Bennet Congratulates Four Colorado Schools Named National Blue Ribbon Schools

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Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet congratulated four Colorado elementary schools on being named National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2014. The Department of Education today announced that Cougar Run Elementary School in Highlands Ranch, Elk Creek Elementary School in New Castle, Homestead Elementary School in Centennial, and Kruse Elementary School in Fort Collins are being recognized for academic excellence and demonstrating that all students can achieve at high levels.

"Colorado schools and school districts across the state are paving a path of innovation and success. The teachers, students, and parents, at Cougar Run, Elk Creek, Homestead, and Kruse elementary schools should be proud of their hard work." Bennet said. "The National Blue Ribbon recognition validates their efforts."

The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes schools across the country for their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing the achievement gap. The annual National Blue Ribbon School award affirms the hard work of students, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging content. More than 7,500 schools have been presented with this coveted award.

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