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Join this webinar for an explanation of the Insufficient State Data or ISD rating definition and description in the performance frameworks, and provide general considerations for improvement planning. Register here to join the webinar at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 8.
The U.S. Senate Youth Program application for Colorado students is available.
The USSYP is an educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The program brings the highest-level officials from each branch of government to meet with this outstanding group of young leaders -- two high school juniors or seniors from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the Department of Defense Education Activity -- for an intensive week-long education and leadership program. For 2024, the 62nd annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is being planned for March 2–9 in Washington, D.C. Each delegate will be awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science.
High school juniors or seniors with demonstrated leadership by serving in elected or appointed positions in which they are actively representing a constituency in organizations related to student government, education, public affairs, and community service, are eligible to apply.
Applications are due on Friday, Oct. 20. Visit this link for more information on eligibility, Colorado’s selection process and application.
CDE's Student October Count team and the Postsecondary & Workforce Readiness team will hold a Collaborative webinar at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, to discuss Postsecondary Programs and Related Student Data. Click here for more information or to join this webinar, which is for both postsecondary staff and data respondents.
Join a virtual networking session on Thursday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m. for district staff that support DACs to share facilitation strategies, successes, opportunities and collaborative problem solving. There will also be a quick overview of DAC expectations by CDE staff.
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District Accountability Contacts must review and submit the Accreditation Form by Friday, Sept. 22, to sign off on school plan types and the district accreditation ratings. All request materials must be submitted by Monday, Oct. 16, if a district would like to request a change in school or district ratings. Guidance, tools, and opportunities for support are available on the accreditation and request to reconsider website.
2023 preliminary transitional frameworks were provided to District Accountability Contacts via Syncplicity. Ratings will be incorporated within the District & School Dashboard and posted to the CDE website this fall.
For questions related to Syncplicity, training support, or the Colorado growth model, email [email protected].
The Technical Advisory Panel for Longitudinal Student Growth will meet on Thursday, Aug. 31, at 1 p.m. The public meeting will be held via Zoom, the link to register is available on the TAP webpage.
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The Office of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education will host a virtual speaker series on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 4 p.m.
Catherine-Baldwin Johnson, former director of CLDE in Jefferson County Public Schools, will discuss instructional transformation for multilingual learners. The session covers best practices, passionate advocacy, empowering staff and strategic district leadership. District leaders statewide can join. Register via the link in the flyer.
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The Colorado Department of Education, in collaboration with DonorsChoose, is providing $1,000 in funding to help teachers purchase classroom supplies. Every Colorado PreK-12 public school teacher is eligible to apply for this opportunity while the $11 million in COVID-19 relief funds last. Since funding is limited, submit as soon as possible for the best chance to get your project approved.
Based on guidance from the State Board of Education, CDE will move forward with minimal revisions to the high school computer science standards.
Those interested in applying to participate on the Computer Science Standards Revision Committee should complete an application by Thursday, Aug. 31.
The Colorado Academic Standards for English language proficiency, physical education, and world languages will remain unchanged until the next revision cycle in six years.
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The U.S. Department of Education will host the Conference on Equity in Opportunity Oct. 26 and 27 in Denver. Discussion topics will include: fostering a diverse workforce in education, identifying hurdles to making a diverse workforce a reality, disseminating and amplifying promising practices and sharing information about grant funding to increase equity and access to funding opportunities.
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Join the Rural and Non-Metro Charter School Support Forum on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 4 p.m. Throughout the school year, the Schools of Choice Unit will host the Rural and Non-Metro Charter Support Forum through a six-meeting virtual series. This forum aims to provide belonging, connection, network opportunities, and best practices for rural leaders. The first forum will focus on School Finance and Chart of Accounts. Register here.
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CDE's Fall 2023 Equity Convening - Equitable Access to School Choice: School Meals, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 27, at 9 a.m.
Organized in partnership with the Colorado League of Charter Schools and the Colorado Association of Charter School Authorizers, discussion will focus on providing equitable access to school meals for all students. Register here.
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CDE's department-wide grants management system, GAINS, will launch this fall and will streamline and consolidate multiple CDE application systems and processes into a single location and system.
CDE will host in-person trainings from Tuesday, Sept. 19, to Thursday, Sept. 28, for external system users, as well as one virtual training.
Registration information for the Grand Junction event is now available on the GAINS webpage.
