Adams 12 School Board Faces Financial Challenges as Mill Levy Override Fails

Overview: The recent Adams 12 Five Star School Board meeting tackled pressing financial challenges following the failure of a mill levy override measure, with discussions focusing on the implications for district funding, community engagement, and future strategies. The board also reviewed state budget proposals, charter school compliance, and ongoing efforts to address chronic absenteeism and academic performance.

Boulder Valley School Board Grapples with Cell Phone Policy Amid Budget Challenges

Overview: In a meeting that highlighted the tensions between technological policy shifts and financial constraints, the Boulder Valley School Board addressed a controversial new policy on student cell phone use and considered its implications alongside ongoing budgetary challenges. The board’s discussions also extended to concerns over graduation requirements, equity in school funding, and the community’s role in supporting local education initiatives.

Jeffco School Board Enters Executive Session on Superintendent Contract

Overview: The Jeffco School Board convened an executive session on November 14, 2024, to discuss legal advice related to the superintendent’s contract. This session, not open to the public, was part of a combined executive and study session held at the Education Center.

District 49 School Board Passes Policy on Student Non-Legal Names Amid Heated Debate

Overview: The District 49 School Board convened recently to tackle significant matters, including the approval of a new policy regarding the use of non-legal names for students, a topic that sparked extensive discussion and community input. The meeting also covered facility updates, educational initiatives, and community engagement, but the passage of the controversial policy on non-legal names dominated the agenda.

Academy District 20 Partners with Colorado Springs Philharmonic for Unprecedented Student Performance Opportunities

Overview: The recent Academy District 20 School Board meeting highlighted several pivotal collaborations and achievements, including a groundbreaking partnership with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. This collaboration will allow district students to perform alongside professional musicians, offering them invaluable learning experiences. The board also addressed community concerns about parental notification on student welfare, the handling of sensitive school play materials, and the district’s robust efforts to enhance educational programs.