Archived News 2018

Ready for Launch
12/19/2018
Jeffco high school students witness the successful blastoff of their microgravity experiment after winning a Marvel competition.
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The Mount Carbon Kindies
12/12/2018
Two kindergarten teachers share their secrets for success.
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IB Times Three: Alameda International Jr./Sr.’s IB Programmes Set Students on a Path for Success
12/12/2018
Alameda Jr./Sr. High School finds success by taking a three-pronged approach to International Baccalaureate learning.
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What's Happening with 5A & 5B Funds? A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
12/07/2018
Superintendent Dr. Glass discusses the district's plans for spending 5A and 5B funds.
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Lakewood High School Students Excel in Writing Competition
12/03/2018
Lakewood High School students excel in the 8th Annual Dr. Howard F. Beckley Writing Competition.
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Jeffco Public Schools Supports Action Center on Thanksgiving
12/03/2018
Jeffco Public Schools students and staff support the Action Center’s Thanksgiving dinner box project.
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Green Mountain Elementary Food Services Staffers Recognized
12/03/2018
Green Mountain Elementary food services staffers recognized by Jeffco FNS and the Sustainable Green Mountain Neighborhood.
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Summit Ridge Students Collect Canned Good & Winter Clothing to Support Community
12/03/2018
Summit Ridge Middle Schools students collect canned goods and winter clothing for the community.
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Parmalee Elementary first-graders held its annual food drive to benefit EChO food bank in Evergreen.
12/03/2018
Parmalee Elementary first-graders held its annual food drive to benefit EChO food bank in Evergreen.
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Two Roads Charter School Hosts “Fun Run”
12/03/2018
Two Roads Charter School hosted its first-ever “Fun Run.”
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Kendrick Lakes Celebrate 2018 Blue Ribbon
12/03/2018
Kendrick Lakes Elementary celebrates their 2018 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence award.
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Prospect Valley Elementary Student Spreads Kindness
12/03/2018
Prospect Valley Elementary fifth-grader Lily Johnson leads initiative to spread kindness at her school.
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Bryan Wickoren named 2019 Adapted P.E. Teacher of the Year
12/03/2018
Bryan Wickoren named 2019 Adapted P.E. Teacher of the Year by the Central District Society of Health And Physical Educators (SHAPE).
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Rusty Owston
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Ron Woitalewicz
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Maxlene Augustin
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Lisa Ragon
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Adrena Rocha
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Kenneth Godoy
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Isaac Mohr
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Amos Baca
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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Jeffco Hero Awards: Kym O'Donnell
11/30/2018
Jeffco Schools Foundation honors Jeffco Public Schools students and teachers of extraordinary character, leadership, and strength.
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The Results of the 2018 Election are Finally In: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
11/16/2018
The results of the 2018 election are finally in and they mean improved opportunities for students, better pay for our educators and staff, and improved buildings in Jeffco!
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Jeffco Public Schools Supports Vape-Free November in Colorado
11/13/2018
On November 2, Governor John Hickenlooper proclaimed November as “Vape-Free November” to bring attention to Colorado’s teen vaping crisis and highlight several statewide strategies to combat youth use of e-cigarettes.
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Hackberry Hill Hosts Free Clothing Swap & Shop
11/12/2018
Hackberry Hill Elementary had their first ever free Clothing Swap & Shop.
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Mt. Carbon Students Participate in Heartland Hero Essay Contest
11/12/2018
This past month, Mount Carbon 5th grade students participated in the Heartland Hero Essay Contest.
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Jeffco Schools Participate in Fuel Up to Play 60
11/12/2018
Many Jeffco schools participate in the Fuel Up to Play 60 program to encourage healthy eating and activity.
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Dennison Elementary Earns Library Summer Reading Champion Award
10/26/2018
Dennison Elementary students earned the Jefferson County Public Library’s Elementary Summer Reading Champion Award
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Bear Creek High School Theatre Company Recognized by Rocky Mountain PBS
10/26/2018
Bear Creek High School Theatre Company featured in a Rocky Mountain PBS story.
