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Swimming for wishes

By CPC | Jul 27, 2026

Although the Castle Crocs swim team has been busy this summer competing in meets and preparing for the respective end-of-season championships and All-Stars events, in June, they took time away…

Late start on Fridays for DCSD elementary and middle school students

By CPC | Jul 27, 2026

Beginning this school year, Friday mornings will look a little different for students and teachers in the Douglas County School District (DCSD). Elementary and middle schools will now join high…

The Elevated Edit – August 2026

By CPC | Jul 27, 2026

Dear Reader, It’s that time of the year, back to school. And we must talk… You may not live on Castle Pines Parkway, but there is a very serious matter…

State recognition for academic excellence

By CPC | Jun 28, 2026

The Colorado Department of Education recognized several Douglas County School District schools for high academic achievement with performance awards for the 2025-26 school year. Administrators from winning schools accepted their…

BRE blesses the community

By CPC | Jun 28, 2026

Students at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) hosted an end-of-school-year food drive for nonprofit Bin Blessed (BB). It was a record-breaking drive for BB, bringing in more than 2,300 items. It…

Sheriff’s office rocks

By CPC | Jun 28, 2026

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) School Resource Officers (SROs) not only play a vital role in creating a safe learning environment, they are also approachable mentors who participate in youth…

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

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