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The first group of kindergartners from Stratton Meadows Elementary School learned from Catamount Institute staff about how plants like pumpkins grow, listened to a pumpkin-themed storybook and sang a fun song about stems, leaves, roots, flowers, sun, rain, air and soil.
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October’s D2 Insider highlights the best moments—from inspiring students to celebrating teachers, athletics, & community impact.
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Harrison School District 2 Superintendent Wendy Birhanzel was recently recognized with the 2025 Women in School Leadership Award from the American School Superintendents Association.
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Graduates from Harrison HS, Sierra HS, Career Readiness Academy, and Aspire Online Academy will have the opportunity for direct admission into CSU-Pueblo and PPSC.
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We’ve bonded together as a community with your support to provide school improvements so our students can thrive.
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The first group of kindergartners from Stratton Meadows Elementary School learned from Catamount Institute staff about how plants like pumpkins grow, listened to a pumpkin-themed storybook and sang a fun song about stems, leaves, roots, flowers, sun, rain, air and soil.