District News

On June 24 the Board of Education approved the finalized 2024-25 Negotiated Compensation Agreement for both the Durango Education Association (DEA) and the Durango Education Support Professionals Association (DESPA).

Transparent, inclusive elections ensure diverse perspectives are represented and help maintain trust in our school leadership. By publicizing this process early and clearly, we encourage informed, engaged candidates – and empower voters to shape the future of our schools.

From new schools to sustainable upgrades, the 2024 Investing in Our Schools Bond is picking up steam across the district. Since our last update in April, key planning milestones are shaping the future of learning in Durango – including progress on the new Three Springs Elementary, long-range facility plans, and early steps toward workforce housing.

Durango School District (DSD) students are making big academic gains, according to new 2024-25 end-of-year assessment results. Across multiple grade levels, students showed improved proficiency in both reading and math – outpacing national averages in key areas.

Durango High School celebrated the grand reopening of its newly remodeled weight room on June 12 with a ribbon cutting and donor appreciation event. The project was made possible thanks to generous contributions from local families, businesses, and a dedicated team of volunteers.

Our 2025-26 Back to School Hub compiles all the essential information families need to get ready for the new school year. You’ll find details on enrollment, school start dates, supply lists, transportation options, bell schedules, and more.

We’re proud to share some exciting news: Durango School District earned multiple awards at the end of the 2024/25 school year. These honors recognize the hard work, dedication, and impact of our schools, students, staff, and community partners.

Be the first smile they see every day. Every morning, school bus drivers play a quiet but powerful role – greeting students with a warm welcome and helping them arrive safely, ready to learn.

We hope you’re enjoying a relaxing and fun-filled summer! As you soak up the sunshine, we wanted to share that your child’s Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) results are now available online through a new Family Portal.

The Colorado Department of Education today announced 22 teachers have been selected as semifinalists for Colorado’s 2026 Teacher of the Year, including Teri Kopack from Durango High School in the Durango School District.