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Dutch Creek Elementary Collaborates with Clyfford Still Museum
10/26/2018
Dutch Creek Elementary students and teachers collaborated with the Clyford Still Museum to create a private evening gallery visit at the Museum.
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Jeffco Educators Recognized by CABE
10/26/2018
The Colorado Association of Bilingual Educators (CABE) named Molhom Elementary instructional assistant Diana Guevara Mondragon the 2018 Instructional Assistant of the Year and ESL/Dual Language Director Catherine Baldwin-Johnson the 2018 Educational Leader of the Year.
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Pomona & Ralston Valley High Schools are CLEAR Award Winners
10/26/2018
Pomona High School and Ralston Valley High School were honored as CLEAR Award winners by the Colorado Congress of Foreign Language Teachers.
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Kyffin Elementary Hosts Bike Rodeo
10/26/2018
Kyffin Elementary partnered with Jeffco Sherriff’s Office, Jeffco Security, and SCL Health Lutheran Medical Center to host a Bike Rodeo.
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Bear Creek High School Teacher Named Colorado Bioscience Association Teacher of the Year
10/26/2018
Bear Creek High School science teacher Shanna Atzmiller named Colorado Bioscience Association Teacher of the Year.
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Future Funding: Warren Tech South
10/24/2018
As Jeffco voters prepare to make future funding decisions for the district, JPS-TV is airing this three-part series to provide some context. In Part Three, Jeffco Public Schools Multimedia Journalist Jack Maher looks at the possibility of adding a third Warren Tech campus to alleviate class waits and provide new training options for students.
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Future Funding: Growing Pains
10/22/2018
As Jeffco voters prepare to make future funding decisions for the district, JPS-TV is airing this three-part series to provide some context. In Part Two, Jeffco Public Schools Multimedia Journalist Jack Maher looks at the challenges the district has in keeping up with an expanding population in North Arvada.
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A Closer Look at the Mill Levy Override - Ballot Question 5A: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Jason Glass
10/19/2018
Dr. Glass discusses ballot question 5a, the #33 million mill levy override.
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Future Funding: The Rose Stein Effect
10/17/2018
As Jeffco voters prepare to make future funding decisions for the district, JPS-TV is airing this three-part series to provide some context. In Part One, Jeffco Public Schools Multimedia Journalist Jack Maher looks at what's involved in renovating older schools.
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Wilmot Elementary’s Green Team Superheroes Recognized by Eco Schools USA
10/17/2018
Wilmot Elementary’s Green Team Superheroes for achieving the Eco Schools USA Bronze Award.
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Sustainability Planning & Action in Jeffco
10/17/2018
At the student and district level, implementing environmentally responsible tactics help save the planet and money.
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Jeffco Schools & Initiatives Recognized as CDE Family Engagement Promising Practices
10/15/2018
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Student-Reporters Featured in October Colorado Kids
10/15/2018
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Jefferson County Charter Schools Consortium Earns A+ Advocate Award
10/15/2018
The Colorado League of Charter Schools awarded the Jefferson County Charter Schools Consortium (JCSC) the A+ Advocate Award.
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Operation Surprise
10/11/2018
A U.S. Marine on leave springs a homecoming surprise on his two younger brothers at a Jeffco elementary school.
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Hippy with a "Y"
10/11/2018
A Jeffco program with a catchy nickname is helping parents get ready to send their children off to school for the very first time.
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Digging Into the Bond - Ballot Question 5B: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
10/05/2018
Dr. Glass discusses ballot question 5B, the $569 million bond.
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Jeffco Public Schools Creates Food & Nutrition Task Force
10/05/2018
The task force will examine current and best/next practices in providing healthy and nutritious meals for our students, as well as sustainable practices when it comes to waste.
