It is critical that you constantly evaluate your child’s school, to ensure that he or she is in an optimal educational setting. The good news for you (but not for us, Realtors!) is that since Colorado allows for open enrollment, you don’t necessarily have to move for your child to attend your school of choice. … Continue reading Tis the Season for Denver Schools’ Open Enrollment (2012-2013 School Year)
I have always been so impressed with Smoky Hill High School’s International Baccalaureate (IB) program. It has been very rewarding to watch so many young people go through the program and move on to successful college programs and to amazing careers. As both a Realtor and a property owner in Piney Creek, I recognize that … Continue reading Smoky Hill High School’s IB Program Shines
The Colorado Department of Education recently released a report, revealing Colorado High Schools’ average 2011 ACT composite scores. Since this is a very important indicator of educational quality, TeamCox Realtors combed through the data to determine the top 25 highest scoring high schools. Top 25 Denver Area High School Average ACT Composite Scores: 1. Vanguard Classical … Continue reading Which Denver-Area High Schools Have the Best ACT Scores (2011)?
The Douglas County School District Board of Education has unanimously passed a resolution supporting a comprehensive strategic plan that includes the Blueprint for Choice, which contains the controversial “Choice Scholarship Pilot Program.” The new Blueprint program covers all neighborhood schools, charter schools, magnet schools, a new home education program, contract schools, and scholarships to Private … Continue reading Douglas County School District Passes Blueprint for Choice
Littleton, Colorado, is having a great month! In November, Littleton was named among Cnnfn.com’s “Eight Cities That Want Your Business.” This past week, Littleton was named Bloomberg’s, “Best place to raise kids in Colorado.” According to the report, Littleton was selected as a great place to raise kids because its residents have “access to public … Continue reading Littleton Named Among “Best Places to Raise Kids”
It is critical that you constantly evaluate your child’s school, to ensure that he or she is in an optimal educational setting. The good news for you (but not for us, Realtors!) is that since Colorado allows for open enrollment, you don’t necessarily have to move for your child to attend your school of choice. … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season for Denver Schools’ Open Enrollment
The Colorado Department of Education recently released a report, revealing Colorado High Schools’ average 2010 ACT composite scores. Since this is a very important indicator of educational quality, TeamCox Realtors combed through the data to determine the top 25 highest scoring high schools. This year, there seems to be many Denver-area charter schools topping the … Continue reading Which Denver-Area High Schools Have the Best ACT Scores?
CSAP Scores Do Influence a Neighborhood School’s Reputation We know that neighborhood schools play a large part in making real estate decisions, especially for those Denver homebuyers who have children. While test scores aren’t everything and can even be controversial, they are one of the few concrete ways to measure a school’s success. The Colorado … Continue reading CSAP Scores Released Today
Yes, one Douglas County school is growing right now! Many Denver-area public school districts are financially-strapped and slashing their budgets – teachers are losing their jobs, school days are being shortened, and some programs are being eliminated altogether. How is it possible that Parker, Colorado’s Southeast Christian School has become the little school that could? … Continue reading Parker, Colorado’s Southeast Christian School is Growing
It is critical that you constantly evaluate your child’s school, to ensure that he or she is in an optimal educational setting. The good news for you (but not for us, Realtors!) is that since Colorado allows for open enrollment, you don’t necessarily have to move for your child to attend your school of choice. … Continue reading Douglas County School District Opens Open Enrollment for 2010-2011 School Year