Every spring as I prepare my speeches for graduation ceremonies, I like to sit down with a group of soon-to-be graduates to get to know them better and learn about their high school experiences.  

Jill Barela will bring 18 years of Poudre School District educational experience with her when she takes on her new role as principal of Bamford Elementary in the 2024-25 school year. 

Poudre School District is proud to honor the achievements of Project Search, Community Connections, C.A.M.P.U.S. and Cooper Home graduates. We wish these graduates the best as they begin their new adventures! See the names of all graduates listed by program below the slideshow.

From kindergarteners on their first day to high school seniors ready to graduate, teachers play an enormous role in inspiring, challenging, and guiding students throughout their academic careers. 

We acknowledge not only the invaluable contributions of these individuals but the collective effort it takes. Teaching is not a solitary endeavor; it requires teamwork to ignite curiosity and shape students into wonderful learners and incredible human beings.  

Students in grades 9-12 who would like to share their experiences and ideas with the Poudre School District Board of Education in the 2024-25 school year should cons

The District Accountability Committee (DAC) is accepting applications to fill the following volunteer positions for the 2024-25 school year (two-year term):

Poudre High School’s new principal is already a familiar face among students and staff - one who has been at the school for 25 years. Carey Christensen, an assistant principal and athletic director at PHS, will begin work in her new role in July. 

Lopez Elementary, a Leader in Me School is officially one of fewer than 20 Leader in Me Legacy Schools in the world!

Leader in Me is an evidence-based education model designed by Franklin Covey Education to build perseverance and leadership in students. The model emphasizes the skills of critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, problem solving, setting and achieving goals, and more to create a culture and climate dedicated to helping students find the leader in themselves.

When teen mental health struggles spiked during the height of the pandemic, the need for increased support and awareness became more urgent than ever before.  

Poudre School District took note and took action.