District News

Here's what you need to know as we launch into summer 2025.

The Durango School District Board of Education held a Regular Meeting on May 20, 2025, and the recap is now available.

It was the ultimate feel-good moment for everyone: Seniors from Durango Big Picture High School and Durango High School returned to their old elementary and middle schools during Durango School District's (DSD) second annual Walk Stars event.

We want to give families early notice: Some of our school start and end times will shift slightly next year, and many bus routes will see some changes in pickup and drop off times due to these adjustments.

Seven Durango High School students were recently recognized with the 2025 Seal of Climate Literacy, an award honoring youth who have gone beyond the classroom to engage in real-world environmental problem-solving.

Escalante Middle School's Celebration of Learning will take place this Tuesday, May 20, from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. Escalante families and incoming sixth-grade families are welcome to attend.

Please join us in congratulating the following Durango School District (DSD) staff members on their retirement. We wish them well in their new adventures!

School's out soon, but Durango School District (DSD) is encouraging students to work on learning through the summer—with fun events as a reward. The Summer Bridge program combines free activity books with checkpoints, events, and prizes to continue learning this summer and be ready for the next grade level. The books include engaging activities and practice in reading, writing, math, science, social studies, and fitness.

Florida Mesa Elementary School will welcome a new leader this fall: Andrea Guttormson, who brings a strong background in special education, mental health, and early literacy to her new role as principal.

Durango School District has been recognized by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) as a statewide model for how schools can better support students with disabilities.