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Uniform Mill Levy/Mill Levy Equalization
What You Need to Know What would these bills do? The uniform mill levy bill would require each district to levy a specified number of property tax mills. Each school district would need to do so over a certain amount of time to reach their total program funding. If they...
And the late nights at the Capitol are just beginning…
There's been no shortage of excitement at the Capitol this week, with the budget making its way through the Senate, funding for full-day Kindergarten being introduced, and much much more...there will be plenty of things to talk with legislators about at next week's Public Education Funding Lobby Day! Public Education...
No slowing down now…
It's crunch-time! Everything is ramping up under the Dome as the long-bill is prepared to be finalized, the School Finance Act is being put together, and legislators have only six weeks left to make sure they've made a positive impact for our public schools this session. This update provides a rundown...
60 days down, 60 days to go…
Wednesday marked the halfway point of the legislative session — that means things will really start speeding up in what's already been an exciting session. The legislature made some important decisions regarding funding for next year's state education fund and full-day kindergarten. Read on to find out what's happening... Full-Day Kindergarten...
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Money, money, and more money
This week we've had our eyes on the Joint Budget Committee (JBC) and the Governor's office as they take big steps on public education funding. The JBC hearings can be a LOT to dive into...so we're here to summarize what's been happening and what you need to pay attention to...
The legislature continues to take (small) steps forward for public education
As you know, we here at Great Ed are laser-focused on making sure the legislature uses every tool available to support sustainable and equitable increases to school funding. That's more than a full-time job (which is why we need you to help!). Here are some of the bills we are monitoring which...
You don’t want to miss this week’s legislative recap…
This week was such an important week at the legislature. While a lot of attention was focused on the DPS teacher strike, bills continued to move through the legislature. We'll get you up to speed with this week's legislative update! DPS Teacher Strike Early Thursday morning, a deal was reached...
The DPS Strike is Settled, but the Underlying Causes of Chronic Undercompensation Remain
“All Colorado teachers are underpaid because Colorado's constitutional tax code is starving our schools. We need fully, adequately and equitably funded public education.” — Lisa Weil, Executive Director, Great Education Colorado. The DPS community, Coloradoans, and policymakers are figuring out what the DPS strike and settlement mean to students...
What’s happening at the Capitol this week?
It's been a whirlwind of a week at the legislature! Starting the week off with a bang, the JBC took public comment on the state budget for the first time ever. The middle of the week remained interesting as Governor Polis made the decision to allow the Denver teachers' strike...
What’s happening at the Capitol this week?
Reporting to you from week four (!) at the Capitol. There's no shortage of conversations about possible legislation that could have a large impact on school funding (e.g., full-day Kindergarten, fiscal reform, the School Finance Act, and mill levy equalization to name a few), but those haven't yet been introduced. In...
This week at the Capitol: full-day Kindergarten, legislative meet-ups and more!
The biggest news from the Capitol for Great Ed, is our official support of Governor Polis's push to fund full-day Kindergarten by Fall 2019. We are excited to announce we will be joining the Governor's coalition in support of full-day K and working to make sure our kids get the...
This week at the Capitol…Governor’s revised budget, Education Committees and more!
This week was another big week at the Capitol: Governor Polis made public his revised budget recommendations, the Education Leadership Council presented its findings, and both Senate and House Education Committees are in full swing. The Governor's Revised Budget Proposal The Governor presented his proposed budget revisions to the Joint...
An exciting first week at the Capitol!
Things are already moving fast at the Capitol! Bills are being introduced and Governor Polis is setting the tone for what we hope will be a successful session for education funding in the state of Colorado. Key Highlights from This Week The Joint Budget Committee (JBC) This week, the JBC...
Great Ed in the News in 2018
The following media articles included a Great Ed mention in 2018: [one_half] [one_half] Voters approve additional public education funding in several states (Think Progress, November 7, 2018) Colorado Amendment 73, Tax Increase For Public Education, Has Failed (Colorado Public Radio, November 6, 2018) Amendment 73: Voters to decide on education...
Most Popular Great Ed Facebook Posts in 2018
Most Popular Great Ed Facebook Posts in 2018: #10 So excited to share this news from Great Schools, Thriving Communities!!! Read about their history making signature gathering efforts here. (Read post) #9 95% of teachers in rural districts don’t make enough salary to meet the cost of living. #YesOnAmendment73 can...
We won’t stop fighting this fight until Colorado does right by all its students
The story tonight is that a record number of Colorado voters recognize the need to invest in our students, our teachers, our schools and our communities. That is historic and we thank the voters for this powerful statement. Together, we have changed the conversation and made clear the urgency that...
Worth Noting: Colorado Ranks #2 in Educational ROI and Money Matters
It is worth noting that Colorado is recognized as a national leader in educational return on investment. In fact, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce rated Colorado second in the nation for educational ROI in 2014. Of course, efficiency is not the same as sufficiency. That is, the dollars Colorado spends...
Great Ed endorses Great Schools, Thriving Communities ballot initiative
The Wait is Over...We Need Your Support! Our public schools are the pillars of thriving communities throughout Colorado. To keep it that way, we must give every student access to the effective opportunities and supports they need for success in college, career and life, such as inspiring teachers, rigorous and...
Superintendents: “It’s a Simple Ask…Pass HB1232”
Colorado Superintendents hosted a press conference on Wednesday, February 7, at Dora Moore Elementary School in Denver. Joined by parents and community leaders, the Superintendents explained the background and objectives behind their new school funding formula bill introduced last week in the Colorado House of Representatives. Their ask of legislators...