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La Plata County, Archuleta County, Dolores County, Montezuma County, San Juan County

Counties Served: La Plata County, Archuleta County, Dolores County, Montezuma County, San Juan County
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Read Our Stories where we celebrate the vibrant tapestry of experiences that make our schools truly special. From heartwarming moments in the classroom to unforgettable adventures on field trips, this page is a testament to the joy, laughter, and camaraderie that fill our hallways each day. Join us as we share the tales of triumph, friendship, and discovery that define our school community and remind us why we’re proud to be educators.

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Local Teachers Lead the Way for Education in Colorado

04/02/2025
Education in Colorado is taking a significant step forward, thanks to the dedication of local educators like Kerry Jo Lauth. According to a story in the Durango Herald, the elementary instructional coach in the Ignacio School District has been selected... Read More
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Mancos School District Launches Groundbreaking CDL Program to Prepare Students for High-Demand Careers

03/27/2025
The Mancos School District (MSD) has taken a significant step forward in career and technical education by introducing a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) program aimed at equipping students with essential job-ready skills. According to a pair of articles from the... Read More
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Southwest Colorado Educator Recruitment Fair Aims to Attract Teaching Talent

03/05/2025
Durango School District 9-R, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Education, will host the Southwest Colorado Educator Recruitment Fair on Saturday, March 8, at Miller Middle School. This event provides an opportunity for aspiring and experienced educators to connect... Read More
2024 eSchool graduates celebrate.

San Juan BOCES Southwest Colorado E-School supports students beyond the traditional classroom

02/11/2025
One of the smallest school districts in Colorado, the San Juan BOCES Southwest Colorado E-School, is offering a unique educational experience tailored to 6-12th grade students who may not thrive in a traditional brick-and-mortar setting.  Under the umbrella of the... Read More
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Community partnerships and tailored curriculum propel Ignacio School District to significant gains in graduation rates

02/03/2025
The Ignacio School District has made remarkable strides in improving its high school graduation rates during the 2023-24 school year, with a notable 11.6% increase in its four-year graduation rate, according to a story published in the Durango Herald.  The... Read More
There is a significant shortage of healthcare workers.

Pagosa Springs High School partnering with community organization to bring regional workforce center to life

12/12/2024
Since its inception in 2017, Build Pagosa, a local nonprofit organization in Pagosa Springs, has been committed to addressing the skilled labor shortage in Southwest Colorado, while offering meaningful educational experiences to students at Pagosa Springs High School (PSHS).  Local... Read More
Teachers in southwest Colorado are now making enough to afford living in the attractive and active communities of the region.

Top teachers make over $90,000 per year at a middle school in southwest Colorado

12/12/2024
Mountain Middle School in Durango, Colorado has implemented a series of measures to address teacher recruitment and retention challenges, and as part of the strategy, the school has raised teacher salaries and introduced quarterly bonuses. According to a November 18,... Read More
The entry at Ignacio Middle School.

Many Colorado Schools Have Shifted to a Four-Day School Week to improve Teacher Recruitment and Retention

12/12/2024
In recent years, the traditional five-day school week has been steadily replaced by a four-day schedule in many Colorado schools, especially in rural districts. Since 2021, numerous districts in Southwest Colorado, including Bayfield, Ignacio, Dolores and Montezuma-Cortez, have made the... Read More
Students got up close and personal with some of the experiments on their tour.

Grant helps Bayfield Middle School students explore college options early

12/07/2024
A group of eighth-grade students were able to get a taste of college life courtesy of the University of Colorado and a San Juan BOCES collaborative grant application obtained  through the Colorado Department of Education’s School Counselor Corp Grant program.... Read More
River Surfer at Santa Rita Park in Durango.

Become part of the San Juan BOCES team

09/02/2024
Support the school districts of southwest Colorado as part of this outstanding regional team The San Juan BOCES is currently hiring a business services administrative assistant and a school-based SSP-Paraprofessional to support virtual specialized service providers. The business services administrative... Read More

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