19 schools to get improvement grants

Turnaround plans for 19 low-performing Colorado schools have been approved by the state Department of Education.

Hick: No new money for education

School funding will remain tight, Democrat John Hickenlooper warned Monday as he unveiled plans for education if he’s elected governor. Video

Colorado schools fail inspection mandate

More than half of Colorado’s schools fail a federal rule requiring their lunchrooms be inspected twice a year. How to check your school.

Analysis: Colorado’s lost points in Race to the Top

Evaluators cite flat student growth, lack of union support and poor plan to put top educators where they’re needed most

Slow going for higher ed panel

The group working to develop a new strategic plan for higher education made little progress Wednesday on a first draft.

R2T rejection leaves a sour taste

Gov. Ritter cites lack of objectivity in judging Colorado’s $175 million Race to the Top bid after state finishes 17th of 19 finalists. Video

NEA kicks off national tour in Denver

NEA President Dennis Van Roekel highlights Denver’s teacher-led school and a district-union partnership to overhaul teacher evaluation. Video

Bracing for a ballot measure

Several Colorado school districts are acting now to prepare for the possible approval of Amendment 61, which limits government borrowing

Video: First day of school in Denver

Districts get the word on Edujobs grants

Colorado school districts and charter schools received good news Wednesday about federal funds that will ease district budget cuts and fund new charters.