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5 Tips for Acing Back-to-School Prep
Back to school is around the corner (rather, the next page over on the calendar). In addition to shopping for school supplies and crossing off the rest of your family’s summer bucket list items, there are a few things you can do to smooth the back-to-school transition.
The Roots Of Lifelong Learning Habits Start In Kindergarten
There are simple ways to ensure that your child’s first days in kindergarten will establish strong habits for learning, growth and fun.
Building Bridges: Forging Lasting Bonds Within Your Child’s Private School Community
Whether you chaperone a field trip or help with a Halloween celebration, “Each act of volunteerism allows the parents to view a slice of their child’s life, make friendships in the community, and feel gratitude for the many wonderful gifts that their children are receiving.”
Navigating Preschool
While every kid has their own needs, strengths and challenges, early education specialists from across Boulder County have tips for ensuring that preschool is a success for all kinds of learners.
World View for Students With the International Baccalaureate Program
The International Baccalaureate is an important part of the middle school program at Boulder County Day School.
Charter Schools Chalk Up Academic Options
Students opting for a charter school often get a more rigorous, focused education that gives them extras in anything from technology to art or math.
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Religious School Investment
For devout families, there are profound benefits to religious school education, and those benefits are even greater when parents are participatory and engaged.
Unique Opportunities to Help Support Area Students
A few organizations are already in full swing getting ready for the year in the hopes of helping those a little less fortunate get a quality education. Among others these include Impact on Education, a nonprofit foundation supporting Boulder Valley public schools; A Precious Child in Broomfield, supporting children across the Denver Metro area; and the Longmont Dairy’s Milk Caps for Mooola program, supporting more than 400 schools within the company’s delivery area.
Getting Involved: Extracurricular Activities Are Not Just Fun and Games
Extracurricular activities offer so much more for kids than just something to do after school.
10 Awesome Extracurricular Activities to Get Your Child Involved In This Fall
Boulder County has an incredible lineup of awesome extracurriculars that stretch the mind, strengthen the body and connect with the natural world.
For a Comprehensive Education: Think Globally, Act Locally
At Colorado’s International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, whole-world perspective enriches the whole child.
Back in the Groove : Tips on Returning to the Classroom
As schools prepare to receive students for a fresh start to learning, there are several ways parents can help their kids tap into their unique learning rhythm.
Fun Tips for Building Preschool and Kindergarten Readiness
Summer solstice has passed, and you know that means: it’s time for back-to-school. As a parent, there is a lot you can do between now and the first day of school to help set them up for a strong, comfortable transition and year.
Super Simple Ways Kids Can Help Conserve Energy
Here are some easy ways kids can do their part and help keep your energy costs down at home, courtesy of Longmont Power & Communication.
A Welcoming Environment for Kids on Autism Spectrum
The staff at Temple Grandin School use a socio-academic approach that blends a social lens with an academic lens to foster comprehensive learning.
Local Nonprofits Fill in the Gaps for Students, Families
Local nonprofits are filling in the gaps to make sure students get the resources they need for school and life success.
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From the Superintendent: Boulder Valley School District
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From the Superintendent: St. Vrain Valley School District
Accelerating student achievement and success We have much to celebrate in the St. Vrain Valley community, and I want to extend my gratitude for your continued partnership and support in advancing our students and schools. As we prepare to return for the 2023-2024...
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Thriving students lead to thriving futures In Adams 12 Five Star Schools, we know if our students are thriving in school, they’re more likely to thrive after they graduate. ELEVATE, our strategic plan, serves as a road map for creating and sustaining an environment in...
Raised in the Rockies – School Choice 2023
Raised in the Rockies School Choice Guide: Choosing the right school for your child is essential; Your journey starts here.
Covering Boulder and Broomfield Counties.
Raised in the Rockies – Back to School 2023
Raised in the Rockies – Fall 2023 Back to School Guide for Parents and Families in Boulder, Longmont, Broomfield and surrounding communities.
Raised in the Rockies – Summer/Camps 2023
The 2023 Raised in the Rockies Summer/Camp Edition is a go-to resource for summer and summer camps in Boulder County and Northern Colorado.
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