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    2024 INITIAL PERFORMANCE FRAMEWORKS RELEASED

    The Colorado Department of Education has released preliminary 2024 District and School Performance Frameworks, based on achievement and growth on state assessments as well as post secondary measures.  School Performance Frameworks are released annually as part of the accountability system for schools and districts.   

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    Calling all community partners!

    This year, the District has placed a renewed emphasis on strong daily attendance through a "Be Present, Be Powerful!" campaign. To reward those scholars who have shown marked improvement in attendance, we are launching an incentive program. And that's where we need your help.

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    PARENT AND FAMILY ACADEMY NIGHT: INFINITE CAMPUS

    Our first Parent and Family Academy of the school year will focus on navigating Infinite Campus. It will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11 at the D60 Administration Office (315 W 11th Street). At the event you will learn how to sign in to, or sign up for, a parent Infinite Campus account and learn how to check grades and attendance and access important information.

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    DISTRICT BEGINS PLANNING FOR STREAM IMPLEMENTATION

    In May 2024, Pueblo District 60 received a five-year $15 million federal Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP) grant to Implement high-quality STREAM programming (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) driven by Project Based Learning at several of its schools.

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  •  D60 staff receives school supplies from Subaru of Pueblo team members

    AUTO DEALERSHIPS COMBINE FOR GENEROUS DONATION

    For the second year, Subaru of Pueblo and Dave Solon Nissan hosted a "Fill the SUV" campaign that generated much-needed school supplies, and backpacks, for D60 scholars.

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  •  Wide shot of the field at Dutch Clark Stadium

    NEW TURF AT DUTCH CLARK STADIUM

    When the fall sports season at historic Dutch Clark Stadium opens Thursday, August 22 (Pueblo East "Eagle Empire" vs. Centennial High School in soccer) and Friday, August 23 (East hosting Fort Morgan in football) the athletes will be competing on brand-new turf.

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    UP TO $10,000 IN ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR ASPIRING TEACHERS

    If you have a college degree and have your eyes set on a teaching career, the Colorado Department of Education invites you to apply for up to $10,000 in financial assistance, for educator preparation program fees.

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    ARE YOU READY FOR THE START OF SCHOOL?

    As we approach the start of another exciting and event-filled school year, this year’s focus will be on attendance, and the importance of showing up for class every day. That’s why it’s very important to “Be Present, Be Powerful!”

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  •  Dr. Barbra Kimzey smiles as she sits behind her desk

    MEET YOUR SUPERINTENDENT

    “I knew I wanted to continue my forward trajectory in my career, but I also knew it had to be the right fit,” she explained. “Pueblo, and the diversity and the uniqueness of the community – the fact that it has a true work ethic – really appealed to me. People who are really focused on working hard in order to get you where you want to go resonates with me."

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  •  The cast of Susical on stage during a dress rehearsal

    PUEBLO SUMMER MUSICAL: “SUESSICAL”

    The Pueblo Summer Musical – the product of a long-standing partnership between District 60 and Pueblo Parks and Recreation – returns to the Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center Saturday and Sunday (2 p.m.) and continuing July 15-18 (7 p.m.)

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    D60 WELLNESS DAYS TO KICK OFF WITH YOGA

    Under the direction of District Wellness Coordinator Stephanie Swithers, free yoga sessions for District staff and family members will be offered every Monday through the month of July.

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    DISTRICT WELCOMES WELLNESS COORDINATOR TO TEAM

    With a goal of improving the health and wellness of students, families and staff, Stephanie Swithers is the District’s new Wellness Coordinator.

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    SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM UNDERWAY

    Thanks to the efforts of SFE - Pueblo D60 Foodworks, students 18 and younger will have plenty of opportunities for free lunches this summer.

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    STUDENTS EXPOSED TO HEALTHY EATING THROUGH FARMERS MARKETS

    Through a series of Farmers Markets, representatives of SFE-D60 Foodworks exposed young scholars to the benefits of healthy snacking.

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    STUDENTS: FREE FOOD ALL SUMMER

    Starting Wednesday, all children 18 and under can enjoy a tasty meal, Monday through Friday, at one of several convenient locations: Cesar Chavez Academy, Pueblo Academy of Arts, Risley International Academy of Innovation, Minnequa Elementary School, Irving Elementary, El Pueblo History Museum, YMCA of Pueblo, and the Lamb Library and Rawlings Library of the Pueblo City-County Library District.

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    WANTED: MEMBERS OF THE SUN CITY BAND

    Musicians: if you are in, or will be in, the sixth, seventh and eighth grades, and have been in your school's band for at least a year, you are eligible to be part of the Sun City Band.

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    ANOTHER HISTORIC TEACHER CONTRACT APPROVED IN D60

    Reflecting a continuing sense of value for our teachers, Pueblo School District 60 is excited to announce that through a highly collaborative process, a tentative two-year agreement with the Pueblo Education Association has been reached. 

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    SCHOLARSHIP EARNERS, ARTISTS, CTE SCHOLARS RECOGNIZED BY BOARD

    With graduation quickly approaching, the D60 Board of Education recognized 2024 scholarship recipients, artists selected for publication in the Colorado Kids Create Contest, and those in DECA, FBLA, FCCLA and SkillsUSA who achieved state and national recognition.

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    MISS COLORADO VISITS SCHOLARS OF MINNEQUA, COLUMBIAN

    A 20-year-old scholar at Southern Methodist University studying Fashion Media and Advertising, Sarah Swift also is the reigning Miss Colorado.

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  •  Recipients of the Teacher and Staff of the Year awards hold their plaques

    TEACHERS, STAFFERS OF THE YEAR HONORED AT CEREMONY

    Nominated by peers and colleagues for their exemplary dedication to education, three teachers and three classified staff members were honored Thursday as the best in the District.

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