Garfield Re-2 School Board Faces Criticism Over Handling of Student Injury Incident

Overview: During the recent Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting, a portion of the discussion was dominated by public comments from Gia Macias and her daughter, Gia, who shared their distress over the handling of a severe burn incident at Rifle Middle School. This incident, coupled with ongoing discussions about insurance policy renewals, underscored concerns about the district’s communication and risk management strategies.

Merit Academy’s Financial Troubles Dominate Woodland Park School Board Meeting

Overview: The Woodland Park RE-2 School Board meeting delved into pressing financial issues, with attention paid to the fiscal challenges posed by Merit Academy. Amid discussions on budget allocations, transportation costs, and staff compensation, concerns over Merit Academy’s financial stability and its implications for the district emerged as a focal point. The board grappled with the academy’s nearly $1 million debt to the district, its deficit budget, and the broader impact on district resources.

Boulder Valley School Board Tackles Declining Enrollment and Community Engagement Efforts

Overview: The Boulder Valley School Board meeting on June 9th, 2026, focused on issues such as declining enrollment, community engagement efforts, and the implementation of a cell phone policy across district high schools.

Poudre School Board Partners with CSU to Launch Dyslexia Education Program

Overview: The Poudre School Board meeting spotlighted a significant new educational partnership with Colorado State University (CSU) and the Neuro Educational Development Alliance Foundation to develop a dyslexia education program. The initiative aims to create a series of courses for educators, culminating in a certificate program aligned with the International Dyslexia Association’s standards. This program, set to begin this summer, aspires to enhance literacy education and support students with dyslexia not only locally but nationally.

Boulder Valley School Board Tackles Declining Enrollment with Community-Driven Solutions

Overview: The Boulder Valley School Board meeting focused on addressing declining enrollment, emphasizing community engagement, and exploring potential school closures or consolidations. The board reviewed extensive data collected from community sessions to guide future decisions, and also discussed an updated cell phone policy in high schools.