FEB 11
2016

 
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FEATURE STORIES
Over the next two months, we are hitting the road and touring classrooms all over Douglas County! What will we learn?    Read more

Douglas County School District's second open enrollment window starts on February 15 and is another chance for families to request open enrollment at a school of their choice. Read more
Even if there have been cold temperatures and a pond or lake looks solid, it can be extremely hard to tell, from the surface, whether the ice is sturdy. The Risk Reduction Specialist at South Metro Fire Rescue Authority provides ice safety tips here. Read more
How do drugs affect the teen brain differently than the adult brain? What drugs are available to teens and how are they getting their hands on them?
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The awards celebrate, recognize and honor Douglas County youth aged 13-19 who have overcome, or are overcoming, some type of adversity and who have created positive change in their lives. Read more
The Forum, held February 9, included information on DCSD's Master Capital Plan, a Q&A on DCSD's budget, as well as a presentation by a Colorado Department of Education representative on the origins and roles of the District Accountability Committee and School Accountability Committees. 

The next Board of Education meeting is on Tuesday, February 16 beginning at 6:00 pm in the Wilcox building (620 Wilcox St., Castle Rock). The meeting will also be Livestreamed.
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POINTS OF PRIDE
On February 3, DCSD senior athletes signed letters of intent to commit to their college of choice to continue their athletic careers and enjoy a great academic fit to pursue a college degree.  Read more

16 finalists have been chosen to perform for the Stars of Tomorrow Talent Show. 


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DCSD IN THE NEWS
The Legend High School Titan Marching Band traveled to London to march in the 30th Annual London New Year's Day Parade. Read more
Mountain Vista star soccer player Mallory Pugh is once again adding to her already impressive resume, being named to the U.S. Women's National Team Olympic qualifying roster. Watch
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Students across DCSD wore their orange and cheered on the Broncos as a community last Friday. Mesa Middle School students posed for the above photo.
View more photos here