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After 26 years at Niwot High School, Michael Rees is closing the final chapter of a remarkable teaching career. He showed unwavering dedication in the classroom and demonstrated visionary leadership throughout his tenure. Rees played a key role in introducing the International Baccalaureate (IB) program to Niwot, transforming the school's academic offerings and expanding opportunities for students for years to come. Rees first connected with the International Baccalaureate program in the 1980s...
The St. Vrain Valley School District Board of Education announced May 30 that it has appointed Dr. Jackie Kapushion as the district's next superintendent following an internal search. Kapushion will officially step into the role on July 1, replacing Superintendent Dr. Don Haddad, who announced his retirement during a school board meeting in April after leading the district for the past 16 years. Kapushion brings 36 years of experience in public education, including the past decade with St....
Back by popular demand, Niwot's Native Art Market will return to Niwot Hall on Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market will showcase vibrant, handmade works from Native artists, including paintings, beadwork, jewelry, prints, and even comics. "I want to introduce emerging Native artists to a wider audience," said Tom Myer, the event organizer and one of the featured artists at the market. "This is so important to me as it is super hard for Native artists to break in anywhere." Myer's...
Hannah McDonald, a 2018 Niwot High School graduate and now the Entrepreneurship Program Manager at St. Vrain Valley Schools' Innovation Center, has been named the district's 2025 Educator of the Year. Celebrated for her boundless energy and deep commitment to student success, McDonald was recognized for creating transformative learning experiences that empower students through mentorship and real-world skill-building. "My ultimate why for teaching is helping students envision, build, and...