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Ute Meadows Student an American Ninja Warrior Junior
10/01/2018
Ute Meadows Elementary 4th-grader Kaden Forsha is an American Ninja Warrior Junior.
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Green Mountain High School Wins Succeeds Prize
10/01/2018
Green Mountain High School won the $15,000 Succeeds Prize for Excellence in Education Innovation.
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Bell Middle School Students Tackle Energy Savings & Sustainability
10/01/2018
Bell Middle School 8th grade iSTEM students are using the Paris Climate Accord to frame their fall PBL.
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The Flutist
09/27/2018
A talented Golden High School graduate describes a musical journey that has taken her from humble grade school beginnings to concert halls.
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The Queen of Foster Elementary
09/27/2018
A beloved Jeffco paraprofessional marks more than 50 years at her school.
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A Meeting with The Mayor: Part Two
09/25/2018
Senior Field Studies students at Bear Creek High School see the fruition of weeks of effort as part of the urban portion of their semester-long experience.
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A Meeting with the Mayor: Part One
09/25/2018
Bear Creek High School students earn some hard-won lessons as part of the urban portion of their Senior Field Studies program.
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Preparing Students for Their Futures Through Authentic Learning & CTE: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
09/21/2018
Superintendent Dr. Glass discusses the importance of preparing our students for the workforce through authentic learning and career/technical education.
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Shelton Elementary Teacher Receives Grant from Voya's Unsung Heroes Competition
09/17/2018
Through the Voya Unsung Heroes program, Voya Financial awards grants to K-12 educators nationwide.
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Westgate Parent Honored by Lakewood Mayor
09/17/2018
Westgate Elementary parent Beth Parker received the Lakewood Mayor’s Inspiration Award.
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Bear Creek High School's Kelly Cvanciger a 2018 Colorado Teacher of the Year Finalist
09/17/2018
Cvanciger has taught several subjects at Bear Creek since 2002.
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Twenty-Three Jeffco National Merit Semifinalists, Six from D’Evelyn Jr./Sr. High School
09/17/2018
The semifinalist recognition received by these outstanding students reflects their intellect, work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
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The All-Terrain Learner
09/13/2018
A Jeffco sixth-grader with a movement disorder experiences Outdoor Lab thanks to a determined team effort.
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Jeffco Public Schools Ballot Questions: A Message from Dr. Glass
09/07/2018
Superintendent Dr. Glass discusses the bond and mill levy override ballot language.
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Green Mountain High School Hosted the 10th Annual Ram Run 5K Run/Walk
08/30/2018
A community-building event that involved Lakewood businesses, local sponsors, and the Green Mountain area feeder schools.
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Title I's FSP Kicked-Off the School Year with a Family Picnic
08/30/2018
Families, engagement liaisons, and principals at the 32 Title I schools celebrated the new school year.
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The Bulldog Builders
08/29/2018
Arvada High School partners with Warren Tech to offer students a direct track into the construction trade.
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Outdoor Lab Foundation and Alameda Alumni Present Donation to Lakewood Elementary Schools
08/23/2018
The Outdoor Lab Foundation and Alameda High School Class of 1968 presented a donation to Lakewood elementary schools, helping fund Outdoor Lab tuition for students in need.
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Everitt Middle School P.E. Teacher Named SHAPE P.E. Teacher of the Year
08/23/2018
Everitt Middle School P.E. teacher honored as the Middle School P.E. Teacher of the Year by SHAPE (Society of Health and Physical Educators).
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Green Mountain High School Cross Country Celebrates 45 Years of Excellence
08/23/2018
The Green Mountain High School Cross Country program celebrated 45 years of excellence with a new tradition, the GMXC Hall of Fame.
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Jeffco Election Questions Take Shape: A Message from Dr. Jason Glass
08/17/2018
Dr. Jason Glass discusses the district leadership's proposal for a possible bond and mill levy.
