Colorado News
Map: See where student enrollment is rising and falling across Colorado
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Source: The Colorado Sun
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Summary: New state data reveals a drop of over 10,000 students this year, with all ten of the state’s largest districts reporting enrollment declines due to lower birth rates and a shift toward homeschooling. Despite the broad trend, 46 suburban and rural districts saw growth, highlighting a geographical shift in where families are choosing to educate their children.
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Link: https://coloradosun.com/2026/02/27/colorado-schools-student-enrollment-interactive-map/
Schools should be ‘protected spaces’ from ICE activity, Denver mayor says
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Source: Chalkbeat Colorado
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Summary: Mayor Mike Johnston issued an executive order on Thursday designating public schools and other public buildings as “protected spaces” to shield students from federal immigration enforcement actions. The order follows a surge in federal activity and aims to ensure that schools remain safe environments for learning without the threat of student or family detainment.
National News
FBI raid on LA Superintendent Carvalho reportedly tied to failed $6M AI contract
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Source: The 74 / Fox National
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Summary: Investigations into Wednesday’s raid on Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s home suggest a focus on a collapsed $6 million AI chatbot deal with the firm “AllHere,” which went bankrupt amid fraud allegations. Federal warrants, while still under seal, are reportedly exploring financial impropriety and potential conflicts of interest involving a former salesperson with ties to Carvalho.