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CCSD honors first responders from across its 108 square miles for national day of recognition

Oct. 28 is National First Responders Appreciation Day. From School Resource Officers, to the EMTs who are on the sidelines at athletic events in case of emergencies, to the neighborhood firefighters who are on call to respond to any situation in any CCSD school, first responders play a critical role in district operations.

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Sunrise Elementary brings student family connections to life with 'Cover the Walls' campaign

A schoolwide project at Sunrise Elementary has seen hundreds of students creating personalized posters that celebrate family roots and connections. "It's given all of our students such a sense of pride about who they are," said Sunrise Principal Sarah Famularo.

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From the kitchen to the classroom: a paraprofessional’s journey

Peakview Elementary paraprofessional Sandra Blanco first got her start learning how to make pastries and desserts at Johnson and Wales University, but has since found the sweetest reward is building relationships with her students in special education.

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Eastridge fifth-graders share important mask message: Hide your nose

Setting a good example is just part of what fifth-grade students are doing to solve a problem and keep their friends and families safe and healthy.

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The week that was: A weekly wrap-up of CCSD athletics

The CCHS Bruins and EHS Raptors remain undefeated after the exciting action in week three of 5A football.

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CCSD Heroes Profile: COVID Response Team

Executive Assistant Marlo Barstad, Communications Coordinator Anna Osborn Dolan and Resource Nurse Jennifer Ellenbroek have helped create an example for other school districts across Colorado by creating an effective COVID-19 contact tracing and notification system.

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CCSD social worker sees 40K+ worldwide join social media community

When mental health coordinator Lauren Ross created a new social media group, she had no idea it would have a worldwide impact.

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New Eaglecrest club hopes to ‘Elevate’ students

Elevate, a new student-led club at Eaglecrest High School, launched this month to provide students an additional opportunity to connect and grow with each other.

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Eastridge fourth-graders form clean-up club

“I kept hearing about all of the bad stuff happening in the world so I decided we could help the world one step at a time,” said Aib Stiles, a fourth grade student who founded the Eastridge Litter Brigade.

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Athletics and activities remain a critical outlet for CCSD students during challenging times

Across CCSD’s 108 square miles, students are finding safe ways to keep up the extracurricular pursuits that mean so much for so many, from sports to theater to music.

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CCSD teacher and author helps students to see themselves as visionaries

Fifth grade students at Eastridge Community Elementary School are learning to be visionaries, while being guided by visionary teachers,

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The week that was: A weekly wrap-up of CCSD athletics

Congrats to CCSD student athletes, who earned both individual and team titles last week at the 5A Cross Country State Championships!

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CCSD celebrates National School Lunch Week with expansion of free meals program

In celebration of National School Lunches Week, CCSD will offer free lunches for the district’s preschool program starting this week and will expand access to other school meal programs.

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Pandemic has unexpected effect on parent participation

A high level of parent involvement has always been one of the hallmarks of the Cherry Creek School District. This essential part of the district’s success has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, but not in the way you might expect.

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CCIC teacher is one of three in the U.S. to receive prestigious prize

Cherry Creek Innovation Campus automotive technology teacher was one of three teachers across the U.S. to win Harbor Freight's Prize for Teaching Excellence. Manley is one of the first teachers in Colorado to receive the award, which recognizes the best skilled trades educators.

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CCHS theater department prepares a radio mystery production for November

The Cherry Creek High School theater department will perform "The 39 Steps" next month. The show, inspired by an Alfred Hitchcock film, will be a physically distanced and safe production, and will echo the format of vintage radio dramas from the 1930s and '40s.

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Celebrating history and heritage at Elevation

We must honor the legacy of those who came before us in order to help those who will come after us. This is a guiding principle for Kristina Quintana, who teaches first grade in Cherry Creek Elevation’s K-5 program. After 18 years in the district, she has learned the value of knowing where you’re going by understanding where you’ve been.

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The week that was: A weekly wrap-up of CCSD athletics

An amazing effort by the Cherokee Trail girls softball team in the State Championship game. CCHS golfers finish seventh in the state tournament and cross country runners are on their way to state! Plus great action on the gridiron during the first week of football!

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Hispanic Heritage Month is a time of exploration at Grandview High School

Students were inspired to explore the complexities of the Hispanic culture, as well as their own cultural background, through events including a speaker series and a creative challenge.

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CCSD Heroes Profile: Seanin Rosario

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis Seanin Rosario has played a key role in distributing Personal Protective Equipment throughout CCSD.

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