Mapleton Schools finds success through team teaching model, combatting ongoing teacher shortage
THORNTON, Colo. — Colorado needs more teachers than it has. The shortage is nothing new. A new teaching model aims to keep educators in classrooms through collaboration. School districts, like Mapleton Public Schools, are trying the team teaching model, bringing two or more teachers into the classroom to better dig into the material in a group setting.
Boulder JCC solar project to save $1.8 million with rooftop system
BOULDER — The Boulder Jewish Community Center has completed a rooftop solar installation expected to offset about 80% of its electricity use and generate nearly $1.8 million in lifetime savings, according to project partners. In Brief:. Boulder JCC completes 306 kilowatt solar system. Project funded by Boulder Community Culture,...
Police shooting in Broomfield outside A Precious Child is justified, DA’s Office says
Editor’s note: Anyone struggling with a mental health concern can call or text 988 — 24/7 — to reach the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line, which offers free and confidential support. You can also visit 988colorado.com to live chat. The fatal shooting by police of a man...
Boulder dance studio owner arrested in alleged $500K insurance fraud scheme
Cindy Burdine, the former owner of Frequency Dance, was arrested April 9 on 21 felony charges tied to an alleged scheme to stage a break-in at her studio in 2023. Burdine is being held in the Boulder County Jail. Her first court appearance is scheduled for 8:15 a.m. on April 10, where she will be officially informed of her charges. If convicted...
1 stabbed Friday morning in Thornton
THORNTON, Colo. — One person was injured after a Friday morning stabbing in Thornton. The stabbing happened just after 4:30 a.m. Friday in a parking lot in the 1400 block of East 104th Avenue, according to Thornton Police. One victim had non-life threatening injuries, police said. At about 6:12...
Person struck by lightning and injured in Superior
A person was taken to a hospital after they were struck by lightning in Superior on Thursday afternoon. About 5:39 p.m., the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1000 block of Lasalle Street on a report that someone had been hit by lightning, according to sheriff’s office spokesperson Vinnie Montez. The person was injured and taken to a local hospital, he said...
Wheat Ridge motorcycle assault suspect identified, arrested
A motorcycle rider accused of assaulting a driver in Wheat Ridge was arrested on Thursday
Deion Sanders Sends Clear Message to Roster Ahead of Spring Game
The depth charts at Colorado should begin to take shape, but before the Spring Game on Saturday, coach Deion Sanders has one requirement for the whole roster.
JADE Presents Third “Boulder Death Schmooze”
Our third monthly In-Person Boulder Death Schmooze (Death Cafe), where we talk about all things death, is now scheduled for April 9th. This is a space for anyone to feel welcome. This is not a grief group or a therapy group. It is an opportunity to connect with community around our experiences of death and loss.
10-10:45AM Storybook Tour @ Colorado Railroad Museum
The first Tuesday of every month, join us for the Storybook Tour! Intended for young children and their parents, the tour starts at 10:00 a.m. and lasts approximately 45 minutes. Cost is $3 per person, plus Museum admission. This one-of-a-kind tour takes you on a trip throughout the Museum’s railyard,...