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Schools of Choice will host a forum to support leaders of color in the charter industry and ground them in support, learning, and problem-solving on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 10 a.m. The Schools of Choice Unit wants to invest in leaders of color to promote school and community outcomes, personal retention, student outcomes and equity and provide a space that will offer leaders of color networking and access to skills that influence change and enhance overall leadership, management, and operation of a charter school. Register at this link.
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The Office of Facility Schools seeks applicants for the State Placement Agency Seat on the Facility Schools Board. The applicant is required to represent state-level child placement agencies within Colorado.
This is for a three-year term, with monthly board meetings. Members of the board serve without compensation, except for reasonable reimbursement of expenses. Applications, including resume and cover letter, are due Friday, Sept. 15.
Applications can be emailed to Judy Stirman at [email protected].
The 2023 collection of Promising Partnership Practices is available online for schools, districts and other education organizations in Colorado to highlight how they partner with families and the community for student success.
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2023 matriculation data has been released to District Accountability Contacts via Syncplicity. All 2023 summary data will be posted on the District and School Dashboard, the Data Explorer Tool and CDE's website later this fall.
For questions related to Syncplicity, training support or the Colorado growth model, email [email protected].
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The USSYP is an educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in pursuing careers in public service. The program brings the highest-level officials from each branch of government to meet with this outstanding group of young leaders -- two high school juniors or seniors from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the Department of Defense Education Activity -- for an intensive week-long education and leadership program. For 2024, the 62nd annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is being planned for March 2–9 in Washington, D.C. Each delegate will be awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science.
High school juniors or seniors with demonstrated leadership by serving in elected or appointed positions in which they are actively representing a constituency in organizations related to student government, education, public affairs, and community service, are eligible to apply.
Applications are due on Friday, Oct. 20. Visit this link for more information on eligibility, Colorado’s selection process and application.
CCSP Call for Grant Reviewers
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Sep
06
The Schools of Choice is conducting the 2023 Colorado Charter School Program Start-up Grant Competition and needs volunteers with experience in charter schools to read and review grant applications. This program provides grant funds and technical assistance for up to four years to new and expanding charter schools. Click on this link to learn more about the CCSP Grant and upcoming competition or email inquiries to [email protected].
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Preliminary Frameworks Released
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Aug
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For questions related to Syncplicity, training support, or the Colorado growth model, email [email protected].
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Catherine-Baldwin Johnson, former director of CLDE in Jefferson County Public Schools, will discuss instructional transformation for multilingual learners. The session covers best practices, passionate advocacy, empowering staff and strategic district leadership. District leaders statewide can join. Register via the link in the flyer.
Click Here for Additional Information
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Those interested in applying to participate on the Computer Science Standards Revision Committee should complete an application by Thursday, Aug. 31.
The Colorado Academic Standards for English language proficiency, physical education, and world languages will remain unchanged until the next revision cycle in six years.
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View this email in your browser Wednesday, August 30, 2023 ** Action Item This Week in The Scoop Accountability & Improvement Learning & Results News & Notes Schools of Choice Standards & Assessments Accountability & Improvement District Accountabi
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Organized in partnership with the Colorado League of Charter Schools and the Colorado Association of Charter School Authorizers, discussion will focus on providing equitable access to school meals for all students. Register here.
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Register to Attend Training Opportunities for CDE's New Grants Management System
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CDE will host in-person trainings from Tuesday, Sept. 19, to Thursday, Sept. 28, for external system users, as well as one virtual training.
Registration information for the Grand Junction event is now available on the GAINS webpage.
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Aug
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The Early Childhood Career Navigation Team will offer a virtual information session alongside TEACH Colorado on the fourth Tuesday of every month. Upcoming sessions are on:
- Aug. 24 4 p.m.
- Sept. 28 4 p.m.
- Oct. 26 4 p.m.
Participants will learn about steps to become an early childhood teacher, tips on choosing a personalized pathway and career and financial support opportunities. There will also be a Q&A session hosted by early childhood career advisors.
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This is for a three-year term, with monthly board meetings. Members of the board serve without compensation, except for reasonable reimbursement of expenses. Applications, including resume and cover letter, are due Friday, Sept. 15.
Applications can be emailed to Judy Stirman at [email protected].
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Matriculation Data Released
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Aug
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For questions related to Syncplicity, training support or the Colorado growth model, email [email protected].