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Family, School & Community Partnering
- Colorado Libraries Collaborate (CLC) Borrowing Program
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- Family Engagement
News, Timely Information & Important Dates
Vote for the 2020 One Book Colorado
Each year, the One Book Colorado program gives a free book to each 4 year old in the state. Make your selection for 2020 book by Friday, Nov. 22.
Colorado Teacher of the Year announced
Hilary Wimmer, a business teacher at Mountain Range High School in Adams 12 Five Star Schools, was named Colorado’s 2020 Teacher of the Year in a special ceremony at the high school today.
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
Governor Jared Polis proclaimed October as Dyslexia Awareness Month in Colorado! This month is dedicated to increasing public awareness of dyslexia and working towards solutions in our schools and communities to help students reach their full potential.
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BEST 10-Year Anniversary
Since 2008, the Building Excellent Schools Today grant program has awarded approximately $2.5 billion in grants to more than 525 Colorado schools, improving health, safety and security for nearly 300,000 students.
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Financial information on schools and districts throughout Colorado. Learn more about financial transparency.
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September 16, 2019
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