Superintendent shares budget updates and revised Sunnyside consolidation recommendations DSD Superintendent Dr. Karen Cheser outlines district strategies to balance the budget while protecting classrooms. The Board of Education is seeking community feedback regarding a revised transition plan for Sunnyside Elementary School students.
School Board honors students who exemplify Portrait of a Graduate competencies On April 30, the DSD Board of Education proudly celebrated the incredible achievements of our students at the Sixth Annual Portrait of a Graduate Awards Ceremony.
Parenting series: May 2026 classes + newsletter on parenting superpowers Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!
Mock crash provides real-world trauma training for Durango High School students On April 22, Durango High School students in HOSA-Future Health Professionals and students in the Health Science CTE pathway took part in the 3rd annual Distracted and Impaired Driving Event — a mock crash designed to hit close to home.
April 2026 bond update: Big Picture renovations nearly complete, new workforce housing application window Durango Big Picture High School's new home is 99% complete, and the district has opened a new workforce-housing application window and begun constructing a roadway extension leading to the Three Springs Elementary School campus. Funded by the 2024 Investing in Our Schools bond, these milestones provide essential facilities and support for DSD's dedicated educators and students.
No school for students on April 20 Monday, April 20, is a Professional Development Day for faculty and staff, and there will be no school for students. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 21.
DSD Board to honor Portrait of a Graduate excellence at student award ceremony on April 30 The DSD Board of Education will host its annual Portrait of a Graduate Awards ceremony for students districtwide on Thursday, April 30, in the Durango High School Gymnasium (2390 Main Ave.).
Durango School District launches new online learning program Durango School District will launch a new online learning option beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Durango High School Online Program (DHSOP) will expand flexible learning opportunities while keeping students connected to their local school community.
Parenting series: April 2026 classes + newsletter on goal-setting Want to be the best possible parent? Learn from experts on a variety of topics during FREE live webinars on Monday-Thursday evenings. You can also watch previously recorded classes on your own time, anytime!
Let’s go from great to world-class: Introducing the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan Durango School District is proud to announce the official launch of its 2026–2030 Strategic Plan — a bold, community-informed roadmap designed to guide the district’s work over the next five years.
