Choosing a school that doesn’t exist yet opens up a lot of questions. What will the school be like? Why would a student choose Northfield High School?
Northfield High School: Lots of Interest—Lots of Questions
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Christie Gosch
DPS Choice—With a Twist
As thousands of parents await the results of this year’s school choice lottery, those who have already been through the process say they found the experience laced with stress and anxiety, regardless of the outcome.
More Than Half of U.S. Infants Sleep with Potentially Unsafe Bedding
Nearly 55 percent of U.S. infants sleep with potentially unsafe bedding, according to a December 2014 study by the National Institutes of Health. The rate is higher among babies of young, low- income, non-college-educated, and/or African-American or Hispanic moms.
Bringing Back the Bison
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service employees gather every year at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in northeast Denver for the Bison Roundup, a major event to manage the bison population.
The Perfect Crime
Stapleton has the highest rate of preventable crimes in northeast Denver. These crimes can be prevented just as easily as they are committed.
Mark Your Calendars
December is packed with holiday events, including the Denver Zoo Lights, which runs every night from December 5, 2014 to January 4, 2015.
2014 Winter Welcome
The holidays have officially arrived. The 2014 Winter Welcome attracted the biggest crowd yet.
Ski Pool Program Takes On I-70 and Metro Area Traffic
To cut down congestion in the metro area and on I-70 during ski weekends, Ski Pool will provide Chevy Traverses for carpooling commuters who drive at least 15 miles each way to work. Cars can also be used to go to ski resorts.
Holiday Giving
For those considering end-of-year contributions, check out these local charities, some with tax credit opportunities.
Brilliant: Cartier in the 20th Century exhibit
Craftsmanship, history, social mores and status, and jewels galore mix at the Denver Art Museum’s exhibit, Brilliant: Cartier in the 20th Century.
Despite Vaccine Benefits, Colorado Opt Out Rate is High
Experts in the field provide overwhelming evidence that vaccines are universally recognized as very safe and effective, and that Colorado is at risk with extremely low vaccination rates.
Talking About Race
The History Colorado Center is initiating conversations about race and provides tips for parents.
