Colorado Department of Education

Global Village Academy is taking over our social media! Join us on Wednesday, November 19 when Global Village Academy is going to give us a taste of everything their schools have to offer.

We're hiring an Executive Director of Teaching and Learning! We're looking for: --A dynamic and forward-thinking leader that wants to shape policies --A passion for cultivating impactful partnerships --A go-getter to spearhead initiatives that support educators and learners across diverse settings If you are a visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of education, this is an opportunity to drive meaningful change in a highly collaborative and mission-driven environment. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gTpTZvsR

For What's Up Wednesday, we're highlighting the IGNITE 2025 Secondary Transition Leadership Institute at the University of Northern Colorado. This conference was all about stepping into the new school year with passion, purpose, and fresh ideas to reimagine what’s possible in Secondary Transition. Secondary Transition planning provides opportunities for students with disabilities to experience positive post-school outcomes such as higher graduation rate and increased enrollment in colleges and universities. More than a hundred educators gathered to learn from community partners about the opportunities to best help students with disabilities prepare for success after school ends.

Did you know that Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day? The first celebration was on November 11, 1919 to honor first anniversary of the end of World War I. We will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observation of Veterans Day. We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12.

Each month, our Family, School and Community Partnership department hosts Coffee Chats across the state where attendees connect with other districts and learn about different opportunities to partner with community organizations. Principals! Join us on Friday, November 14 to learn from School District 49 about how to build trusting relationships with families and students. Register today: https://lnkd.in/gqDwu9QD

We're hiring a Construction Grant Manager! Join our team in helping schools grow into their best selves by administer the Building Excellent Schools Today (BEST) grant program. Job requirements include: • Act as primary contact and key driver for technical assistance in assigned region • Work with potential BEST applicants on project identification • Help potential applicants evaluate and determine proper facility space requirements • Assist in compliance activities that may include reviewing internal processes, documents and reports to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory framework(s) Apply today: https://lnkd.in/gETQh9Y4

Commissioner Susana Cordova spoke with York International School in MAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADAMS 1 about their success in reducing chronic absenteeism by more than seven percentage points in just three years! School Director Eriksen Van Etten and Assistant Director Ben Schneider credit the improvement to a strong sense of community and intentional work to make attendance part of the school’s identity. Watch the full interview: https://lnkd.in/gdEiWnMx

Thank you to Mountain Range High School Band, Cheer, and Pom in Adams 12 Five Star Schools for making our all staff meeting extra special by bringing the spirit! You made this spirit-week-themed meeting all the more exciting and memorable!