

{"id":754,"date":"2022-07-13T16:29:44","date_gmt":"2022-07-13T16:29:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/?page_id=754"},"modified":"2026-07-15T13:23:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T13:23:12","slug":"our-stories","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Stories"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\" id=\"h-our-stories\">Our Stories<\/h2>\n\n\n<div  class=\"ultp-post-grid-block wp-block-ultimate-post-post-list-1 ultp-block-ba2e5d  \"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\" ><div class=\"ultp-loading\"><div class=\"ultp-loading-blocks\" style=\"width:100%;height:100%;\"><div style=\"left: 0;top: 0;animation-delay:0s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.125s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 0;animation-delay:0.25s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.875s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 21px;animation-delay:0.375s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 0;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.75s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 42px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.625s;\"><\/div><div style=\"left: 21px;top: 42px;animation-delay:0.5s;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-heading-filter\"><div class=\"ultp-heading-filter-in\"><div class=\"ultp-filter-navigation\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-items-wrap ultp-block-row ultp-block-column-3 ultp-pl1a-style1 ultp-post-list1-layout1\"><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-5000\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/colorado-families-showed-whats-possible-prop-nn-and-amendment-87-are-victorious\/\" >Colorado Families Showed What\u2019s Possible- Prop nn and AMendment 87 are victorious!<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nNov 5, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n0<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n4 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/colorado-families-showed-whats-possible-prop-nn-and-amendment-87-are-victorious\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/plugins\/ultimate-post\/assets\/img\/ultp-fallback-img.png\" alt=\"dummy-img\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">The air is filled with hope, relief, and most importantly triumph for our Colorado families. &nbsp; This election season required a lot from our community, organizations, leaders, and voters, and as we wrap up the last few counts, we are seeing the results of our labor of love. Our endorsements, were grounded in a vision [&hellip;]<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Colorado Families Showed What\u2019s Possible- Prop nn and AMendment 87 are victorious!\" href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/colorado-families-showed-whats-possible-prop-nn-and-amendment-87-are-victorious\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-4956\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/your-colorado-voter-resource-hub\/\" >Your Colorado Voter Resource Hub<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nOct 14, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n0<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n6 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/your-colorado-voter-resource-hub\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Your Colorado Voter Resource Hub\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/10\/Voter-Resources.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">Ballots have been mailed to Colorado voters, and to help you sort through candidate races, statewide ballot measures, and local issues, we&#8217;ve gathered trusted resources to help you learn more about the candidates and issues on your ballot before you vote. Understand the Ballot Measures and Local Funding measures Statewide ballot measures often have a [&hellip;]<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Your Colorado Voter Resource Hub\" href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/your-colorado-voter-resource-hub\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-4940\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/prop-nn-amendment-87-two-ballot-measures-why-they-both-matter-for-students-families\/\" >Prop NN &amp; Amendment 87: Two ballot measures, why they both matter for students &amp; families<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nOct 9, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n0<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n5 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/prop-nn-amendment-87-two-ballot-measures-why-they-both-matter-for-students-families\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Prop NN &amp; Amendment 87: Two ballot measures, why they both matter for students &amp; families\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/Initial-Endorsement-Announcement-1.0.png\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">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.&nbsp; We believe voters deserve clear, [&hellip;]<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Prop NN &amp; Amendment 87: Two ballot measures, why they both matter for students &amp; families\" href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/prop-nn-amendment-87-two-ballot-measures-why-they-both-matter-for-students-families\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-4918\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/national-voter-registration-day-are-you-ready-to-vote\/\" >National Voter Registration Day: Are You Ready to Vote?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nSep 15, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n0<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n2 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/national-voter-registration-day-are-you-ready-to-vote\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"National Voter Registration Day: Are You Ready to Vote?\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/09\/voteimage.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">This National Voter Registration Day, we&#8217;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 [&hellip;]<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"National Voter Registration Day: Are You Ready to Vote?\" href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/national-voter-registration-day-are-you-ready-to-vote\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-4920\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/stand-for-children-colorado-announces-2026-general-election-endorsements\/\" >Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nSep 4, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n2<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n2 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/stand-for-children-colorado-announces-2026-general-election-endorsements\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/10\/Voter-Resources.jpg\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements We&#8217;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&#8217; positions and priorities, Stand for Children Colorado is proud to endorse the following [&hellip;]<\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-readmore\"><a aria-label=\"Stand for Children Colorado Announces 2026 General Election Endorsements\" href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/stand-for-children-colorado-announces-2026-general-election-endorsements\/\" >Read More<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"m12 20.5 8.5-8.5m0 0L12 3.5m8.5 8.5h-17\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-item post-id-4907\"><div class=\"ultp-block-content-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-entry-heading\"><h3 class=\"ultp-block-title \"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/qa-why-these-skills-matter-more-than-ever-for-ninth-graders\/\" >Q&amp;A: Why These Skills Matter More Than Ever for Ninth Graders<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"ultp-block-meta ultp-block-meta- ultp-block-meta-icon\"><span class=\"ultp-block-date ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M3 5.5a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h14a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v14a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2v-14ZM8 2v3m8-3v3M3 9h18\"\/>\n<\/svg>\nSep 1, 2026<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-comment ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M20 4H4a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v9a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h4.5v4l5-4H20a2 2 0 0 0 2-2V6a2 2 0 0 0-2-2Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n0<\/span><span class=\"ultp-post-read ultp-block-meta-element\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\">\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M4 5v14a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h13V8H7a3 3 0 0 1-3-3Zm0 0a3 3 0 0 1 3-3h13M7 5h10\"\/>\n  <path stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" d=\"M9.5 18.5v-3.092a3 3 0 0 1 .504-1.664l1.219-1.828a.934.934 0 0 1 1.554 0l1.22 1.828a3 3 0 0 1 .503 1.664V18.5m-5-2.5h5\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n6 min read<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-image ultp-block-image-opacity\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/our-stories\/qa-why-these-skills-matter-more-than-ever-for-ninth-graders\/\" ><img decoding=\"async\"  alt=\"Q&amp;A: Why These Skills Matter More Than Ever for Ninth Graders\"  src=\"https:\/\/stand.org\/colorado\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/09\/Jen-G-skills-wheel-qa-4.png\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-content\"><div class=\"ultp-block-excerpt\">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. 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