Education Is free speech fading at colleges? Some defenders think so As protests have derailed speeches by controversial figures, including an event with Ann Coulter last month at the University of… May 16, 2017
Education P.E.O. chapter awards scholarships to local students du1-i-syn The two students were chosen for academic achievement, leadership ability, drive to create positive change and their dedication to… May 16, 2017
Education Local high school graduate receives doctorate in economics du1-i-syn Sargent was born in Durango and attended Park Elementary School, Needham Elementary School, Miller Middle School and Durango High… May 16, 2017
Education Spots available for Safetytown summer program Durango Herald file The program will be held 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 12-16 at St. Columba School, 1801… May 15, 2017
Education Durango High School’s Class of 1987 seeks alumni for reunion du1-i-syn For more information, call Denise Finks at 759-0356, Kari Rowley at 759-2348, email Amy Lantz at [email protected] or join… May 14, 2017
Education Know Your Dough to host High School Financial Planning Program du1-i-syn The program is provided by the National Endowment for Financial Education and sponsored by Durango Education Foundation. For more… May 14, 2017
Education Mountain Middle students to present poetry cafe Durango Herald file Students will act as hosts, waiters, busboys, busgirls and cooks to serve poetry to guests with decorated… May 13, 2017
Education Osprey’s sale at Cortez location draws a crowd benefits School to Farm, breast cancer prevention May 12, 2017
Education Graduation season arrives in La Plata County Commencement ceremonies will take place over the next three weeks May 12, 2017
Education Southwest Colorado Community College graduates to walk Sunday du1-i-syn The commencement speaker will be Dr. Tony Zeiss, retired Pueblo Community College president, author and current executive director for… May 12, 2017
Education Ignacio middle-schooler to represent Colorado at American Spirit Awards Carrillo to attend gala at The National WWII Museum May 11, 2017
Education Ignacio Elementary students unwind with performance Inaugural Bobcats’ Got Talent show will take place Friday May 9, 2017
Education Money to prep poor kids for college? Sorry, wrong font High school senior Uriah Birchmier speaks about how the Upward Bound program is helping him get to college in Helena,… May 9, 2017
Education Durango School District to hold gifted and talented program overview Durango Herald file Enrichment opportunities, identification, social and emotional needs, differentiation in the classroom and advanced-learning plans will be covered… May 8, 2017
Education Parents sought at Escalante Middle School monthly meetings du1-i-syn To join the PTO, attend the next meeting at 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 10, at the school, 141 Baker… May 7, 2017
Education Durango School District 9-R to host first brain expo Associated Press file Sixth-grade language arts students in Duane Tucker’s class at Escalante Middle School and seventh-grade students in Erica… May 6, 2017
Education Registration now open for Shared School Program in Durango Durango Herald file The program allows students to enroll in classes, such as art, music, drama, physical education and Spanish.… May 5, 2017
Education Durango School District 9-R to hold public budget meeting Durango Herald file The public will have the opportunity to discuss the budget and share comments with the board of… May 4, 2017
Education Durango High School students to perform ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ Durango Herald file Tickets are $15, available online at www.troupe1096.weebly.com. May 4, 2017
Education Needham Elementary School PTO board openings announced du1-i-syn For more information, email [email protected] or visit needham.durangoschools.org. May 3, 2017
Education Durango School District accepting farm-to-school beef bids Durango Herald filedu1-i-syn For more information, visit durangoschools.org. May 3, 2017
Education On-Point Mindfulness to host camp at Powerhouse du1-i-syn Students will engage in mindfulness and non-violent communication training through hands-on activities, such as theater, music, creative movement, writing,… May 3, 2017
Education Health Careers Camp to be offered in June Durango Herald file Students will learn about educational requirements and resources for health-related professions, and explore careers in the health… May 3, 2017
Education Native American Education Program to hold public hearing, barbecue Durango Herald file A family barbecue and potluck with lawn games, prizes and special guests will be held after the… May 2, 2017