This past week, I witnessed the extraordinary dedication that defines our district:
- I saw our district office team thoughtfully planning to better support our safety and security efforts.
- I watched our teachers and staff at Sunnyside Elementary create an amazing Thanksgiving meal where so many students and their families enjoyed breaking bread together.
- I observed Miller Middle School students confidently leading other students through lessons they had designed to teach the DaVinci Principles.
- And I spent time with our enthusiastic PoG Rockstars group — teachers creating tools to help support their peers in making the Portrait of a Graduate come alive in their schools.
These are just a few examples of why our district is an amazing place to learn and grow.
Over the Thanksgiving break, I hope you can spend time with family and friends, get some rest and relaxation, and remember what we all hold dear. I appreciate your support of our schools — more than words can express. Thank you!
With gratitude,
Karen
Dr. Karen Cheser
Superintendent
Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R)