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Montbello Named National Demonstration School

Mar 14, 202502 min read
Montbello Named National Demonstration School
Montbello High School was named a national Center for High School Success Demonstration School today, shining a spotlight on the intentional work they have done to implement a 9th grade on-track approach and increase on-track rates from 65% to 82% since 2022. Students who finish 9th grade “on track” are three times more likely to graduate […]

Capitol Week In Review: Week 9

Mar 10, 202505 min read
Capitol Week In Review: Week 9
Welcome to Capitol Week In Review, our newsletter keeping you informed about policy concerning educational equity and criminal justice reform.  You will also hear from us about opportunities to engage in advocacy on topics important to you. Get this newsletter in your inbox every week: Legislation of Interest We’re excited to share a celebratory update […]

Capitol Week In Review: Week 8

Feb 28, 202504 min read
Capitol Week In Review: Week 8
Welcome to Capitol Week In Review, our newsletter keeping you informed about policy concerning educational equity and criminal justice reform.  You will also hear from us about opportunities to engage in advocacy on topics important to you. Get this newsletter in your inbox every week: Legislation of Interest We’re excited to share a celebratory update […]

Capitol Week In Review: Week 7

Feb 23, 202505 min read
Capitol Week In Review: Week 7
Welcome to Capitol Week In Review, our newsletter keeping you informed about policy concerning educational equity and criminal justice reform.  You will also hear from us about opportunities to engage in advocacy on topics important to you. Get this newsletter in your inbox everyweek: Legislation of Interest We’re excited to share that we have added […]

Advocates Testify in Favor of Cell Phone Policies for Schools

Feb 20, 202502 min read
Advocates Testify in Favor of Cell Phone Policies for Schools
The House Education Committee voted to pass HB25-1135, Communication Devices in Schools, 12-1 this week. The bill requires all public and charter schools in Colorado to establish policies on student use of communication devices during school hours by July 1, 2026. These policies must specify any restrictions and exceptions for device use throughout the school […]

Take Action: Support Financial Literacy For Students

Feb 18, 202501 min read
Take Action: Support Financial Literacy For Students
Policymakers are considering legislation to help set our students up for financial success, and we need your help!  HB25-1192, Financial Literacy Graduation Requirement, is bipartisan legislation that will require Colorado high school students to complete a personal finance course and either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Colorado Application for State Financial […]