Bruce Randolph gets DPS OK to operate autonomously

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Published December 20, 2007 at 8:59 p.m.
Updated December 20, 2007 at 8:59 p.m.

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Denver Public Schools tonight approved Bruce Randolph School’s proposal to operate autonomously from the district.

"This is unprecedented for Denver Public Schools and an incredible opportunity to further improve student achievement at the school," said Theresa Peña, president of the DPS Board of Education.

If the proposal is also approved by the Denver Classroom Teachers Association, Bruce Randolph, a middle school at 40th Avenue and Steele Street, will have control of its budget, staff, time and incentives.

“If granted, these waivers will build on the momentum we have gained in the last two years and help us to raise our student achievement,” said Kristin Waters, principal of Bruce Randolph. “We are pleased that the board recognizes what we have accomplished over the last two years and believes in what our team can do in the future for our kids.”

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