Education

Local News

Durango school counselor faces uncertain future after contract nonrenewal

‘I was the sole breadwinner,’ staff member says

April 1, 2026

Local News

Fort Lewis College appoints North Carolina educator as School of Education dean

‘I am honored,’ candidate says

March 29, 2026

Local News

Two Colorado bills aim to accelerate, regulate social media response to alarming posts

Legislation presented in part to reduce gun violence on school campuses

March 19, 2026

Local News

Durango School District paints bleak local, statewide budget outlook

Finance director cites enrollment losses, funding shifts and deficit concerns

March 18, 2026

Local News

Durango School District to launch online learning program

Superintendent says option will help students with anxiety, travel schedules or athletic pursuits

March 16, 2026

Local News

Fort Lewis College announces new Student Affairs vice president

Mexico-based candidate to start July 1

March 14, 2026

Education

Dolores school board reviews absenteeism, discusses teacher pay

Chronic absenteeism affects nearly half of high school students

March 13, 2026

Local News

Powerhouse gives first look at new child care center in Durango

WonderLab Early Learning scheduled to open in September

March 11, 2026

Local News

Durango High School senior pushes cap-and-gown recycling program

costs and environmental concerns drive effort

March 9, 2026

Southwest Life

SJMA Education and Stewardship program strengthen connections in the Northern San Juans

A new education program of San Juan Mountains Association in action at Top of the Pine near Ridgway.cca This was…

March 7, 2026

Local News

Durango School District announces staffing cuts, reassignments

Shrinking enrollment contributes to ‘toughest budget year in recent memory’

March 6, 2026

Local News

Durango High School pathway prepares students for careers in health care

‘There’s 400-plus kids in here that are doing something every day to make themselves a better health care professional,’ teacher…

March 3, 2026

Local News

Longtime Fort Lewis College faculty member appointed as Katz School of Business dean

Institution selects internal candidate after national search

March 2, 2026

Local News

San Juan, La Plata County students present environmental resilience findings at summit

‘It’s nice to share information that I feel like I’ve spent quite a while researching,’ Durango high schooler says

February 28, 2026

Local News

Colorado education bills address rural staffing, cost of materials

measure passes, another remains under consideration

February 28, 2026

Local News

Colorado Department of Education Teacher of the Year nominations now open

Students, others urged to nominate K-12 instructors who are ‘exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable and skilled’

February 27, 2026

Local News

Durango School District board appoints former teacher to fill vacant seat

candidates interviewed during selection process

February 26, 2026

Local News

Animas High selects Durango educator as next head of school

Robertson has led Colorado Timberline Academy since 2024

February 26, 2026

Local News

New advancement vice president and foundation CEO named at Fort Lewis College

Texas-based candidate will serve in both roles

February 20, 2026

Local News

Colorado bill would ease misdemeanor disclosure rule for teacher applicants

Measure would no longer require reporting of older convictions

February 17, 2026

Local News

Mountain Studies Institute’s new executive director bridges science and policy

McKeon teaches global environmental policy at Fort Lewis College

February 16, 2026

Local News

Durango school board seat remains vacant after nearly monthlong search

District D post draws no applicants despite efforts to recruit

February 9, 2026

Local News

Fort Lewis College rolls out new dietetics program

Educational track will help students ‘pursue careers in nutrition and health care without leaving Southwest Colorado,’ according to FLC

February 6, 2026

Local News

Regional science fair explores musical chickens, AI, cybertrucks and cereal brands

‘We’re inspiring these young minds to get involved in early problem-solving in real life situations,’ organizer says

February 5, 2026

Local News

Two finalists to visit Animas High School this week in bid for lead role

Families, community members invited to participate in candidate interview process

February 3, 2026

Local News

Durango High School encourages students to explore Advanced Placement courses

one of several schools in state to receive AP award from College Board

February 2, 2026

Local News

Bayfield preschool buys land for future expansion

Nonprofit plans to expand child care access in La Plata County

January 29, 2026

Local News

Boy, 5, thanks Durango High School students for helping make his wish come true

Schoolwide assembly wrapped up week of fundraising for Make-A-Wish

January 22, 2026

Local News

Unity theme of Fort Lewis College Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration

‘(MLK Jr.) understood that it’s going to take all of us to make a difference, on this campus or anywhere,’…

January 19, 2026

Tri-Cities

Navajo Nation President delivers People’s State of the Nation

Environment, infrastructure, and employment take priority while education sees little mention in speech

January 16, 2026