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“Take a dip” for your dad

By CPC | May 28, 2026

My dad loved a good snack. He didn’t seem to worry much about spoiling his appetite (he said that was something he could always count on coming back), and he…

Hacky Sack is back

By CPC | May 28, 2026

What goes around really does come around. For those who remember the footbag or Hacky Sack craze in the 1970s and 80s, you may not be surprised to see teenagers…

Faux glow

By CPC | May 28, 2026

A spray tan is a great option for getting a golden glow without any exposure to skin-damaging, cancer-causing ultraviolet (UV) radiation. As much as being in the sun feels good,…

Swimmers win state in relay competition

By CPC | May 28, 2026

The high school co-op boys swim team beat the juggernaut Cherry Creek High School team by .20 (two-tenths of a second) in the 200 Free Relay to win state in…

Prom 2026

By CPC | May 28, 2026

Seniors clap out of their elementary schools

By CPC | May 28, 2026

At the end of each school year, graduating seniors visit their former elementary schools for a celebratory clap out. These visits celebrate their childhood journey to adulthood while inspiring future…

Nonprofit partners helping pave the way

By CPC | May 28, 2026

Douglas County Community Foundation (DCCF) joined forces with the Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) in May to recognize local students and award financial scholarships for their academic achievements, volunteerism and commitment…

After Prom 2026

By CPC | May 28, 2026

School supply drive

By CPC | May 28, 2026

The Foundation for Douglas County Schools (Foundation) coordinates the Lend A Hand School Supply Drive every summer, with the goal of collecting, purchasing, assembling and distributing backpacks and school supplies…

Peace Pole installed at Timber Trail

By CPC | May 28, 2026

  What started as a new community garden in early 2025 turned into a greater opportunity for Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) to connect with a larger global movement––Peace Poles. The…

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