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D60 RECEIVES LOCAL FOOD PROGRAM GRANT
The Colorado Department of Education will award the District $25,333 as part of the Local Food Program Grant, a program that connects Colorado food producers with local school districts.
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SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER, ANTI-DRUG ACTIVIST VISITS WITH DUTCH CLARK SCHOLARS
His story is one of a promising athlete and entrepreneur whose life was derailed by drug use and in turn, jail stints and similar harrowing events. Today, Richie Webber, 28, is clean, sober and fit: a social media influencer with tens of thousands of followers.
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REGIONAL STEM FAIR STATE QUALIFIERS/AWARD WINNERS
For the 21st year, the D60 Elementary and Southern Colorado Regional (6th through 12th grade) STEM Fair attracted well researched and interesting projects in science and engineering categories. From this talented field, 15 middle and high schoolers earned the right to advance to the state competition.
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DUTCH CLARK DIGITAL SCHOLARS LEARN LIFE-SAVING SKILLS
20 Dutch Clark scholars took part in a CPR certification course offered by a representative of the American Red Cross. As part of the American Red Cross' mission is to train people how to respond to and prepare for emergencies, the CPR certification classes are designed to train participants to provide assistance when someone is faced with a cardiac or breathing emergency.
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HISTORIC DUTCH CLARK STADIUM TO RECEIVE UPGRADES
Through a partnership between Pueblo School District 60 and the Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority, the City’s most iconic athletic facility is slated to receive $5.2 million in improvements that will breathe new life and longevity into this hub of community activity.
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PARTNERSHIP PROVIDES INSIGHT INTO “WORKING IN PUEBLO”
For the second straight year, MxV Rail and Dutch Clark Digital at Paragon have partnered together to create a unique career exploration program for students enrolled at the blended learning facility.
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SCHOOL CHOICE WINDOW NOW OPEN
Through the Public Schools of Choice Law passed in the early 1990s, families have the right to enroll their children in any school, for any reason. If there is room in a preferred Pueblo School District 60 school, and transportation is not an issue, students are welcome: regardless of residency and other factors. In the fall, the District will welcome new buildings for Centennial and East high schools, Sunset Park Elementary and Franklin School of Innovation, and a brand-new institution: Nettie S. Freed K-8 Expeditionary. The School Choice “lottery window” is now open, giving D60 parents the best chance of winning a seat for their child or children in the school of choice.
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HONORING OUR SCHOOL BOARD
The role of a school board director, which comes with no compensation, is one that requires time, dedication, patience, compassion and commitment. To honor those who serve on school boards, Governor Jared Polis has proclaimed January as School Board Recognition Month. During Tuesday’s regular meeting of the D60 Board of Education, that proclamation was read by D60 Director of Communication Dalton Sprouse.
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DISTRICT LEADS WAY IN RECEIPT OF GRANT
The RISE (Response, Innovation and Student Equity) Grant supports high-needs school districts, charter schools, and public institutions of higher education to address the learning challenges related to the economic, social, and health impacts of COVID-19.
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COMMUNITY TRANSITION HOUSE COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
The CT House is a program that teaches independent living skills to students 21 and older in order to prepare them for adulthood. The skills pertain to leisure, recreation, home maintenance, personal care and community participation, with an opportunity to continue their education under certified teachers.
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SOL SANDOVAL TAFOYA SWORN IN TO D60 BOARD OF EDUCATION
Sol Sandoval Tafoya, chosen by the D60 Board of Education on Tuesday to fill the seat vacated by Margaret Wright, was officially sworn into office on Wednesday.
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PARTNERSHIP WITH GOOGLE ADDS ANOTHER DIMENSION TO HOUR OF CODE
Coinciding with Computer Science Week and the Worldwide Day of Code, the annual District-wide “Hour of Code” is designed to reveal to scholars at all grade levels the power of computer programming (coding) and the bright future that awaits those who choose a career in the computer field. A one-hour introduction to computer science using fun activities to show that anybody can learn the basics, the Hour of Code campaign is supported by more than 200,000 educators worldwide.
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PCC SANTA SELF CARE DAY OFFERS HOLIDAY PICK-ME-UP
For 100 students from our elementary, middle and high schools, an early Christmas present in the form of a fresh new hairstyle and vibrant nails was bestowed through the generosity of the Pueblo Community College Cosmetology Program and Michelle Garcia, coordinator of House Bill 1451 (Collaborative Management Program.)
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D60 BOARD MEMBER INTRODUCED AS CASB COMMITTEE PRESIDENT ELECT
A career educator and longtime member of the Pueblo School District 60 Board of Education is the incoming president of the Colorado Association of School Boards Executive Committee.
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CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH CONTEST
As October is designated as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the District hosted its first Cybersecurity Awareness Month Poster and Video Contest. Open to scholars at all grade levels, the competition was designed to promote the safe and secure use of the internet while encouraging students to make better decisions when posting pictures, videos, and personal information online.
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THE FACE OF THE ‘HOME OF HEROES’ INSPIRES AT PRIDE AND PATRIOTISM
In its seventh incarnation, Pride and Patriotism once again saw District scholars, from elementary through high school, express their gratitude to those who served – and in many instances continue to serve – in the written word, artistic expression and song.
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PRIDE AND PATRIOTISM TO FEATURE MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT DREW DIX
Pueblo’s last living Medal of Honor recipient, and the face of Pueblo as the “Home of Heroes,” Mr. Dix will be the guest speaker at the District’s Pride and Patriotism tribute to veterans, which begins at 6 p.m. November 10 at Memorial Hall.
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COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER
The aptly titled Community Peace Summit drew a diverse and colorful procession of children, scholars and adults to the Pueblo Convention Center for a day of celebration of the District’s efforts in promoting inclusion, compassion and a no-tolerance stance on bullying.
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BUS SAFETY WEEK CELEBRATED
Held during the third full week of October, National School Bus Safety Week is designed to promote school bus safety and address the importance of incident-free transports to schools.
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THE WORK OF OUR SCHOLARS
Here is a great piece authored by Genevieve Schlanser for a creative writing class at Dutch Clark Digital Online.
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