John Barry sets his sights on 2015
The Aurora superintendent’s next “to do” list has some pretty daunting chores on it.
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DPS leads pack in direct-placing teachers
Teachers are placed into schools they didn’t choose – and whose principals didn’t choose them – at a much higher rate in Denver
Campus construction booming despite budget cuts
Despite dire budget times for higher education in Colorado, building is booming.
Duncan answers questions about R2T
Why was Colorado the only state west of the Mississippi to make the finals in the Race to the Top? Arne Duncan takes questions
Districts’ bloody budget moments arrive
Local school board meetings could replace ABC’s Lost as the most-watched Tuesday night drama in Colorado this week.
Gubernatorial candidates talk education
John Hickenlooper and Scott McInnis, vying to become Colorado’s next governor, addressed the state League of Charter Schools last week. See videos.
Dougco seeking super superintendent
Douglas County is taking its time finding a new superintendent, hoping to find just the right person for these challenging times.
Surprising findings in DPS study
Fewer than half of DPS students attend schools meeting district expectations for performance, according to a new study that finds the most need for improvement at the elementary level.
5 questions for Eva Moskowitz
The New York politician-turned-charter CEO talks about the enduring controversy surrounding charter schools, co-location and segregation.
Forced placement of teachers is hot topic
A plan to limit the “forced placement” of veteran teachers in Denver’s lowest-performing and highest-poverty schools drew applause Thursday – and some opposition.
