SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM UNDERWAY

Through the efforts of Southwest Foodservice Excellence/D60 Foodworks, children 18 and younger have a host of options when it comes to free summer lunches.

CORWIN SCHOLARS GET A GLIMPSE OF THE WORKING WORLD

For the scholars of Corwin International Magnet School, the final day of the school year was an enlightening one, as the Futures Fair offered insight into the careers -- journalism, health care and cosmetology -- most popular among the student body.

CORWIN FIFTH GRADERS MAKE AN IMPACT IN COMMUNITY

In the Primary Years Programme, the culminating experience is referred to as Exhibition: student-driven and designed projects that provide scholars the opportunity to champion a cause and take responsible personal action to make a positive difference in the community.

D60 COLORADO TEACHERS OF THE YEAR, SUPPORT STAFF HONORED

In a long-standing tradition, three D60 peer-nominated educators and three Classified Support Staff were honored Thursday for their commitment, dedication and professionalism. Each year, the Pueblo County Chapter of the Colorado Teacher of the Year Program honors dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled K-12 classroom educators with a Colorado Teacher of the Year Award.

ROCKIES HONOR DISTRICT 60

Before the Rockies took the field against Philadelphia, young vocalists from Corwin, Fountain, Sunset Park and Minnequa delivered the national anthem. Additionally, District representatives, including D60 Board of Education Vice President Dr. Kathy DeNiro, were introduced to the Coors Field gallery via the stadium's giant scoreboard.

DISTRICT LEADERS RECOGNIZED BY GREATER PUEBLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

During Thursday's Business During Lunch hosted by the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, Superintendent Charlotte Macaluso, Board of Education President Tommy Farrell and Board Member Barb Clementi, and the D60 Communications Team were recognized by Chamber President Duane Nava before those gathered in the Pueblo Convention Center.

SUPERINTENDENT'S CROSS-CURRICULUM WRITING AWARD WINNERS

For more than three decades, scholars in elementary, middle and high school have been encouraged to demonstrate their literary talents in this showcase, started by the late Edmund Vallejo, a D60 educator and Superintendent, who valued the importance of writing.

MIDDLE SCHOOL ART SHOW WINNERS

TEACHER APPRECIATION MONTH RECOGNITION

Chuck Moore is an 8th Grade Science Teacher at Corwin International Magnet School. He has been teaching for a quarter of a century.

IN A GALAXY NOT SO FAR AWAY...

With the halls and space of Centennial decked out in a Star Wars-influenced "May the Fourth Be With You: To Explore, Play and Create" theme, participants took advantage of 24 activity stations hosted by volunteers from Google, Collins Aerospace, CSU Pueblo, PCC, the Air Force Academy, Sphero Robotics, Kinazium, Holograms from D11 Palmer HS, and many more.

THE DISTRICT SALUTES THIS YEAR’S RETIREES, LONG-TIME EMPLOYEES

Centuries of service to the scholars and families of District 60, in the form of hard-working and loyal teachers, administrators and support staff, were celebrated Thursday by Superintendent Charlotte Macaluso and Human Resources administrators.

SPELLING STANDOUTS HONORED BY BOARD OF EDUCATION

In January, 40 middle schoolers participated in the 46th Pueblo School District 60 Spelling Bee at Centennial High School. These top 6 spellers from the D60 Bee were eligible to compete in the Denver Post 83rd Annual Colorado State Spelling Bee, first completing a written portion of the State Bee through the Scripp’s National Spelling Bee’s online platform.

STATE SCIENCE/ENGINEERING FAIR PARTICIPANTS HONORED

A total of 15 projects from the Southern Colorado Regional STEM Fair advanced to the State Science and Engineering Fair, held at Colorado State University April 13-15. At the state event, 16 scholars from six D60 schools participated in the judging and interview process and also took advantage of on-campus opportunities such as interactive tours and guest speakers.

SUPERINTENDENT MACALUSO RECEIVES SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR AWARD

Colorado Association of Latino/a Administrators and Superintendents, a professional education association that advocates for the continued development and placement of Latino/Latina administrators who are committed to quality public education for all students, honored D60 Superintendent Charlotte Macaluso with a Superintendent of the Year Award.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR AT RONCALLI STEM ACADEMY

Coordinated by Beulah Heights Counselor Hope Reilly, a community Resource Fair at Roncalli drew representatives from more than 60 agencies and organizations, eager to share available resources and information on youth programs and other offerings designed to improve the quality of life of Puebloans.

GOING GREEN AT DUTCH CLARK STADIUM

On Friday, April 21st -- and in anticipation of Earth Day on Saturday -- student leaders from South, Central and East spent the morning assisting members of Trees Please with planting, mulching and raking.

CORWIN’S JACK CENTNER IS A KING BEE

The National Civics Bee competition encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. The competition starts at the local level, hosted by five chamber of commerce partners across the state.

COMMUNICATIONS TEAM MEMBER HONORED BY PRESS CLUB

Jon Pompia, the District’s Communications and Social Media Manager since November 2022, was honored by the Southern Colorado Press Club with its Damon Runyon Award, acknowledging a lifetime of media accomplishments and contributions.

DISTRICT PERSONNEL AMONG THOSE HONORED BY LIBRARY DISTRICT

For the 34th year, the Pueblo City-County Library District honored women making a positive and uplifting impact in the community through the Outstanding Women Awards. As nominated by colleagues and associates, the 40 awardees included two District principals and a board member, and several others with ties to the District.

CDE GRANT WILL BOLSTER TEACHER MENTORING PROGRAM

Over the course of two years, a $901,100 Colorado Department of Education New Teacher Mentor Grant will provide additional support to strengthen the District’s new teacher mentoring program. The grant was written by Kelly Warren, the District’s Director of Professional Development, with support from Tammy Neal, Executive Director of Human Resources.