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Madhvi the Advocate
08/16/2018
A Jeffco third-grader takes action on her concerns about environmental damage from plastics and Styrofoam.
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Facilities & Construction Had a Busy Summer
08/14/2018
While most of us were enjoying our downtime over the summer, the facilities and construction departments were busy tackling projects at 70 percent of our schools.
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Bear Creek High School Theatre Company in the Limelight
08/14/2018
Bear Creek Theatre Company partnered with The Denver Center for the Performing Arts and the Tony Award®-winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen"
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Ralston Valley High School Student Wins Video Challenge Award
08/13/2018
Ayla Charness decided to enter a state-wide video competition for cancer awareness offered by Catch it in Time to reach out to others.
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Creighton Middle School Receives Alliance Project Grant for 2018-19
08/13/2018
Creighton Middle School was selected for the 2018-19 school year to participate in the Alliance Project Grant, along with their partner school Slater Elementary.
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Camp Tiger Claw
08/06/2018
The Thompson Elementary Tigers launched into summer with a two-day extravaganza of creative ideas to try at home.
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A Place to Grow
08/01/2018
Compass Montessori Golden operates a student-run farm as part of its educational mission.
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Who Put that Lake on Our Lawn?
07/25/2018
Sobesky Academy organized a special day of adventures to help keep students focused and motivated.
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No, Not a Rodeo, a ROADeo
07/17/2018
Jeffco school bus drivers put their skills to the ultimate test.
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In Search of Ancient Traces Part Two
07/12/2018
Jeffco students entrusted with a surface archaeology project on sacred Navajo land make a surprising discovery.
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In Search of Ancient Traces Part One
07/10/2018
Jeffco students travel to the Four Corners region to help document the lives of canyon dwellers through the ages.
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Team Cleaning
07/10/2018
It seems the best way to give Jeffco school buildings a good summer scrubbing is to take a strength in numbers approach.
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Outdoor Lab Foundation Selected Best Nonprofit in Lakewood Area
06/28/2018
The Outdoor Lab Foundation, who supports sustains and advocates for the Outdoor Lab program, a 61-year rite of passage in the Jefferson County community with over 385,000 alumni, was voted by readers of Colorado Community Media 2018 best nonprofit in the Arvada area.
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The Learning Lab
06/11/2018
Jeffco's professional teaching model includes opportunities for educators to see their peers in action.
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The GT Whiz Kids
06/11/2018
Prospect Valley Elementary GT students are challenged and guided by a dedicated tutor.
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Survey Says: A Message from the Superintendent
06/01/2018
Survey Says: Jeffco Community Members & Employees Support Direction & Potential Election Questions
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E-Cigarettes & Teens: What You Should Know
06/01/2018
E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco product among youth in the U.S., which is concerning for many reasons.
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Welcome to Our New Principals
05/31/2018
Congratulations and welcome to our new principals for the 2018-19 school year!
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Sobesky Academy Adventure Day
05/25/2018
Sobesky Academy held their second annual Adventure Day
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Jeffco Public Schools Wins Four PTA National Reflections Contest Awards
05/25/2018
Congratulations to the PTA National Reflections contest winners!
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Swanson Elementary's Fun with Flags
05/25/2018
Swanson Elementary celebrated the completion of a very special community project.
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Free Horizon Montessori Celebrates International Walk to School Day
05/25/2018
Free Horizon Montessori joined schools from around the world to celebrate International Walk to School Day on May 9.
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Another Successful Year
05/18/2018
A message from Superintendent Dr. Jason Glass
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The Proof of Perseverance
05/17/2018
Two Jeffco schools that focus on educating students with special needs host an art show at the Lakewood Cultural Center.
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The Robot Olympians
05/15/2018
Elementary students across Jeffco come together for a robotics scrimmage.
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Mandalay Middle School Students Host Humanities Fair
05/10/2018
The eighth grade language arts class at Mandalay Middle School held a Humanities Fair.
