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Colorado Education Chief Rejects Federal DEI Letter, Funding at Risk

4/12/2025

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Colorado's Education Commissioner Susana Córdova declined to sign a federal letter on DEI practices in K-12 schools.
She asserted that current assurances meet Title VI requirements and the new request lacks legal support.
Board member Steve Durham questioned her motives, implying political influences.
Potential federal funding cuts could adversely affect students with special needs.
Colorado anticipates over $870 million in federal funds for the 2024-2025 school year.

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Colorado's Education Commissioner Susana Córdova declined to sign a federal letter on DEI practices in K-12 schools.
She asserted that current assurances meet Title VI requirements and the new request lacks legal support.
Board member Steve Durham questioned her motives, implying political influences.
Potential federal funding cuts could adversely affect students with special needs.
Colorado anticipates over $870 million in federal funds for the 2024-2025 school year.