Merino High School bid farewell Sunday to a group of 24 strong leaders, who set the bar high in both academic and athletic achievements.At the school’s annual commencement program, graduates proceeded onto the gym stage as the traditional “Pomp and Circumstance” was played by the Merino Jr./Sr. High School Band, under the direction of Mike […]
From a groundbreaking for a new school to school safety improvements and new programs, local schools had much to celebrate in 2023. Peetz School District One of the top stories of the year was the start of construction on Peetz School District’s renovation and improvement project. A groundbreaking ceremony was held in May and construction […]
A retired local longtime educator was recently honored for her work. Carrie Mann was this year’s recipient of the Colorado Art Education Association’s Marion Quinn Dix Leadership Award. The MQDLA is one of the highest honors earned by art teachers in the state and nation. Established in 1983, the award recognizes outstanding educators in the […]
Submitted by Kelli McCaffrey Akron School Business Manager Unofficial Minutes The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Akron School District R-1 began Tuesday, September 12 with a work session at 6:03 p.m. Board members present were Jessica Filla, president; Nathan Quick, vice president; Andy Molt, secretary; and Fred Raish, director. Mrs. Gebauer […]
The town of Merino will show its Ram Pride next weekend at its annual fall festival. Activities kick off with a sponsorship dinner on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday a full slate of activities is planned, starting with a 9 a.m. parade honoring Merino School teachers as the grand marshals. That will be followed by […]