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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: April 2026 classes + newsletter on goal-setting]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Let’s go from great to world-class: Introducing the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 20:51:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break is March 16-20]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, March 8]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: March 2026 classes + newsletter on body image]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Navigating the digital world: DSD schools empower students with new digital citizenship curriculum]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February 2026 bond update: Three Springs Elementary construction on track and workforce housing lottery results announced]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here’s what’s new in 2024 Investing in Our Schools Bond program planning since the December 2025 update.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School healthcare students win state championships]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School’s Hosa – Future Health Professionals chapter brought home two state championships and multiple top finishes at the Colorado Hosa State Leadership Conference, held Feb. 13-15 in Aurora, Colo., with more than 2,300 students in attendance statewide.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schools closed on Feb. 16]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Feb. 16, is Presidents' Day, and schools are closed. Classes will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Enjoy your long weekend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Didn't get the message? What you need to know about DSD emergency communication]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Emergency texts from DSD will now come from 970-414-3556. Please take a moment to save this number in your phone as “DSD Alerts” so you recognize it right away.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DSD's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab: Free community workshop + seed swap is Feb. 24]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[DSD's SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab invites you to learn about selecting seeds for a thriving high-elevation garden on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Durango Community Recreation Center, Twilight Room (2700 Main Ave.)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS Robotics Club heads to state]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Huge congratulations to Durango High School’s Robotics Club, "Chaotic Robotics," for a fantastic showing at the FIRST Tech Challenge Southern Qualifier at Manitou Springs High School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: February 2026 classes + newsletter on developing friendship skills]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2159918</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School to host 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2154233</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thinking ahead to high school? Come experience Durango High School at 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26 from 6-7:30 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS earns national recognition for strong AP program]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School is being recognized on the national stage for giving students access to rigorous academics while helping more learners succeed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Small towns, big ideas: DHS hosts regional TSA event]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2152916</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School marked an exciting milestone this month by hosting a regional Technology Student Association (TSA) mock trial event for the first time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DSD accepting bids for surplus forklift]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2148532</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[From time to time, DSD sells surplus or obsolete equipment through public auction. The district is currently accepting bids for an Apollolift Powered Forklift Full Electric Walkie Stacker.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Park, DHS unite for Wish Week fundraiser]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2154396</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Park Elementary and DHS teamed up this week to help grant a wish during Wish Week 2026. The schools raised funds to help Jude, a 6-year-old with a rare genetic condition, enjoy his wish of a Disney Cruise.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Keeping schools safe: Our approach to false threats]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2154399</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You may have heard about a false threat call, sometimes referred to as “swatting” or an automated "robo call," that affected a school in our district this past week.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schools closed Monday, Jan. 19]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All schools will be closed on Jan. 19 to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School to host 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2154244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thinking ahead to high school? Come experience Durango High School at 8th Grade Family Night on Jan. 26 from 6-7:30 p.m.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: January 2026 classes + newsletter on peer pressure and healthy choices]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2147927</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in January include ADHD, bullying prevention, anxiety and depression, confidence-building, video game addiction, school avoidance, suicide prevention, establishing healthy boundaries, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December 2025 bond update: Design, housing, and facility milestones mark year-end progress]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2147868</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here’s what’s new in bond program planning since the October 2025 update.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award winner: Krista Karpel]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2136811</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Throughout each school year, DSD employees nominate their colleagues for Bravo Awards, an honor that recognizes faculty and staff who demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes as they go above and beyond for students and the district.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: December 2025 classes + newsletter on Holiday Stress, Mental Health, and How to Cope]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2136772</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in December include Compassionate Parenting, Depression: You're Not Alone, Navigating Divorce When Children Are Involved, Social Media: Protecting Your Child, ABCs of Substance Use and Vaping, and many more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bravo Award winner: Josh Lamb]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2135031</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Throughout each school year, DSD employees nominate their colleagues for Bravo Awards, an honor that recognizes faculty and staff who demonstrate Portrait of a Graduate attributes as they go above and beyond for students and the district.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SOIL Lab completes successful leaf drive + what to do if you have more leaves]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2131748</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thanks to everyone who contributed to the DSD SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab's October leaf drive. SOIL received an abundance of bagged leaves, which will be used as mulch for the garden beds.