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Deer Creek Middle School Students Competed in the 2018 KidWind Challenge
05/10/2018
Deer Creek Middle School students competed in the 2018 KidWind Challenge in Chicago.
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Class of 2018 Boettcher Foundation Scholars Includes Two Jeffco Seniors
05/10/2018
The Boettcher Foundation announced its 2018 Class of Boettcher Scholars, including two Jeffco seniors.
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Edgewater Elementary Students Competed in State Stock Market Game Year-Long Challenge
05/10/2018
Edgewater Elementary students won first place in the State of Colorado Middle School Stock Market Game Year-Long Challenge and the SIFMA Foundation.
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Indian Education Community Liaison Named 2017-18 ACT College & Career Readiness Champion
05/10/2018
Katherine Flecksing, Indian Education community liaison, was named a 2017-2018 ACT College and Career Readiness Champion for the K-12 professional category.
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Bear Creek High School Teacher Nominated for Harris History Teacher Award
05/10/2018
Kelly Cvanciger of Bear Creek High School was nominated for the Harris History Teacher Award by the University of Colorado Denver, administrator of the National History Day (NHD) program in Colorado.
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West Jefferson Middle School Students Team Up with Weston Snowboards & National Forest Foundation
05/10/2018
West Jefferson Middle School computer teacher Jason Wooldridge had his eighth-grade graphic design class team up with Weston Snowboards and the National Forest Foundation.
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A Lakewood Student's FIRST Robotics Team Took Second Place at World Championship
05/10/2018
Lakewood High School student Jocelyn Holman, took second place with her team at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Houston.
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Warren Tech's Second Annual Arson Investigation a Great Success
05/10/2018
Warren Tech fire science, criminal justice, forensic science, and building trades students team up with fire investigators, Rob Sprenkle and Mark Campbell, to get some real-world experience in arson crime scene investigation.
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Swanson Elementary's Band of Colts Performed at the Denver Art Museum's Dia del Nino
05/10/2018
Swanson Elementary's modern rock band, Band of Colts, got the audience's toes tapping at the Denver Art Museum's celebration of all children, Dia del Nino.
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Conifer High Schools DECA Chapter Excels at National Competition
05/10/2018
Conifer High School's DECA Chapter competed with 18,000 other DECA students from around the globe in the International Career Development Conference.
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Leawood Students Participate in Choice Learning Day
05/10/2018
Leawood Elementary enjoyed a choice learning day where they took part in authentic, meaningful, and engaging projects tied to the curriculum at each grade level.
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North Arvada Middle School Took First Place at SeaPerch Competition
05/10/2018
The North Arvada Middle School chapter of the Technology Student Association won first place in the inaugural state-level SeaPerch competition, held in conjunction with the Colorado TSA.
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Wish for Wheels At it Again at Vivian Elementary
05/10/2018
Every second-grade student at Vivian Elementary School received a bike and helmet!
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Everitt Middle School & Stevens Elementary Students Demonstrate Virtual Reality Use in Space Exploration
05/10/2018
A team of engineers from the CU visited with GT students at both Everitt Middle School and Stevens Elementary to demonstrate how augmented virtual reality is used in space exploration!
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Witt STEM Elementary Celebrated Kindness
05/10/2018
Witt STEM Elementary had an opportunity to celebrate kindness with two of their current students and a teacher from 32 years ago.
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Alameda International Jr./Sr. High School Students Compete in Test of Engineering Aptitude
05/10/2018
Alameda Jr./Sr. High School students competed in the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers 2018 Technology Student Association Test of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics & Science.
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Jeffco Track Stars Shine Before State Meet
05/10/2018
Pomona High School senior Ryan Marquez and Standley Lake High School junior Tyler Williams excel on the track.
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Franky the Fashionista
05/10/2018
A Jeffco art teacher looks back on the humble beginnings of a student fashion show he helped launch that has now grown to international proportions.
