Feb 10, 2022 | Authorizing, Terry's Blog
Over the past year, CSI has continued our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We have partnered with Social Justice Associates on three main initiatives: DEI professional development, DEI organizational assessment, and DEI strategy development. Take...
Jan 13, 2022 | Educators, School Leadership, Terry's Blog
Guest Blog: Betsy Basch, CSI Mental Health Programs Specialist Mental health is a critically important part of overall wellness as has become even more evident over the course of the pandemic. Schools have been hit especially hard by this current mental health crisis,...
Nov 5, 2021 | Accountability, Authorizing, School Choice, Terry's Blog
This year continues to bring surprises as schools seek to address learning loss, support staff and students with very real mental health concerns, and develop, maintain, or recreate a culture that is welcoming and safe. In addition to all this, school are still being...
Oct 28, 2021 | Advocacy, School Choice, Terry's Blog
Last spring, CSI had an amazing opportunity to partner with Ready Colorado to tell the story of four CSI schools through film. Earlier this week, the film “A School for Every Kid” was shared with a community of CSI school representatives, education reform partners,...
Oct 20, 2021 | Advocacy, School Choice, Terry's Blog
I spend a great deal of my time educating our partners, legislators, and the community about funding inequities for CSI schools. Funding Inequities for CSI Schools Despite being part of the public education system for over 15 years, CSI students continue to face...
Aug 9, 2021 | Authorizing, School Choice, Terry's Blog
Welcome to the 2021-22 school year! It is hard to believe that summer “break” is already nearing its end. It is even harder to believe there are only a few weeks (or days, for some of you!) until students return. As we gear up for the school year, we are anticipating...
