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News & Events
News Release -- Colorado Department of Education accepting applications for Purple Star Schools Program
The Colorado Department of Education has opened the application process for the new Purple Star Schools Program, which recognizes Colorado schools that serve and support military-connected students and families.
News Release -- State Board of Education hears details of 1241 Task Force recommendations for changes to accountability and accreditation system
During its regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, the State Board of Education heard recommendations from the 1241 Task Force, which was created to make improvements to the accountability and accreditation system and released its final report last week.
News Release - Colorado Accountability Task Force recommends overhaul of state education accountability system
A task force created to examine the state’s education accountability system is recommending a major overhaul, including adjustments to ratings for schools and districts, to better reflect the achievement of different student groups and to provide parents, guardians, and family members with a clearer understanding of how well schools prepare students for life after high school.
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