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Special Delivery at Green Mountain Elementary
05/10/2018
Jeffco first graders deliver some spring kindness to the neighborhoods surrounding their school.
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Reflections from a Grateful Superintendent: A Message from Dr. Glass
05/04/2018
Dr. Glass looks back on his first year as Superintendent.
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Wheat Ridge STEM Received New Horizon Award
04/30/2018
The Wheat Ridge High School STEM program received the New Horizon Award from the Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation.
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Author Conducts Workshops at Green Gables
04/30/2018
Author Gary Hogg (of Charlie Bacon fame) conducted workshops with Green Gables Elementary students.
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17th Annual AWRSAY Recognition Ceremony
04/30/2018
Pomona High School hosted the 17th Annual AWRSAY Recognition Ceremony.
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Standley Lake Students Perform at Comedy Sportz
04/30/2018
Standley Lake High School students participated in the first-ever High School League at Comedy Sportz.
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JA Secondary Principal a CU Outstanding Educator
04/30/2018
Jefferson Academy Secondary Principal selected as a 2018 University of Colorado Boulder’s Outstanding Colorado Educator
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Lakewood Students Headed to Helmerich School of Drama
04/30/2018
Lakewood High School Theatre Company students headed to the University of Oklahoma’s highly-selective Helmerich School of Drama.
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Shelton Elementary Named a 2018 Healthy School Champion
04/30/2018
Shelton Elementary was named a 2018 Healthy School Champion
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The Deadline Artists
04/24/2018
Lakewood High School's Tiger TV is giving students the opportunity to experience the world of broadcast news.
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The Braillist
04/24/2018
There's a Jeffco employee who works hard to make sure the students she serves have everything they need for their learning journeys.
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School Funding for 2018-19 - Part 2: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
04/20/2018
Dr. Glass looks ahead to the fall ballot and beyond for what may be on the horizon for K-12 public school funding.
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We Are Columbine
04/19/2018
Students and staff at Columbine High explain what Rebel pride means to them.
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Built to Last
04/13/2018
Warren Tech students help complete a concrete walkway and outdoor learning space with guidance from Baker Concrete Construction.
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Pomona High School Junior a Musical Marvel
04/12/2018
The Pomona junior was named to the Jeffco All-County High School Band, All-State Orchestra, All-State Band, and 2018 University of Colorado Honor High School Band.
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West Jefferson Middle School Teacher Receives Jeffco PTA Crystal Apple Award
04/11/2018
West Jefferson Middle School instrumental music teacher Laura Garrison received the Jeffco PTA Crystal Apple Teacher of the Year Award.
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Bell Middle School Girls in STEM Club Host Hackathon
04/11/2018
The Bell Middle School Girls in STEM Club, sponsored by Jen Flores and Jen Bates, hosted their first annual Hackathon.
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Stevens & Prospect Valley Compete in Paper Airplane Challenge
04/11/2018
Stevens Elementary and Prospect Valley Elementary were challenged by local realtor Guy Nahmiach to bring their best flight teams and compete in a paper airplane contest.
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The Honor Roll at Fitzmorris Elementary
04/06/2018
A Jeffco elementary school celebrates its students who are meeting or exceeding academic standards and more.
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School Funding for 2018-19: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
04/06/2018
Dr. Glass addresses short and long-range budget considerations in Jeffco Public Schools.
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Receiving Messaging & Info From Jeffco Public Schools: You Can Manage Your Preferences
04/06/2018
You can control how and where you receive communications from us in your JeffcoConnect account.
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Jeffco's 21st Century Virtual Academy Offers Engaging Online Option for Students
04/06/2018
Jeffco Public School's 21st Century Virtual Academy (JVA) is an option school with many exciting and engaging online course offerings available to all Jeffco students at no cost.
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Radio Personality Hal Moore Shares Experience with Green Mountain High School Students
04/02/2018
Clint Boston and the students of the History and Social Impact of Rock and Roll class at Green Mountain High School asked a radio legend to stop by and share his story.
