Denver Post

Presidents at Colorado colleges and universities say they are disappointed Gov. Bill Ritter's plan to direct funding to higher education focuses solely on scholarships

It doesn't take an advanced degree to see the grave challenges ahead for Colorado's colleges. If nothing changes, children will finish college at an even lower rate.

Youth program aims to educate using culture of graffiti art and break dancing
It's graffiti that can be found on walls throughout the city, including the courthouse and recreation centers. But these young people have permission to create as part of an educational program using elements of hip-hop to develop positive self-image and self-esteem.

The plan for high schools would rely on ACT scores instead.
By Jessica Fender
East High School students loathe the CSAP, the state's annual standardized test, because there is no incentive to do well, said Gracie McGuire, a junior at the Denver school.

Lisa Simpson's Title IX lawsuit against CU over rape allegations yielded more than a nationally watched case; it brought her isolation and anxiety. But "something needed to be done," she says

More minority and poor students in Denver are being classified as highly gifted under a new system that gives extra credit to children who are economically disadvantaged or nonnative English speakers.

Despite stock-market volatility, Americans are socking away more than ever into tax-shielded savings for their kids' educations.

Joe Amon, The Denver Post
Loveland High School used to offer watered-down math for students flunking geometry and algebra. The school started with two classes last year and now has six.

The rough-edged oilman who may become CU's next president loves challenges. Bruce Benson was answering questions about his support for diversity on campus last week when he assured University of Colorado students that he absolutely supports the "handicaps."

A request by teachers at a northeast Denver school to be released from parts of the union contract was not supported Tuesday by union officials

Parents' residency status would be taken out of the equation when considering whether students deserve in-state tuition at Colorado public colleges.

Pregnant students in a Denver high school are asking for at least four weeks of maternity leave so they can heal, bond with their newborns and not be penalized with unexcused absences.

Obama embraces plan union backs
Denver teachers' merit-pay plan is getting national attention in the race for the White House, with Illinois Sen. Barack Obama touting it last month as a way to improve schools.

Parents of kids with autism struggle to free their children from the grip of the mysterious disorder - and find ways to foot the bills. The number of children diagnosed with autism has exploded. But answers, proven treatment options and help for parents and their children have not kept pace.

Officials at DU, CC and Regis say they are offering more financial aid for those who don't get government grants.