the Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) program as the new English Language Arts curriculum for K-5, addressing rising healthcare costs, and discussing extensive facility improvements. The board’s decision to adopt CKLA reflects a strategic move to enhance literacy education, while financial constraints and infrastructure needs underscore the district’s challenging landscape.
- CO
- Garfield County
- 3/12/25
- 238 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting tackled significant challenges, focusing on staffing shortages, financial constraints, and initiatives aimed at improving educational outcomes and community engagement. Among one notable issues was the acute need for substitute teachers, an area where the district is seeking solutions amid broader financial difficulties. The board also discussed various strategies to enhance educational programs and support systems within the district, highlighting the ongoing efforts to address both immediate and long-term needs.
- CO
- Garfield County
- 2/26/25
- 193 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a charged Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting, a proposed policy concerning parental notification for transgender students’ name changes sparked debate, drawing passionate responses from both the public and board members. This contentious policy discussion overshadowed the meeting’s other agenda items, which included rising health insurance costs and the ongoing search for a new superintendent.
- CO
- Garfield County
- 2/12/25
- 271 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: During the recent Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting, impassioned community members voiced their concerns over the administrative leave of a well-regarded teacher, Kim Vanderveer, due to a licensing issue. The public comment period saw a notable increase in participants, as more individuals were allowed to speak on the matter. Several speakers, including parents, former students, and colleagues, expressed strong support for Vanderveer, lauding her dedication and impact on students’ lives.
- CO
- Garfield County
- 12/11/24
- 213 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Garfield Re-2 School Board addressed several matters, including a proposal for a Spanish language program in elementary and middle schools, ongoing staffing shortages, and potential changes to the school calendar. The board also reviewed survey results concerning employee satisfaction, discussed mill levy certifications, and considered updates to school policies, particularly those related to personal technology use.