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Lawrence Elementary Hosts International Night
04/02/2018
Sixth-graders prepared each activity room based on their social studies content.
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Mitchell Elementary Student and School of Mines Student Speak Common Language: Math
04/02/2018
Student Daniel Xia is still learning English but engages in animated discussions about advanced math concepts with School of Mines Student Fritz Hilbirk.
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Warren Tech Students Participate in ROCK Week
04/02/2018
Baker Concrete Construction donated their time and resources to teach a week-long course, ROCK Week, at Warren Tech.
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North Arvada Middle School's Technology Students Association Excels at State Conference
04/02/2018
Students took home 21 medals!
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Rose Stein International Elementary Takes Top Awards at VEX Robotics Qualifying Competition
04/02/2018
Teams took first and second place, as well as the Judge’s Award.
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Taking the Next Steps on School Safety
03/16/2018
A Message from Superintendent Dr. Jason Glass
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A Lesson in Hydroponics at Bradford K-8
03/14/2018
Bradford K-8 students grow and sell produce at their own farmer's market.
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The Little Yogis at Patterson International Elementary
03/14/2018
Students participate in an afternoon yoga club.
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Lincoln Academy Charter School Celebrates 20th Anniversary
03/09/2018
Lincoln Academy Charter School celebrated 20 years of educating with excellence.
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Two Jeffco Middle School 'Shrek the Musical, Jr.' Productions Join Forces
03/09/2018
Carmody and Dunstan middle schools’ productions of ‘Shrek the Musical, Jr.’ joined forces to collaborate and learn from each other.
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North Arvada Middle School Students Host Traffic Safety Program
03/09/2018
North Arvada Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences students held a traffic safety program.
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Arvada High School Principal Selected for 2017 Image Award
03/09/2018
Arvada High School Principal Gina Rivas selected as the 2017 Image Award Winner by the Arvada Chamber of Commerce.
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Green Mountain High School Students Experience Google Expeditions Augmented Reality Pioneer Program
03/09/2018
Green Mountain High School biology, geography, U.S. history, and geometry students experience Google Expeditions Augmented Reality Pioneer Program.
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Jeffco Mascots Join Mines Mascot Madness
03/09/2018
Jeffco mascots joined Mines Mascot Madness at the Colorado School of Mines men’s basketball game.
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Green Mountain High School Track & Cross Country Students Show Support for Parkland Florida
03/09/2018
Green Mountain High School track and cross country runners run to show support for lives lost at Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.
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Pomona High School PAH Students Showcase Latest Projects
03/09/2018
Pomona High School PAH (Pomona Arts and Humanities) students showcased their latest projects at their monthly meeting.
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Arvada West High School Agriculture Students Participate in Colorado Garden & Home Show
03/09/2018
Arvada West High School agriculture students designed this year’s student garden at the Colorado Garden & Home Show.
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Are You Sure This Is a School Play?
03/06/2018
Mortensen Elementary is getting a reputation for applying professional polish to student productions like “The Little Mermaid” thanks to a dedicated team of school staffers and volunteers.
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The Rebirth of Rose Stein
03/06/2018
Rose Stein International Elementary is bringing back the school's strong tradition after a two-year closure and remodel.
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Ataraxia
03/06/2018
The Standley Lake High School community commissions a special piece of music to honor a beloved student with a life-threatening disorder.
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Keeping Jeffco Kids Safe: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
03/02/2018
Dr. Glass discusses measures Jeffco Public Schools takes to keep our students safe.
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Rose Stein International Elementary Principal a Finalist for National Distinguished Principal Award
02/28/2018
Esther Valdez, principal at Rose Stein International Elementary, was one of four finalists for the Colorado Association of School Executives National Distinguished Principal Award!
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Coronado Elementary Spread the Love with Service Projects
02/28/2018
Instead of classroom parties, every grade level at Coronado Elementary completed a service project to spread the love outside the school!
