Needham Elementary

Two Durango School District elementary schools are once again being recognized at the state level for their strong student growth and achievement. Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School and Needham Elementary School have earned the 2026 Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award from the Colorado Department of Education.

DSD's FIRST LEGO League program, coordinated by The Powerhouse, is seeking volunteers for the LEGO League Explore Festival on Friday, May 15.

Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!

Durango School District is proud to announce the official launch of its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan — a bold, community-informed roadmap designed to guide the district’s work over the next five years.

Spring Break is Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 20. All schools will be closed. Normal class schedules will resume on Monday, March 23. Enjoy your holiday!

Thanks to its growing middle school curriculum and field trip offerings, DSD's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab recently hosted all 7th graders from Miller Middle School and Escalante Middle School to learn about the cycling of matter.

It’s time to “spring forward.” Daylight Saving Time officially begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8 — be sure to set your clocks forward one hour!

Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library.

In a proactive move to enhance student safety and well-being, Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R) has integrated a new digital citizenship curriculum into its core programming for the 2025-26 school year.

Here’s what’s new in 2024 Investing in Our Schools Bond program planning since the December 2025 update.