Corey Christiansen
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APS honors Colorado trailblazer Betty Benavidez Thursday at new dual-language school opening
AURORA | ¡Que chido! Aurora Public Schools will honor Colorado Hispanic trailblazer Betty Benavidez and the district’s first dual-language magnet program tonight at the school’s grand-opening and dedication. “Benavidez’s tireless work is now honored by having her name emblazoned on this new dual language school,” school district officials said in a statement. “Escuela Bilingüe Betty […]
Mayor Coffman seeing red over green Aurora school district lawns amid sustained drought
AURORA | Green lawns at some Aurora schools have provoked threats of a water shut-off from Mayor Mike Coffman. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Coffman accused Aurora Public Schools of violating drought restrictions to irrigate school properties and having to pay fines for the alleged violations. Coffman said he is considering shutting off water […]