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Stony Creek Elementary Freshened-Up Their Incentive System with an Olympic Theme
02/28/2018
As part of the PBIS system at Stony Creek Elementary, the Culture and Climate Committee decided to freshen-up the incentive system for February.
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Green Mountain High School's Coach Boston a Finalist for Varsity Brands School Spirit Award
02/28/2018
Cross country and track coach Clint Boston is one of 12 finalists in the nation for the Varsity Brands School Spirit Award!
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Bell Middle School Sixth-Graders Held "Ted Talks" on Important Issues
02/28/2018
Sixth-grade language arts classes conducted research on important issues about which they are passionate, then gave “Ted Talks.”
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Brady High School & Parmalee Elementary School Secretaries Nominated for National Award
02/28/2018
Brady High School secretary Janet Patton and Parmalee Elementary School enrollment secretary Jodi Rueschhoff have been nominated for the 2017-18 National LifeChanger of the Year Award.
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Mandalay Middle School Students "Speed Date" Books
02/28/2018
Students got a chance to "speed date" with various books in the LMC.
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Swanson Elementary Students Bring Smiles to Life Care Center of Westminster
02/28/2018
Students delivered stuffed animals and Valentine's notes to residents at the center.
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Chatfield High School's Green Machine Sent to ISS
02/28/2018
An engineering experiment students developed sent to International Space Station
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The Rebels & Rolina
02/27/2018
Columbine High Schools Establishes Strong Ties with Tanzanian Orphanage
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Sam the Man: Thomson Elementary Students Get Unique Music Education
02/26/2018
Music teacher Sam Goodman gives his students music education opportunities he wished he had in school.
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February Update on Board Actions from President Ron Mitchell
02/26/2018
A message from Board of Education President Ron Mitchell.
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A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass on School Safety
02/26/2018
Dr. Glass discusses potential solutions on school violence.
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Transforming Student Task: A Message from Superintendent Dr. Glass
02/16/2018
Dr. Glass explains what transforming student task looks like and how we can do it.
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The History Lesson
02/13/2018
Lakewood High School Students Learn a Lesser Known World War II Story
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Scholarship Tips: Get Your College Tuition Paid
02/13/2018
Did you know that thousands of scholarships dollars that go unused each year? Do you know where to find these scholarships?
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Talking Dollars & Sense with Superintendent Dr. Glass
02/13/2018
Jeffco Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jason Glass will be facilitating four community conversations about school district finances.
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Est. 1900: Arvada High School's Deep Roots
02/12/2018
A Jeffco high school with deep roots and a colorful past re-tools itself for 21st-century learning.
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Mountain Phoenix Community School Installs New Playground After Long Fundraising Effort
02/08/2018
Mountain Phoenix Community School recently installed a new playground. It took five years of fundraising by the MPCS Foundation, the school's non-profit fundraising entity, to gather the needed funds.
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Ralston Valley High School Hosts Make-A-Wish® Fundraiser
02/08/2018
Ralston Valley High School students and Principal Gavan Goodrich kissed a llama as part of their Make-A-Wish® fundraiser for two-year-old Porter.
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Mitchell Elementary Third-Graders Working Hard to Determine, “What Shapes Golden?”
02/08/2018
Mitchell Elementary third-graders are working hard to determine, “What Shapes Golden?”
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Warren Tech Nurse Aide Student Puts Training Into Action
02/08/2018
Warren Tech Introduction to Nurse Aide program student Caden Crosby used his training in a real-life situation to save someone choking in the cafeteria.
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More Grads and Fewer Dropouts in Jeffco
01/24/2018
More students are staying in school, and more students are graduating/completing their K-12 education.
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The Facts of Flu and Daily Preventive Actions You Can Take
01/22/2018
Some tips on preventing the flu and what you can do if you get it, from Jeffco's Health Services Department.
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