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As we’ve been talking to people across Colorado about our advocacy for phone-free schools, we hear one concern consistently, “what if the unthinkable happens at my child’s school and I need to reach them?” We want to share some information we found while we were learning about phone-free schools. In this post we compiled information […]
Schools across the country are wrestling with cell phone policies. Principals report that phones undermine student learning, fuel bullying, and escalate conflicts during school hours. But implementation matters, and there is a lot we can learn from those who have successfully implemented phone-free schools already. We created this guide to help educators get it right. […]
Stand for Children Colorado proudly endorses Propositions LL and MM on Colorado ballots this November. These measures work together to ensure that every public school student in Colorado continues to receive free, nutritious meals at school, regardless of their family’s income. Two out of five Colorado families struggle to afford food, and for many children, […]
We all want what’s best for Colorado students. That’s why we’re launching our work advocating for cell phone-free policies in schools across the state, and we need you to join us. Last year, we worked alongside policymakers, parents, and educators to pass legislation requiring school districts to develop policies addressing cell phones in schools. Since then, […]
The transition from 8th to 9th grade represents a significant academic transition for students. It’s a time that comes with new academic demands, unfamiliar social environments, and increased personal responsibilities. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College (DMLK) in Denver Public Schools just hosted their 16th year of Freshman Academy—a program that’s been setting up […]
Starting high school is a big step. That’s why many schools have implemented summer transition programs to give incoming 9th graders the tools, information, support, and confidence they need to succeed from day one. Over the next week, we will be sharing more about how these schools are preparing these students for success in high […]
