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On Tuesday, April 22, at 12:39 p.m., Durango School District sent out an emergency message to our entire school community about Boys and Girls Club closing that afternoon due to a power outage. If you did not receive the message, please complete the following steps to ensure you receive emergency messaging in future.

Cook Center Mental Health Series: May 2025 classes + watch recordings on your own schedule
Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics in May include: how to motivate your child, mindfulness for improved mental health, suicide prevention, protecting your child on social media, emotional regulation, video game addiction, stopping bullying cycles, and more.

Learn to create unforgettable family experiences at GFAC's Family Night on April 23
Join the Gifted Family Advisory Committee and guest presenter Andi McNair for a fun and informative Family Night focused on Family Passion Projects. The event will be held on Wednesday, April 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Impact Career Innovation Center (Durango High School, 2390 Main Ave.).

Measles: Regional outbreaks + what the law requires if there's a confirmed case at school
Due to the growing measles outbreaks in Texas and New Mexico and the high rate of tourism to our area, the Durango School District (DSD) Health Services Department is working to prepare and educate our students, families, and staff about measles and what to expect if there is a confirmed case in our schools.

DHS students launch mobile medical lab, offer life-saving ECGs to community
Durango High School’s chapter of Future Health Professionals (HOSA) is hosting two upcoming events that highlight the passion, skills, and service of students in the school’s Health Science Pathway.

Cook Center Mental Health Series: April 2025 classes + watch recordings on your own schedule
Need help in supporting your child's well-being? We are offering FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings throughout the school year, and you can always watch previously recorded classes on your own time by visiting the Cook Center's full content library. Live webinar topics this month include: effects of screen time, helping your child succeed, substance use and vaping, building confidence, depression, school avoidance, talking with your child about pornography, and much more.

DEF Spring Resource Fair is a one-stop resource for families
The public is invited to the 2025 Durango Education Foundation Spring Resource Fair. This free event will be held April 2, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave.

Youth Art Month Exhibition showcases student talent
For more than 25 years, Durango School District’s Youth Art Month Exhibition has provided a space for student creativity to shine — and this year’s show may be one of the most dynamic yet.

Principal's Message
Events
Community ECG Screening Drive
Time: 9 AM – 3:30 PM
Location: Chapman Hill
500 Florida Road
Durango, CO 81301
Native American Graduation
Location: location TBD
