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For the past few months, groups of parents have been showing up at Eagle County Board of Education meetings to express their opinions and ask questions about the way the district is doing things.
These parents have expressed concerns over how the district is handling COVID-19, requesting the release of mask and vaccine requirements, as well as how their kids are being taught, asking for more insight into school’s curriculum.
“Sadly but true, bad policy in this district and around the country is responsible for the mental decline of our students,” said Krista Keiser, an EagleVail resident at the May 26 board meeting.
After nearly three years with the Eagle County School District, Dan Dougherty will be leaving his role as chief communications officer. His wife, Tiffany, will also be leaving her role as principal of Eagle Valley…
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Eagle County Schools has hired Beau Wielkoszewski to fill the position of chief technology officer.
The position has remained open for most of the school year, with Assistant Superintendent Katie Jarnot serving as interim chief technology officer while the district conducted its search.
Wielkoszewski comes to Eagle County from the Bigfork School District in Montana where he has served as the direct of technology since 2017. Previously, Wielkoszewski worked in IT positions for the United States Department of State and the United States Army.
“We’re extremely excited to have Beau join our team,” said Philip Qualman, superintendent of Eagle County Schools. “It’s not everyday that you find a candidate who has worked with technology at his level in nuclear submarines, diplomatic services and education.”
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Even with a recent influx of positive COVID-19 cases and quarantines, Eagle County Schools is optimistic and planning for (almost) normal prom and graduation ceremoneies for the areas’ high schools.
This decision is aided in large part by the evolving state and county mandates. On Friday, Colorado’s coronavirus dial expires, leaving it up to local communities to decide what restrictions are right for them regarding Eagle County has said that it hopes to lift restrictions by May 27 one day before Eagle County starts hosting its graduations.
According to Katie Jarnot, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction at Eagle County Schools, the plans are beginning to come together for graduation. “The public health orders will allow us to have a pretty normal graduation and the capacity limits will be lifted in such a way that we will be able to allow anyone who wants to attend, to attend,” she said at Wednesday’s school board meeting.
Photo courtesy Eagle Valley Library District and Eagle County Historical Society.
5 years ago
Week of March 17, 2016
Eagle County Animal Services announced plans to cut back its operations to focus on animal control and patrol calls. The operation said it would partner with the local Humane Society for pet adoption and surrender services.
Batson’s Corner/Eagle Pharmacy was named Eagle Chamber of Commerce business of the year.
Seven Hermits Brewing announced plans to relocate to a larger Eagle Ranch location.
10 years ago
Eagle Valley High School students presented the musical “Hairspray.”
Eagle native son Brad Gamble broke the NCAA Division II heptathlon record. Gamble was a student/athlete at Chadron State College, attending for his final year of track and field eligibility.