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What you need to know: the 2022 Talent Pipeline Reoprt


Gov. Polis keeps focus on education and workforce development
On January 25, Governor Polis delivered his annual state of the state’s address. He underscored the importance of accessible postsecondary education and workforce development in our state which has “two jobs for every unemployed Coloradan.” “The reality is that today’s


Colorado Succeeds’ 2023 Policy Agenda
Colorado Succeeds is proud to champion policies that promote equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities spanning from early childhood to postsecondary education. Each year, we strive to co-create and advocate for policies alongside students, families, community members, and business leaders


Colorado Succeeds Expands Focus into Higher Education
Preschool to Postsecondary: Colorado Succeeds Expands Impact, Releases Report Showing Significant Gaps, Opportunities in Postsecondary and Career Success for Coloradans New team members bring expertise and experience to support expanded workstream Colorado Succeeds is proud to announce the expansion of


What you need to know: School Finance Committee work
Even with the 2022 legislative session over, it’s been a busy summer following the Legislative Interim Committee on School Finance (SFIC). The Committee met multiple times this summer to discuss the latest updates on COVID-19 Relief (ESSER) federal stimulus funds


Kelly Caufield Reflects on Six Years at Colorado Succeeds
After nearly six years at Colorado Succeeds, I am departing onto the next adventure with excitement as Common Sense Institute’s new Colorado Executive Director. But, with any transition, it’s important to reflect on the many accomplishments achieved as part of


New Bright Rides program offers school transportation to Adams 14 students
An exciting opportunity, funded through federal stimulus dollars, is finding its way to students who need it the most in the Adams 14 school district. While 6,000-plus students call Adams 14 home, numerous students choose a school outside of the


Colorado Succeeds’ Priority: Student-Centered Policies & Programs
Colorado Succeeds is a nonprofit, nonpartisan coalition of business leaders, working to ensure all of Colorado’s learners are educated to their greatest potential, and all of Colorado’s businesses have the talented and innovative homegrown workforce they need to thrive. We


2022 Colorado Legislative Session Ends with Big Wins for Learners
With over 700 bills and resolutions introduced, the 73rd General Assembly adjourned on Wednesday, May 11 after a 120-day legislative session. Colorado Succeeds is thankful for the courageous leadership of legislators, the Governor’s office, state agency leaders, business leaders, educators,


Addressing the Public School Transportation Shortage
A shortage of bus drivers is causing significant challenges in helping students get to school. Recent legislation introduced by Reps. Colin Larson (R) and Mary Young (D) and Sens. Rachel Zenzinger (D) and Cleave Simpsons (R) encourage innovative solutions, strategies,


Student Learning Gaps and the Need for a Strong Accountability System
Student disengagement and learning loss are competing for attention among the innumerable education challenges surfaced by the COVID-19 pandemic. Across the country, state legislatures, school districts, education advocacy organizations, parents, and communities are trying to support their students and ensure