Author: Bridget Curran
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A little more joy in the mountains | Guest column
High above the noise of bigger cities, tucked into the trees and fresh mountain air, something special happens each year in Woodland Park: Pride Above the Clouds. If you’ve never been, it might surprise you. It’s not what people sometimes expect—it’s not loud or overwhelming. It’s friendly. It’s relaxed. It’s kids with painted faces, dogs…
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Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em | Guest column
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save I was reading last week’s guest column when I realized someone’s research on curricula led them to believe that the American Birthright standards adopted by the WPSD was in fact a new curriculum. Or, that…
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Know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em | Guest column
I was reading last week’s guest column when I realized someone’s research on curricula led them to believe that the American Birthright standards adopted by the WPSD was in fact a new curriculum. Or, that the implementation of those new standards had any influence from our school board directors. I think stating actual facts is…
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WP District’s Superintendent Ken Witt, runaway train | Guest column
On Jan. 17th, the Woodland Park School Board voted to extend district superintendent Ken Witt’s contract with a vote of 3 to 2. Why would they want to continue with a superintendent who has caused so much turmoil? Why would they give him a substantial raise even though he is still working part time? Why…
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What does a new school board look like? | Guest column
On Nov. 30, the prevailing candidates were sworn in. Two of which were returning previously appointed directors. They won by less than 1% of votes. Margins so close, we almost had an automatic recount. Keegan Barkley beat out Dave Illingworth by 500+ votes. KOAA interviewed the directors when they were sworn in. To my surprise,…