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By CPC | Oct 1, 2024

  Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) Deputy Jared Walter loves his job. Jared is the School Resource Officer (SRO) for Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS). A career in law enforcement…

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A fun way to kick off the school year

By CPC | Oct 1, 2024

The Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) held its second annual Back-to-School Bash on August 23 for all students, families and staff. DJ Daniel Garcia spun the latest…

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DCSD authorizes bond on November ballot

By CPC | Oct 1, 2024
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The Douglas County School District (DCSD) Board of Education authorized a $490 million bond for the November ballot due to rapid population growth and an urgent need for new schools…

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Annual memorial stair climb

By CPC | Oct 1, 2024

    Photos courtesy of Tara Allen

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Back to school equals back to fun

By CPC | Oct 1, 2024

Buffalo Ridge Elementary families gathered for the annual back to school carnival. A fundraiser for Buffalo Ridge Elementary Alliance (the parent teacher association), the carnival is a favorite event for…

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With eighty clubs … something for everyone

By CPC | Oct 1, 2024

At the beginning of the school year, Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) hosted a club fair offering students a chance to explore the many extracurricular options available. With more than…

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New school year brings new principal

By CPC | Sep 1, 2024

On August 7, Timber Trail Elementary (TTE) opened its doors to a new school year as well as a new principal, Dr. Robert Thelen. Robert has 17 years of experience…

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September Dear Mrs A

By CPC | Sep 1, 2024
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Dear Mrs. A, With all of the back-to-school frenzy, it feels like folks have forgotten about the school zones. Could you issue a gentle reminder of the importance of slowing…

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Summer fun with students

By CPC | Sep 1, 2024

Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE) School’s before and after program is thriving and this summer was no exception. The Before and After School Enrichment (BASE) program hosted 45-60 kids each day,…

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There is a bison at Buffalo Ridge Elementary

By CPC | Sep 1, 2024

There is a new addition to the front hall at Buffalo Ridge Elementary (BRE). The school was gifted a taxidermy bison (its mascot) that greets students, staff and guests as…

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