The Colorado Education Initiative

Before you log off for Thanksgiving break, we hope you take a moment to check out our most recent newsletter! https://bit.ly/3YWC1W6 Our November edition includes a message from CEI’s President and CEO, Rebecca Holmes, where she discusses leading locally and together across Colorado; spotlights public support for public education in Mesa County Valley School District 51; features new leadership and learning opportunities, and includes resources to support schools, families, and communities across the state. Whether you’re a school leader, teacher, school staff member, or part of the larger education community, we hope you take a moment to explore the newsletter to discover new resources and ways that you can engage with CEI! If you’re not already a subscriber, please sign up for our mailing list today: https://bit.ly/41aw2iS #EdColo #OpenDoors

“Knowing that you're in the same class with future teachers is so cool because you know you’re around people with common interests.” – P-TEACH Student We’re feeling energized after hearing from students from St. Vrain Valley Schools last week, who discussed the collective impact of P-TEACH as they pursue their future pathways in the education profession. Throughout the P-TEACH DiscoverEd Conference, we heard from educators and students who shared their personal experiences with the P-TEACH program, including one student who commented that being in classes with other like-minded students, “...just solidified, 'I want to be a teacher!’” for her. We’re grateful to partner with St. Vrain Valley Schools on this work that ignites Colorado’s future by centering the needs and interests of young people throughout their education and career journeys. Learn more about how other schools are implementing the P-TEACH program here: https://lnkd.in/gf4ZHi27 #EdColo #TeachersofColorado

Last week, CEI hosted the first Rural Superintendent Academy (RSA) Alumni Network Convening! This event brought together past RSA fellows for a day full of connection and leadership development. Attendees explored how to use AI as a tool for system leadership, gained insights into a successful regional public education and postsecondary partnership, and learned about network-driven topics from peers. #EdColo

Feeling full of inspiration, gratitude, and hope after today’s P-TEACH DiscoverEd Conference! We are lucky to work with partners across the state, including St. Vrain Valley Schools, who create hopeful futures for students by enabling young people to prioritize their interests and define their future goals through robust K-12 public education. Today’s event was a reflection of the dynamic career-connected learning experiences that are available to Colorado students and that not only benefit young people but positively impact Colorado residents and shape the future of this state. #EdColo

Upcoming student Opportunity in AI! Attention: School leaders, educators, and community members – The World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY) is coming to Colorado this month, and students from across the state are invited to participate. Next week, St. Vrain Valley Schools will host the Midwestern Qualifying Event for this global competition that encourages students in kindergarten through 12th grade to explore the world of artificial intelligence through creative and impactful projects, with opportunities to showcase their talents, win prizes, expand their network, and get inspired! Students are welcome to participate independently or as part of a team! No prior experience is required. To learn more about this competition, including important dates, and to support students with registration, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Y7zLuz. #EdColo #AI

Student Opportunity in AI! Attention: School leaders, educators, and community members – The World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY) is coming to Colorado in November, and students from across the state are invited to participate. St. Vrain Valley Schools will host the Midwestern Qualifying Event for this global competition that encourages students in kindergarten through 12th grade to explore the world of artificial intelligence through creative and impactful projects, with opportunities to showcase their talents, win prizes, expand their network, and get inspired! Students are welcome to participate independently or as part of a team! No prior experience is required. To learn more about this competition, including important dates, and to support students with registration, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Y7zLuz. #EdColo #AI

We had a fantastic three days at the 2024 LiftED Conference and are honored to be part of connecting school districts to such impactful work. Thank you St. Vrain Valley Schools for your partnership and commitment to sharing innovative education practices to cultivate thriving communities. Read more about this work and LiftED in a recent article by the Times-Call: https://lnkd.in/gzWZBtXC #EdColo

Student Opportunity in AI! Attention: School leaders, educators, and community members – The World Artificial Intelligence Competition for Youth (WAICY) is coming to Colorado in November, and students from across the state are invited to participate. St. Vrain Valley Schools will host the Midwestern Qualifying Event for this global competition that encourages students in kindergarten through 12th grade to explore the world of artificial intelligence through creative and impactful projects, with opportunities to showcase their talents, win prizes, expand their network, and get inspired! Students are welcome to participate independently or as part of a team! No prior experience is required. To learn more about this competition, including important dates, and to support students with registration, please visit: https://bit.ly/3Y7zLuz. #EdColo #AI

CEI is thrilled to partner with St. Vrain Valley Schools in bringing together district teams from Colorado and around the country to share practices that advance a future-focused vision for all students.? ? LiftED highlights a school district that has created exemplary conditions for thriving young people and a flourishing community and, through this work, has built trust and support for public education.? ? We're excited to learn from and with participating teams this week! #EdColo

CEI is thrilled to join education leaders Bijal Shah, Adeel Khan, and Antonio Vigil to represent K-12 education in this important conversation about partnering cross-sector?to leverage AI for good. Thanks to DenAI Summit for your leadership to convene such a powerful group of speakers and topics – we’re proud to be here! Rebecca Holmes