32 results for tag: public education
Why school board elections matter- a high school student’s perspective
At Mesa Ridge High School students are actively encouraged to look beyond the campus for opportunities to be an involved citizen. One way teachers do this is to get students thinking about the implications of elections at the local, state, and federal level. From this discussion, the students wrote an essay that reflected their views on this important subject. So often we adults ask each other, what is best for the students? Now, instead, we are asking the students what they think is best for them.
With the school board elections in mind, students were asked to think about the school board as an institution. They were prompted to think ...
“Over”: Citizens Project launches provocative campaign
You might have already seen our brightly colored billboards all over town! Citizens Project recently launched the 2015 awareness campaign, "Over." In thought provoking and visually appealing messages, Citizens Project challenges the individuals in the Pikes Peak region to consider what values they hold most dear.
So, what do YOU believe in?
We are grateful for the generosity of Lunchbucket Creative, Lamar Outdoor Advertising, and the Colorado Springs Independent for making this possible.
#IHeartCOS
If you love Colorado Springs (and we know you do) join Citizens Project and the Pikes Peak Equality Coalition to spread the love today in our city:
Follow the action on Twitter and use #IHeartCOS to share your own reasons for loving this city
Change your own profile picture to the image at the right
Take a selfie and share with your Facebook friends and Twitter followers why you ♥ Colorado Springs
Finally check out this Buzzfeed article to see why others love Colorado Springs and maybe get some inspiration yourself!
We believe in the transformative power of language. By changing the conversation about our community, we can change our ...
Community Conversation at the Educating Children of Color Summit
By Meghan Devall, MSW Intern
I recently had the opportunity to attend the 2014 Educating Children of Color Seminar: YOUth Be the Change. The purpose of Educating Children of Color (ECOC) is to “dismantle the cradle to prison pipeline for children of color, and children in poverty, through education”. The ECOC annual summit brings noted speakers to Colorado Springs and awards laptops and scholarships to high school students. The all day summit is a great way for students, teachers, parents, and concerned citizens to collectively learn, become involved, and work towards common goals. The powerful conversations that take place in such places can ...
D11 School Board Candidate Forum
On Monday, we hosted our District 11 School Board Candidate Forum. The forum was a wonderful success with many community members in attendance providing excellent questions for the candidates to answer. Joe Cole moderated the discussion with candidates Charlie Bobbitt, Al Loma, LuAnn Long, Jim Mason, Linda Mojer, and Jim Tucker.
The discussion was live-tweeted using #CPforum and you can go to Citizens Project's twitter to see the tweeted recap. Questions asked included "Are you for or against am 66. Why or why not? If not, what could be added to improve it?" This question resulted in strong opinions from many candidates from both sides. Other ...
2013 General Election Voter Guide is Here!
From a young age, most American citizens have spent hours in classrooms and social situations being told how important it is to vote. We are not as frequently reminded of how important it is to make an informed vote. That is why, for the past 21 years, Citizens Project has been providing the Colorado Springs community with nonpartisan voter guides for local elections to help you make an informed decision.
Your vote is your voice in our governance and our future. At Citizens Project, we believe that school board elections are among the most important, and sometimes these races come down to a mere 100 or 200 votes. Therefore, your vote is ...
2013 CRFI a Success
On Saturday, April 6, 2013, Citizens Project proudly presented the fourth annual Citizens’ Religious Freedom Institute, a one day seminar on how the First Amendment to the US Constitution protects religious freedom in public schools. More than 40 teachers, students, parents, administrators, staff, and school board members joined us for a day of learning.
Photos courtesy of Glenn: (more…)
Mail Bag: A letter to Citizens Project
Dear Citizens Project;
I have been remiss in not writing to you sooner to thank you for the outstanding contributions you make to all citizens of our community. When one reaches their “golden years” and has worked to make a difference their entire lives, it becomes even more of a passion because of the passing of time.
I appreciate what you do from both a personal and professional standpoint. I have been employed as a speech-language pathologist for thirty-eight years, thirty-five of those in Colorado Springs School District 11. Over the course of my career I have had the opportunity to work with all populations and age groups ...
2013 Citizens’ Religious Freedom Institute
Citizens Project is proud to present the fourth annual Citizens’ Religious Freedom Institute, a one day seminar on how the First Amendment to the US Constitution protects religious freedom in public schools. For teachers, students, parents, administrators, staff, school board members, and open to the public.
Saturday, April 6, 2013
University of the Rockies
Participants will learn:
How the law defines religious freedom in the public school setting,
Best practices for respecting all students’ religious freedom, and
How to be an advocate for religious freedom in your school.
In-service credit for teachers is available. Lunch, ...
Citizens Project reaches out to educate, empower schools
Last week, Citizens Project distributed copies of the Anti-Defamation League's December Dilemma to nearly 200 local schools, urging educators to respect the First Amendment rights of every student and ensure that no child feels left out of or disrespected by holiday celebrations. The organization also included information prepared by the Safe @ School Coalition about recently-passed HB 1254, an anti-bullying measure to keep young people safe at school.
The mailing is intended to raise awareness around the laws and constitutional protections afforded to all students, during the holiday season and beyond. The accompanying packet of information ...