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If you’ve been paying attention to local news lately, you may have noticed: chatter about school funding is a pretty big conversation here in the Roaring Fork Valley. Across Colorado — and across the country — districts are facing rising costs, staffing shortages, and tighter budgets. It’s a complicated moment for public education. In the RFV, those same conversations are happening too. In fact, a recent article in the Post Independent highlighted how many Colorado teachers a

If you’ve lived in Carbondale for a while, you’ve probably heard the name Carbondale Education Foundation floating around town. Maybe you saw us at Oktoberfest (Because yes, we brought it back!). Maybe someone mentioned a teacher grant. Maybe you’ve wondered… what are they actually doing?! Fair question. The short answer: we help fund the ideas, tools, and experiences that make learning stronger in our local schools. CEF supports students, teachers, and administrators at: Cry

Sometimes a simple thank-you goes a long way. Last month, something pretty great happened in Carbondale. On February 6, teachers and school staff from across town gathered at the RVR Barn for a simple night off. No agendas. No presentations. Just good food, drinks, and a whole lot of laughter. CEF hosts an annual Teacher Appreciation Night because the people who show up for our students every day deserve a moment where the community shows up for them. Teachers played round af

Dear Carbondale Community, This fall has been nothing short of inspiring for the Carbondale Education Foundation. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our sponsors, volunteers, educators, and families, both Oktoberfest and Cowboy Up Carbondale were tremendous successes. These two community events brought together hundreds of residents, celebrated our local educators, and raised significant funds that will directly support public school students right here in Carbondale. W