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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.

DEF Spring Resource Fair is a one-stop resource for families
The public is invited to the 2025 Durango Education Foundation Spring Resource Fair. This free event will be held April 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.

Riverview Elementary School fifth graders win district's first regional Battle of the Books
At the Impact Career Innovation Center on March 4, the chatter of excited elementary students filled the halls as 30 teams from across Southwest Colorado prepared to put their reading skills to the test. But this was no ordinary quiz — it was the first-ever Battle of the Books hosted by Durango School District, and for the third through fifth graders participating, it was both a celebration of literature and a test of teamwork, grit, and recall.

Principal's Message
Events
Kindergarten Readiness Screening
Time: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Needham Elementary School
2425 W. Third Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
Gifted Family Advisory Committee Family Night: Interactive Session on Family Passion Projects
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Impact Career Innovation Center
Durango High School
2390 Main Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
'Supporting Your Child Through the Early Childhood Years' (Part 1 of 2)
Time: 5 PM – 7 PM
Location: Needham Elementary School
2425 W. Third Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
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
