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On Tuesday, April 22, at 12:39 p.m., Durango School District sent out an emergency message to our entire school community about Boys and Girls Club closing that afternoon due to a power outage. If you did not receive the message, please complete the following steps to ensure you receive emergency messaging in future.

Cook Center Mental Health Series: May 2025 classes + watch recordings on your own schedule
Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics in May include: how to motivate your child, mindfulness for improved mental health, suicide prevention, protecting your child on social media, emotional regulation, video game addiction, stopping bullying cycles, and more.

Learn to create unforgettable family experiences at GFAC's Family Night on April 23
Join the Gifted Family Advisory Committee and guest presenter Andi McNair for a fun and informative Family Night focused on Family Passion Projects. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (Durango High School, 2390 Main Ave.).

Measles: Regional outbreaks + what the law requires if there's a confirmed case at school
Due to the growing measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico and the high rate of tourism to our area, the Durango School District (DSD) Health Services Department is working to prepare and educate our students, families, and staff about measles and what to expect if there is a confirmed case in our schools.

Sign up now: 'Supporting Your Child Through the Early Childhood Years'
We’re excited to offer a two-part workshop to help you learn strategies and expand your toolbox for supporting your child during the early childhood years.

Rising kindergarteners: Register now for 2025-26 + sign up for Kindergarten Readiness Screening
If your child is entering kindergarten in the 2025-26 school year, be sure to register soon so you don't miss out on vital information over the summer. We also welcome you to participate in our Kindergarten Readiness Screenings this month, so you can learn more about your child's unique developmental strengths and areas for growth, plus how to set your child up for kindergarten success in the fall.

Cook Center Mental Health Series: April 2025 classes + watch recordings on your own schedule
Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics this month include: effects of screen time, helping your child succeed, substance use and vaping, building confidence, depression, school avoidance, talking with your child about pornography, and much more.

Park Elem. Kinder/Preschool Open House for upcoming kinders/preschoolers for the 25-26 school year on April 3rd, 2025 ---Jornada de Puertas Abiertas de Kinder/Preescolar para el curso 25-26 el 3 de abril de 2025
Park Elementary will be hosting our Kinder Open House for families with upcoming kindergartners and preschoolers for the 25-26 school year on April 3rd, 2025. -- Park Elementary será el anfitrión de nuestra Casa Abierta de Kinder y preescolares para las familias con los próximos niños de kindergarten y preescolares para el año escolar 2025-26 el 3 de abril de 2025.

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Events
Community ECG Screening Drive
Time: 9 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Chapman Hill
500 Florida Road
Durango, CO 81301
Kindergarten Readiness Screening
Time: 9 AM – 4 PM
Location: Needham Elementary School
2425 W. Third Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
SAC (Student Accountability Committee) - April meeting
Time: 8:15 AM – 9:45 AM
Location: Park Elementary front office
'Supporting Your Child Through the Early Childhood Years' (Part 2 of 2)
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Needham Elementary School
2425 W. Third Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
