Education
Tri-Cities
Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visits Navajo Nation
Kennedy speaks to federal support of Indian Country
Local News
Maria’s Bookshop hosts its first-ever read-a-thon
Event raises funds for literary programs and offers prizes for top readers
Tri-Cities
New Mexico governor signs regalia law. What’s the reaction at home?
Legislation concludes ongoing conversation brought on by Farmington High graduation incident
Local News
As Trump moves to dismantle Department of Education, 9-R superintendent weighs in on local impact
Any cuts or delays to federal funding would be ‘catastrophic’ for 9-R students, Karen Cheser says
Local News
Fort Lewis College trustees name sole finalist in presidential search
Heather Shotton has worked with FLC for three years
Local News
Ignacio teacher will give rural education a voice at Colorado Capitol
Kerry Jo Lauth selected to serve on state Commissioner’s Teacher Cabinet
New Mexico
Governor signs bill to protect Native students’ rights to wear tribal regalia
‘Every student deserves to celebrate their academic achievements in a way that honors their identity and traditions,’ Lujan Graham says
Regional News
University of Colorado among 50 facing federal investigations as part Trumps anti-DEI campaign
Agency said schools could lose funding over ‘race-based preferences’
Local News
For Durango schools, ‘Dear Colleague’ letter has done nothing but increase uncertainty
U.S. Department of Education threatens to strip funding from academic institutions with race-based programming
Local News
Durango School District will host a regional recruitment fair on Saturday
Districts and colleges across Southwest Colorado will attend the event
Local News
Student jurors find Kit Carson guilty of mass murder
Mountain Middle School holds mock trial at La Plata County Courthouse
Education
Mancos school board and community split over proposed affordable housing project
Board votes to hold off on discussions until after election in November
Regional News
Colorado lawmakers plan to shut down program getting teens involved at Capitol
Ending Youth Advisory Council would save about $50,000 per year
Local News
Fort Lewis College closes on $12 million purchase for student housing in Durango
Florida Road apartments add 20 units, 68 beds to FLC’s supply
Tri-Cities
Students consider the impact of Senate Bill 163
Tribal regalia brings identity to school ceremonies
Local News
Fort Lewis College recognized with Carnegie Designation as research institute
As of December 2024, FLC spent $50 million on undergraduate research
Local News
Bayfield superintendent will resign at end of year
‘We have built lifelong friendships and relationships that will always hold a special place in our hearts,’ Leon Hanhardt said
Local News
At the grow dome, Durango High Schoolers solve real-world problems
Students will design environmental control systems for the SOIL Lab’s new greenhouse
Local News
Durango School District’s SOIL Lab wraps second phase of development
Grand opening of grow dome planned for April
New Mexico
Bill protecting cultural expression at graduation ceremonies passes first committee
Bill now heads to House Education Committee
Local News
Colorado colleges defend DEI amid fear and uncertainty over Trump’s order
Schools remain undeterred, seek to debunk mischaracterizations around diversity efforts
Courts and Crime
DA’s office announces diversion agreement with Cortez Superintendent Burris
Agreement says Burris must receive training on mandatory reporting law and create a safety plan
Tri-Cities
Shiprock High School student wins Stock Market Game
Competition sparks interest of investment and finance
Education
Mancos school board commends superintendent in evaluation
Board also discusses success with its cellphone policy
Education
PCC Southwest to offer introductory forestry and fire mitigation classes again in 2025
These classes are open to adults with high school diplomas and high school students
Education
Southwest Conservation Corps hiring high school students for summer conservation work
There will be two four-week sessions offered, and no experience is necessary
New Mexico
San Juan College aims to train students on uranium mine cleanup
Classes start in February
Local News
Fort Lewis College’s five-year strategic plan seeks to repair legacy
FLC doubles down on commitment to serving as rural university
Local News
Ignacio School District celebrates improved graduation rate
Success mirrors a larger trend within Colorado schools