Greeley-Evans School District 6

Stories from the Report to the Community: Making Waves

For Mauricio Marquien Mendoza, swimming is more than just a sport, it's a reminder to never back down from challenges to keep growing.

Mauricio is no stranger to adversity. He lost his eyesight at just 12 years old, yet he continues to find ways to grow both in and out of school. Swimming became one of those challenges.

What began in his sophomore year as a once-a-month visit to the pool for lessons with D6 adaptive P.E. instructor Connor Rodrigo quickly became a passion. But like any journey of growth, it wasn't easy. Mauricio admits he was scared to even get into the water at first. With practice and encouragement from his teachers, his confidence began to build, enough for him to take a big step and join the swim team.

"I'm still a little scared, but doing it every day makes me feel more confident," he said.

Read more by visiting the link below!

Northridge High School Greeley West High School


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The 2026 Greeley-Evans Alternative Program and NEXT Graduation Ceremony is Friday, June 19, 2026 at 8 a.m. at District 6 Stadium, 100 71st Avenue, Greeley. The ceremony will also stream live on our YouTube channel. Please click the headline to be taken directly to our YouTube channel.

Greeley/Evans Alternative Program - GAP

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The 2026 Greeley-Evans Alternative Program and NEXT Graduation Ceremony is Friday, June 19, 2026 at 8 a.m. at District 6 Stadium, 100 71st Avenue, Greeley. The ceremony will also stream live on our YouTube channel. Please click the headline to be taken directly to our YouTube channel.
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Stories from the Report to the Community: How District 6 is Addressing AI

"ChatGPT! Can you write an essay about Frankenstein? My teacher says it HAS to be about ethics and science."

"Happy to help! Here's a five-paragraph essay exploring the ethical responsibilities of scientific creation in Frankenstein by Mary Shelley."

Americans are growing increasingly hesitant about the use of artificial intelligence in K-12 classrooms, with examples like the above interaction fueling fears about academic integrity.

According to the PEW Research Center, 62% of adults interact with AI at least several times a week. That number will increase as U.S. workplaces continue to implement widespread adoption of AI tools. For students to be both college and career ready, it became critical for Greeley-Evans School District 6 to create strategies for the responsible use of AI in district classrooms.

The district AI Task Force focused on vetting AI tools agains district learning goals for students and instructional practices for staff outlined in Innovation2030; educating students and staff in AI safety and foundations and ensuring that AI usage does not violate academic integrity.

Learn more by visiting the link below!


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Summer marks an important milestone for many students as they graduate and move on to the next chapter of their lives. The same is true for our middle school students!

Earlier this year, the eighth graders at Prairie Heights Middle School celebrated their next step toward high school with a continuation ceremony.

Congratulations to all the new freshmen across District 6! We look forward to seeing you explore the many opportunities and experiences that high school has to offer. Have a great summer!

Prairie Heights Middle School

The D6 Difference: Here's why staff choose D6!

Meet Educator Tori Heep from Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering!

"The culture within my school makes me feel supported, valued, and encouraged to be myself. During my time in District 6, I have had many opportunities to grow as a person, educator, and leader. I am grateful to work in a district where I feel comfortable trying new things, taking on different opportunities, and continuing to grow professionally. A big part of that comes from the incredible staff I work with each day, who help create such a positive and welcoming environment."

Learn more about Tori by visiting the link below!

www.greeleyschools.org/d6-difference-tori-heep

We dropped by Greeley West’s unique theatre camp last week! Greeley West students took charge and led a two-day camp to help younger aspiring actors and actresses learn more about singing, acting, dancing, and everything that goes on behind the scenes of a theatre production.

Around 40 students attended the camp. The Greeley West student leaders focused on a curriculum that allowed participants to learn while having fun. They taught the essential elements of theatre, with a special focus on musical theatre.

The final day featured a special performance from Annie for family and friends, showcasing the students’ dedication and hard work throughout the camp.
Awesome work to our Greeley West theatre students, and great job to all the students who joined the camp last week!

Summer is in full swing, and we’re joining our students on some amazing adventures! Today, we spent time at the Greeley Climbing Collective, where kindergarteners and fourth graders put their skills to the test on the climbing walls.

Take a look at the photos, and be sure to keep an eye out for even more summer fun coming your way right here!

Dos Rios Elementary

Stories from the Report to the Community: Breaking Barriers, Building a Future

“I failed my first test ever, my trigonometry test, and I asked myself, ‘How am I going to come back from this?’”

Sara Venegas, a senior at Early College Academy (ECA) who was a finalist for the prestigious Boettcher Foundation Scholarship, reflects for a moment and leans forward in her chair, "One little misstep doesn't define you. I don't always have to be the perfectionist. I can push forward and still do well."

The high school senior will be the first in her family to attend college after high school. While Sara's family did not have the first-hand knowledge to eventually guide her through the higher education system, they deliberately cultivated a supportive home environment and community that inspired her to pursue her academic goals. This emphasis on community became an integral part of Sara's value system, pushing her to excellence and molding her into the scholar she is.

Read more about Sara's story by visiting the link below!


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The end of the 2025-2026 school year celebrations continue to roll in! 👏🎉

Greeley West High School celebrated their 2026 seniors who plan to continue their performing arts education at the collegiate level! The Spartan Performing Arts Department held a Performing Arts Signing Day recognizing the dedication and talent of their performing arts students who have been accepted into prestigious music schools.

Congratulations to the following Spartans!

🎭 Calvin Long, Double Bass - The University of Colorado
🎭 Alani Salanetti, Double Bass- The University of Northern Colorado
🎭 Isael Rascon, Cello - Colorado State University
🎭 Daniel Carmona Morales, Piano, The University of Northern Colorado
🎭 Rebekah Wainscott, Flute - The University of Northern Colorado
🎭 River Hillman, Voice - The University of Northern Colorado