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Connect with DSD on social media]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Did you know Durango School District (DSD, formerly 9-R) shares stories, celebrations, and behind-the-scenes moments every week on social media? Follow us to see what’s happening in our classrooms and beyond — from teaching innovations and student projects to staff spotlights and community connections.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Program update: Healthy School Meals for All]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2131724</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Propositions MM and LL were passed by voters in the recent election, which allows the Healthy School Meals for All program to raise and retain additional funding. This means there will be no changes to our breakfast and lunch programs this year. All students will continue to have access to free, nutritious meals each school day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Schools roll out 'everyday sustainability' programs]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2130176</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District is taking everyday steps toward a greener future with two new sustainability programs that are already making an impact across schools: the Bulk Milk Program and the Film Plastic Recycling Program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 21:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: November 2025 classes + newsletter on Gratitude and Mental Health]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2128343</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in November include Building Your Child's Confidence, Your Child's Anxiety, What Parents Need to Know About Suicide Prevention, The Healing Process After Loss, and many more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:25:35 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October 2025 bond update: Projects advance as new school, housing, and facility plans take shape]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2125016</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here's what's new in bond program planning since our August 2025 update.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:29:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Aviation Flight Pathway helps students’ dreams take off]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2124246</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School students are reaching new heights this year — literally — with the launch of the Aviation Flight Pathway, a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) program that introduces students to the world of aviation.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 20:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Oct. 20 is a Conference Day: No school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2122756</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, Oct. 20, is a Conference Day, and all Durango School District (DSD — formerly 9-R) schools are closed. Please check with your student's school for details. Schools will resume normal class schedules on Tuesday, Oct. 21.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:10:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Homecoming highlight: DHS Powder Puff football game]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2122755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School continued this week's Homecoming celebrations with a Powder Puff football game on Oct. 16.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:58:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Buckle up for Durango High School’s “Highway 2 HOCO” week]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2118968</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School is gearing up for Homecoming 2025 with the theme “Highway 2 HOCO” — a spirited nod to Route 66 and the classic Disney movie Cars.  The weeklong celebration, October 13-18, will feature neon lights, race cars, and plenty of Demon pride.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 17:21:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SOIL + DHS Culinary class = A farm-to-table feast]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116637</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[What happens when you mix 20+ Durango High School students, a culinary class, and DSD’s SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab? A true farm-to-table feast!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New alumni series + an interview with DHS alumna Maya Reherman]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116646</link>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parenting series: October 2025 classes + newsletter on Bullying Prevention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2116118</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in October include Supporting Your Child After Trauma, Emotional Regulation, Tools to Support Your Child's Mental Health, Everyday Happiness, and many more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:56:50 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Advanced Placement Information: School Year 2025-2026]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2115055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families can find important information about the 2025-26 Advanced Placement exams, payments, registration, and exam dates now.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mental Health Series: September 2025 classes + newsletter on Suicide Prevention]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2100926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in September include: building your child's confidence, compassionate parenting, ADHD, protecting your child on social media, school avoidance, how to motivate your child, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 08:29:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[August 2025 bond update: District outlines 2025–28 projects, names GC for Three Springs school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2100301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here's what's new in bond program planning since our summer 2025 update.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall sports: Register by July 30]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2088843</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The deadline to register for middle and high school fall sports is this Wednesday, July 30.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 18:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Why we’re saying goodbye to ‘9-R’ – and honoring where we came from]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2085554</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[What does “9-R” mean, anyway? If you’ve ever asked that question, you’re not alone. The term has been a part of our district’s name since the 1950s, but few people today know what it stands for. The “9” was our assigned number among districts across Colorado, and the “R” stands for “Reorganized.”]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:24:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Riding the school bus? Register by July 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2069121</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your student plans to ride the bus this fall, here's what you need to know.