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Prop NN & Amendment 87: Two ballot measures, why they both matter for students & families<\/a><\/h3>
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By now, your ballot has likely arrived, sitting in your mailbox, on your kitchen counter, or waiting to be discussed around the dinner table. As Coloradans begin making decisions about the future of our state, we know there is a lot of information, advertising, and political messaging competing for attention.  We believe voters deserve clear, […]<\/div>
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National Voter Registration Day: Are You Ready to Vote?<\/a><\/h3>
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This National Voter Registration Day, we’re encouraging you to take a few minutes to make sure you\u2019re ready to vote this election day, November 3, 2026. The leaders elected this November will make decisions that affect Colorado students, families, and communities. Voting is one of the most powerful ways to make your voice heard and […]<\/div>
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Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements<\/a><\/h3>
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Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements We’re proud to endorse candidates and ballot measures in the 2026 General Election that will help build stronger schools, support students and families, and create a brighter future for Colorado. After reviewing candidates’ positions and priorities, Stand for Children Colorado is proud to endorse the following […]<\/div>
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Q&A: Why These Skills Matter More Than Ever for Ninth Graders<\/a><\/h3>
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In our recent blog, Beyond Grades: Understanding the Skills Behind Student Success, we explored how the Center for High School Success (CHSS) Skills Wheel helps schools identify and support the skills students need to thrive in ninth grade and beyond. To dive deeper, we spoke with our colleague, Jen Gallegos, Southwest Director at CHSS, about […]<\/div>
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The Skills Behind Ninth Grade Success<\/a><\/h3>
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As students return to classrooms across Colorado, educators are focused on helping them start the year strong. For ninth graders, that matters more than ever. We know ninth grade is a pivotal year. Students who successfully complete ninth grade on track are significantly more likely to graduate from high school, while students who struggle during […]<\/div>
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From Policy to Practice: The Next Chapter for Phone-Free Schools in Colorado<\/a><\/h3>
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July 1 marked an important milestone for Colorado schools. Every school district in the state has now adopted a student cell phone policy, following the passage of Colorado’s phone-free schools law. Over the past two years, educators, families, students, school board members, and community leaders have engaged in thoughtful conversations about how to create learning […]<\/div>
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