CDE will be closed on Monday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday.
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News, Timely Information & Important Dates
Attend a virtual Statewide Career Open House
CDE will participate in the Statewide Career Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 23. The event is hosted in partnership with the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment and will be available via the Premier Virtual platform.
Time is running out for teachers to complete evidence-based reading training
Colorado’s educators who teach literacy to K-3 students must complete the training by Monday, Aug. 1. Teachers must submit proof that they completed their evidence-based training in teaching reading by Monday, Aug. 15.
Updated School Safety and Crisis Resources available
CDE has compiled resources to help schools, parents and students dealing with the emotional trauma of violent events and who are seeking information on how to create safe school environments.
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April 29, 2022
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