Brighton 27J School Board Faces Criticism Over Basketball Program and Approves Mill Levy Certification

Overview: The recent Brighton 27J School Board meeting addressed public concerns about the basketball program at Riverdale Ridge, with community members urging board intervention. The board also approved the fiscal year 2025 Mill Levy certification, essential for district funding, and discussed additional topics such as security measures and financial audits.

Woodland Park School Board Addresses Accountability Committee Issues and Audit Delays

Overview: The Woodland Park RE-2 School Board meeting focused on addressing issues within the District Accountability Committee (DAC), including eligibility concerns of its members, and examined the necessity of extending the timeline for the district’s year-end audit. The board’s agenda included discussions aimed at ensuring compliance with regulations and improving transparency and communication with the community.

Garfield Re-2 School Board Discusses Spanish Language Program and Employee Retention Strategies

Overview: During the recent Garfield Re-2 School Board meeting, discussions centered around significant proposals and ongoing initiatives, including the introduction of a Spanish language program in elementary and middle schools and the enhancement of employee retention strategies.

Jeffco School Board Addresses Funding Challenges Amid Legislative Concerns and Union Negotiations

Overview: The Jeffco School Board meeting on December 11, 2024, focused on topics such as financial challenges exacerbated by legislative actions, ongoing union negotiations, and the implications of school start time changes.

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.