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:46:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community gathers to celebrate 10 years of Common Grounds Café]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2064552</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For 10 years, Common Grounds Café inside the Durango Public Library has been more than just a place to grab coffee. On April 15, the community gathered to celebrate a decade of connection, inclusion, and purpose at the café's 10th anniversary celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:08:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Cook Center Mental Health Series: May 2025 classes + watch recordings on your own schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2062834</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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. Live webinar topics in May include: how to motivate your child, mindfulness for improved mental health, suicide prevention, protecting your child on social media, emotional regulation, video game addiction, stopping bullying cycles, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:17:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School unveils remodeled weight room]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2082472</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free summer meals return – now at Needham Elementary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2064518</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District is once again offering free summer meals to all children through the 2025 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), with a new location for this year: Needham Elementary School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 15:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School program sparks passion for welding]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2046710</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Finding a life pathway may require a trial by fire – literally. Tom Joyner, a welding teacher at Durango High School (DHS), gives students a spark.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS back-to-school information 2025-26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2078099</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Back-to-school and summer contact information for Durango High School (DHS) can be found here.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 13:31:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Celebrating excellence: Multiple honors for Durango schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2080921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join us for Project Wild on May 9 at 6 p.m.]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2069139</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for Project Wild, a student-led community event, on Thursday, May 9, at 6 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (2410 Main Ave.).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 12:57:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Graduation roundup: District high school graduation ceremonies are May 22 and 23]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2068442</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango School District 9-R will honor the Class of 2025 with two upcoming graduation ceremonies for Big Picture High School (BPHS) and Durango High School (DHS). Families, friends, and community members are invited to celebrate these momentous milestones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 09:24:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Urgent: Chromebook safety warning (TikTok trend)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2069095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We want to make families aware of a dangerous social media trend encouraging students to damage or even set fire to their school-issued Chromebooks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 12:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Measles: Regional outbreaks + what the law requires if there's a confirmed case at school]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2046699</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the growing measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico and the high rate of tourism to our area, the Durango School District (DSD) Health Services Department is working to prepare and educate our students, families, and staff about measles and what to expect if there is a confirmed case in our schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 14:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DHS students launch mobile medical lab, offer life-saving ECGs to community]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2056794</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Durango High School’s chapter of Future Health Professionals (HOSA) is hosting two upcoming events that highlight the passion, skills, and service of students in the school’s Health Science Pathway.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Big news: Abre is coming soon]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2046696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We’re thrilled to announce that after Spring Break, families of secondary students will have access to Abre – a powerful tool designed to bring all your student’s important school information together in one place. From grades and assignments to key updates, Abre makes it easier than ever to stay connected and engaged in your student’s education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:32:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High schoolers invited to explore career paths through free summer institutes]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2036417</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative Summer Institutes invites high school students to a free summer exploration of careers in the skilled trades, environmental fields, and healthcare.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Durango High School track to be renamed in honor of Coach Ron Keller]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2035107</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Durango School District 9-R Board of Education has officially approved the renaming of the track at Durango High School to “Coach Keller Track” in honor of longtime coach and educator Ron Keller.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 16:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SOIL cultivates year-round learning with Grow Dome]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2033138</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Through the freezing winds and single-digit temperatures of winter, Durango School District has cultivated a new year-round resource. The SOIL Outdoor Learning Lab Grow Dome has been completed on the Riverview Elementary School campus.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friendly reminders: School policies on bullying prevention and cell phones]]></title>
				<link>http://www.durangoschools.org/apps/news/article/2030243</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We all play a part in making our schools a great place to learn and grow. Here are two important policies that help create a focused, safe, and respectful environment for everyone. Thanks for your support!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From the Superintendent: Exciting updates + invitation to help shape our district's future]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[I am writing to share some exciting developments in our district and to invite your participation in shaping our students' educational experiences.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bus riders, be sure to show your student ID card when boarding]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[We are reaching out to inform you of an important policy regarding student transportation. To ensure the safety of all students and to keep accurate records of who is riding each bus, students are required to present their student ID card when boarding. This policy helps us maintain a secure environment, knowing exactly who is on each bus in case of an emergency.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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