Refer Friends, Family to D49 Job Fair

D49 is hosting a Job Fair, and we're looking to our greatest resource—YOU—to help us round up candidates. Who do you know looking for a new career opportunity?

Boston or Bust: Road to Race with the Best

A D49 educator will lace up her running shoes to step up and participate in one of the world’s most coveted racing events this spring—the Boston Marathon.

QPR Training: 3 Steps Could Save a Life

You're invited to come learn three simple steps that could save a life. QPR, which stands for Question, Persuade and Refer, is a mental health intervention training program.

Thankfulness Overflows in Wellness Challenge

The November Gratitude Challenge had a huge response as employees took time to give thanks and share comments about something for which they are grateful.

Get to Know the VCT

In District 49, we place high value on the voice of our workforce. Our vision and mission is to be “The Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead,” and we know we’ll get there faster and more efficiently if we listen to you.

Celebrating Our Building Leaders

District 49 recognizes the essential role principals play in making our schools great, and since October is National Principals Month, it's an ideal time to put some of our building leaders in the well-deserved spotlight.

Get Ready for Winter Weather

Winter weather will soon arrive in Colorado. Make sure you, as a staff member, are prepared by knowing where to look for District 49 weather delay and closure information.

VRHS Educator Finalist for Colorado Teacher of Year

There is no shortage of excellent teachers in School District 49, and Vista Ridge High School can claim one of its own as a statewide standout. 

Falcon Zone Hosting National Conference

Educators from across the country will soon travel to Colorado to see personalized learning instructional processes in action. D49’s Falcon Zone has captured national attention.

Fantastic 49 Fanfare Wraps Up Semester

In the midst of the holiday season, District 49 took time to celebrate some of the individuals who are gifts to our D49 community during the Fantastic 49 presentation on Dec. 15.

49 Voices: The D49 Podcast

D49 is joining a growing list of school districts nationwide venturing into podcasting.

Transportation Department Spreads Holiday Cheer

District 49’s Transportation Department’s annual Santa’s Toy Express event was Saturday, Dec. 3, at the district transportation department in Peyton.

District 49 Appreciates Our Guest Teachers

November 18 marks National Substitute Educator Day, a perfect time to show gratitude for the team of guest teachers in District 49. One of the district’s most loyal is Amy Schrader.

Falcon Education Foundation Awards $25,000 to Educators

For the first time since 2019, the Falcon Education Foundation presented mini-grants to almost 30 staff members during the Fantastic 49 presentation on Nov. 10.

D49 Applauds Those Who Support Military Students, Programs

District 49 thanked community and staff members who go above and beyond for military-connected students during the Fantastic 49 presentation on Nov. 10.

Staff, Community Partners Shine as Leaders in D49

District 49 recognized staff members and community partners who are dedicated to living our mission to “Be the Best Choice to Learn, Work and Lead” every day during Fantastic 49 festivities on Oct. 26.

Staff, Community Member Demonstrate Fantastic Commitment

District 49 leaders celebrated staff and a community member who are true examples of the D49 vision, “To Be the Best Choice,” during Fantastic 49 festivities on Sept. 28.

D49 Construction Program Marks Start of Home Build

An exciting learning opportunity is underway on the Falcon Legacy Campus

Award-Winning Style Inspires Student Storytellers

A VRHS teacher leads the pack by inspiring students to develop a passion for journalism. Andrea Adams was named the 2022 Colorado Student Media Association Adviser of the Year.

Champion for CTE Joins D49 Team

District 49 welcomed a new coordinator of career & technical education for the ’22-23 school year, and she arrived with not one, but two feathers in her cap.

Fantastic 49 Festivities Launch for '22-23 School Year

A new school year has just begun, and already D49 has much to celebrate. District leaders and the board of education honored 12 staff members during the Fantastic 49 presentation on Aug. 11.

New Principals Welcome New School Year

District 49 has started the 2022-23 school year with brand new principals in three of our buildings.

Transportation Staff Train For Students

On Thursday, the D49 Transportation Department held an annual training in preparation for the first day of school next week.