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Anti-Semitic Vandalism Investigated At Denver School
Someone used gasoline on Monday night to burn an anti-Semitic symbol on asphalt near the playground at Ellis Elementary, police said.

Someone used gasoline on Monday night to burn an anti-Semitic symbol on asphalt near the playground at Ellis Elementary, police said.

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A 2-year task force presented 11 recommendations to improve black student excellence in Denver Schools.
There was a distinct sense of optimism around bargaining as the third day of the Denver teacher strike stretched into evening.
Denver Union representatives and administrators engaged in long negotiations Tuesday, trying to reach an agreement.
Many teachers remained in their classrooms. Union and administrators return to the bargaining table Tuesday morning.
For the most part, it was far from a normal day, students said.
"I think we are in the middle of a national moment. Teachers in Denver as well as in other places are feeling frustrated, disrespected.
About 56 percent of Denver teachers did not show up Monday, according to the district.
Teachers walked out Monday, but will be back at the negotiating table on Tuesday, the union said.
Union bargainers walked away from negotiations, saying they’ll strike Monday and talk again Tuesday at the earliest.
The union is now preparing to start a strike on Monday morning. Union leaders said they would consider returning to bargain on Tuesday.
Bonus and incentive system at heart of negotiations.
The city of Denver is announcing it will expand hours and services at recreation centers and libraries to provide another option for parents
Parents of students with special needs face tough choices and worry about safety of their children.
The district is hiring more substitutes and deploying central office staff to prepares for potential strike Monday.
The pressure's on to come to an agreement before a planned strike for Monday. Both sides come to the table Friday night.
About 5,000 preschoolers who attend 200 schools will have no classes if teachers walk out Monday, Feb. 11, the district said.
BREAKING: The Denver Classroom Teachers Associated tweeted: “February 11th, We strike for our students.”