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Sierra H.S. newspaper award-winning   
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Sierra High School is proud of its student-run newspaper. Over the years, they have won dozens of awards, most recently finishing fourth in a state-wide competition.

WPHS student-run business the real thing   
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
It does not look like your typical classroom. If anything, the class looks more like a business--and maybe that is because it is.

Mitchell High NHS making a difference in community   
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
School District 11's Mitchell High School is proud of its National Honor Society.

Mesa Elementary kicks off Red Ribbon Week   
Friday, October 24, 2008
At Mesa Elementary students learn math, science, reading, and writing. In addition, during the next two weeks, the school will focus on a new subject: drug and alcohol awareness and prevention as part of Red Ribbon Week.

Local band rocks for fun, charity   
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
What do you get when you put together six talented musicians? A classic rock band known as "Studio 7."

D-49 teacher receives special recognition   
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
In this week's A+ News, FOX21 tells the story of a Falcon District 49 teacher who is receiving recognition for her hard work.

Students painting mural over graffiti   
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
In this week's A+ News, students at Madison Exploratory School (Fremont RE-1) in Canon City were working hard Tuesday to make their community a more beautiful place.

D-3 students experience outdoor education   
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Sixth graders in Widefield School District Three are packing up their sleeping bags and flashlights in the name of education.

Palmer H.S. needs volunteers for 'Fall Clean Up'   
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Palmer High School needs your help, they are asking students, faculty, alumni and community members to roll up their sleeves and help with their "Fall Clean Up."

Coronado grad wins gold in Beijing   
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Since the Olympic games started, we have seen a lot of  gold. From Michael Phelps in the pool, Nastia Lukin in the gym, and Kerry Walsh on the sand. And Tuesday, Colorado Springs celebrated its own Olympic champion.