November 2, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For more information:
Melissa Reeves, mdreeves@jeffco.k12.co.us, Jeffco Public Schools, 303-982-6567
Lynn Setzer, lsetzer@jeffco.k12.co.us, Jeffco Public Schools, 303-982-6810

Jeffco is Tops in Technology

Jeffco Public Schools has been applauded for “creative and innovative accomplishments…in support of 21st education” by the Center for Digital Education’s 2009 Digital School Districts Survey.

Jeffco ranks #1 in school districts with more than 15,000 students for an exceptional use of digital technology with students, parents, community and district governing.

Public schools from around the country participated in the survey and the rankings were based on enrollment size.

“This award is a reflection of the comprehensive work going on across the entire Jeffco district to support our students and community in a digital age,” said Executive Director of Educational Technology Services John Canuel. 

To view the entire list of winners, visit The Center for Digital Education at  www.centerdigitaled.com, a national research and advisory institute providing education and industry leaders with decision support, research and educational services to help them effectively incorporate new technologies in the 21st century.