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The 21st Century Skills are the essential skills students should develop to be successful in the post-secondary education and the workplace.
The Educator Talent Unit develops, deploys and supports educators, schools and districts/BOCES across Colorado.
Find professional development opportunities for educators and other K-12 professionals.
Find out more about new graduation requirements and view a menu of options.
Through setting a clear vision for increasing student performance, CDE continually supports the advancement and improvement of the state’s education system to prepare all learners for success in a rapidly changing global workplace.
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Resources for traditional and alternative educator preparation, educator licensing, fingerprints and enforcement. Learn more about Educator Talent.
Provide feedback on 21st Century Skills
Colorado’s 21st Century Skills are part of the standards review and revision process. Participate in this feedback opportunity about these essential skills students need to be successful.
New Educator Talent Area Launched
The Educator Talent Unit develops, deploys and supports educators, schools and districts/BOCES across Colorado with the goal of having the most effective leaders and educators in every school and classroom. Visit our new area!
Attend a teacher shortage town hall
CDE, along with the Colorado Dept. of Higher Education, are hosting a series of town hall meetings this summer to address the state's teacher shortage and gather feedback on a strategic plan. See upcoming town hall meetings or provide your feedback through online survey.
CDE uses purposeful communication to build an environment of quality, customer service, credibility and trust.
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CDE takes seriously its obligation to protect the privacy of those whose data is collected, used, shared and stored.
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CDE provides resources to assist parents and students in their school-related needs.
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CDE provides data tools, district and school directories and other resources for student learning.
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