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School’s out, but the Durango School District 9-R 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.

The Durango School District Administration Office summer hours will be in effect June 3rd - July 26. We will operate with regular business hours Monday - Thursday, 8am - 4pm, and be closed to the public on Fridays during this time period.

In the true spirit of student-led learning, Durango High School (DHS) students will plan and execute a large district event. The Grand Opening of the Impact Career Innovation Center will be held Jan. 24, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the DHS campus.

Dear Durango School District Families,
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude to each and every one of you. This time of year serves as a poignant reminder of the strength and unity within our Durango school community.

Nearly three years after the historic administrative building was listed for sale, Durango School District 9-R has found a new home for its district office. On Wednesday, the district completed the purchase of a space in the lower level of the Columbine Center in Bodo Industrial Park.

Dear Families,
I hope you are having a happy fall! It has been exciting seeing the energy of our students, the cool projects our staff are creating for them, and the smiles all around. With the cooler temperatures and holiday season around the corner, we hope you are having some great weekend adventures and time with your family and friends. Thank you for your support of our schools and for entrusting your children’s education to us.

Welcome back everyone to the 2023-24 school year at the Durango School District 9-R. Dr. Karen Cheser, Superintendent, shares her Top Ten List for the coming school year.

Middle school students and families at two schools will have enthusiastic new leadership in the coming 2023/24 school year. Miller Middle School and Escalante Middle School will both have new principals and assistant principals. The public, media, and school families are invited to Ice Cream Socials & Meet the Team events in July.

The Durango School District 9-R Inclusive Excellence Guiding Coalition is composed of approximately 35 staff, parents, community members, and students. This is the third year that a group of stakeholders has helped to inform, lead, and champion the diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) strategic plan.