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A high school football field in Aspen just became the proving ground for Colorado's clean energy future. Drillers successfully tapped into geothermal energy 1,000 feet underground, opening doors for schools and communities across the state.
Six electric school buses in Cherry Creek, Colorado are doing double duty as backup batteries for the local power grid. After dropping kids off, the buses return excess energy to neighborhoods during peak evening hours.
Eagle County Schools just won a $35,700 grant to explore growing their own food for student lunches. The six-month study could transform 35 acres of district land into gardens that feed kids fresh, local produce.
Roaring Fork Schools kept its "Accredited" status for the second year running, with 12 of 13 schools earning the state's highest performance rating. Even better: Math scores are climbing across the board, especially for students who've historically faced achievement gaps.
The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Pharmacy celebrated 11 new PhDs and master's graduates who dedicated years to advancing pharmaceutical science. These researchers are now ready to tackle tomorrow's health challenges.
A Colorado middle school serving the district's poorest neighborhood went from daily fights to smiling hallways after its principal spent five years building connections with students. While test scores still lag, the school shows how believing in kids can change everything.
Two Colorado high school lacrosse teams claimed state championships in dramatic fashion, with one game ending in triple overtime and another delivering sweet redemption. Both victories showcased the resilience and determination that make high school sports unforgettable.
A retired military veteran and a community advocate are showing how small acts of service create big wins for students. Their stories prove everyone has something valuable to give.
Plainfield High School and Plainfield Academy for the Arts just earned a global honor held by only 1,100 schools worldwide. Students are now using technology to create podcasts, compose music, and solve real-world problems in ways that prepare them for tomorrow's challenges.
Forge Christian secured its second consecutive state baseball title with a decisive 12-5 victory, capping off a remarkable 27-2 season. The team's culture of perseverance and selfless play powered them through every challenge.
An elementary school in the Colorado mountains just staged a full-length rock opera based on Phish's legendary Gamehendge saga, complete with DIY costumes, cardboard sets, and pure joy. Music teacher Kirk Kubicek brought kindergarteners through fifth graders together for a production that captured the heart of live music and community.
After losing three straight championship games, senior pitcher Gage Viken delivered a shutout performance to bring his hometown team their first baseball title since 2019. Playing on his home field one last time, he struck out 10 batters and allowed just two hits.
Colorado just blew past its renewable energy target on school lands, hitting 806 megawatts before the June 2026 deadline. The latest solar project will pump over $26 million into building schools while powering thousands of homes.
A California middle school has been officially recognized as one of the state's top educational institutions for 2026. Castaic Middle School earned the prestigious California Distinguished School award for its exceptional student achievement and campus-wide excellence.
Westerfield College just became the first fully African-owned school to open a campus in the United Kingdom. Back home in Lagos, the governor announced 36 new schools coming soon to expand educational access for every child.
Eight Grand Junction High School seniors just received life-changing news: $5,000 scholarships to Colorado Mesa University, renewable every year. The new partnership brings real hope to local families worried about college costs.
Four high school seniors from a small mountain town just earned some of the most prestigious scholarships in Colorado, totaling over half a million dollars. Their success proves rural students can compete with anyone.
Young athletes from Hi-Line High School broke three school records at a single track meet Tuesday, with performances that rewrote their school's record books. The breakthrough day showcased years of training paying off for the small-school competitors.
When the federal government ended its 43-year Blue Ribbon Schools program, Minnesota refused to let eight exceptional schools go unrecognized. The state created its own awards to celebrate schools excelling in student achievement and closing gaps between student groups.
More than 407,000 Florida students are thriving in charter schools that just earned some of the state's highest academic marks. The latest results show charter schools outpacing traditional public schools, with 61% earning an "A" grade compared to 48% statewide.
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