What's Happening at Prairie Middle School
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Cherry Creek School District is celebrating a milestone year for student and staff wellness: twelve CCSD schools have been named to the Alliance for a Healthier Generation's 2026 America's Healthiest Schools Award list, double the six schools honored last year. The award recognizes schools that go above and beyond to support the whole child, and this year's growth is a testament to the dedication of CCSD staff across the district.
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Cherry Creek School District celebrated the groundbreaking of its new electric school bus depot, launching a partnership with Highland Electric Fleets and Xcel Energy.
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For years, Colorado cafeteria workers have served millions of free breakfasts and lunches under the state's Healthy School Meals for All program.
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Each honoree was selected for their dedication to students, innovative teaching, and commitment to helping every learner reach their potential.
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The Colorado State Board of Education approved Cherry Creek School District’s Teacher Degree Apprenticeship Program, a partnership with the Community College of Aurora that allows aspiring teachers to earn a degree and licensure while working in classrooms.
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Cherry Creek High School's Jennifer Sheets has been awarded this month’s Cherry Creek Schools Teacher's Belt.
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The Colorado Department of Education has once again recognized excellence across the Cherry Creek School District.
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The Jr. Esports Tournament at CCIC connected elementary students to teamwork, technology, and gaming-related career pathways.
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Cherry Creek Schools started their Veterans Week celebration with Altitude Elementary parade on Thursday.
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This week, the Cherry Creek School District will celebrate 75 years and welcome back nearly 53,000 students from preschool through 12th grade. As a top performing school district in Colorado and the nation, CCSD celebrates this historic anniversary and commits to continued excellence for each and every student in the years to come.