Mother and son volunteer duo holding school supplies

Backpacks and bonding: How one mother-son duo give back

Each summer, Julie Knopf and her son Ryan roll up their sleeves to help thousands of Boulder Valley students start school on the right foot.

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Impact on Education welcomes three new board members

We’re proud to announce the addition of three new members to our Board of Directors: Brook Brockett, Polly Fields, and Natasha Wright.

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Boulder Valley’s Class of 2025 scholarship winners

This year, we invested $89,210 in talented Boulder Valley students — $37,210 in new scholarships for graduating seniors and $52,000 in renewed support for alumni.

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Centaurus senior Addisu: Future affordable housing engineer

This fall, Centaurus senior Addisu McCormick will attend the University of Colorado at Boulder, with the Earl and Barbara Bolton Scholarship bringing him closer to his dream of designing affordable housing.

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32nd Impact Awards recognize excellent educators across Boulder Valley

Nearly 500 educators, administrators, and community members attended the 32nd annual Impact Awards, where educators from across Boulder Valley were recognized for their exceptional impact on education.

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7 Must-Read Books this National Library Week

In honor of National Library Week, Centaurus High School teacher-librarian and Academic Opportunity Fund grantee Shoshannah Turgel recommends books for young adult and adult readers.

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Opening doors to college: Helping students earn credit early

“I learned how to manage my time and get my assignments done without a lot of guidance. Once I actually enrolled in college, I felt better prepared than a lot of my peers,” said Michelle Arciniega, a Boulder High School graduate and first-generation college student.

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Colorado state capitol with protesters outside

Speak up for the future of education

Last week, our team joined thousands of educators, students, and community members at the Capitol for a statewide rally — calling for no more funding cuts to education. Colorado legislators are trying to address a more than $1 billion state budget shortfall by taking money from public education yet again.

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The magic of words: How a journaling project creates lasting bonds

At Whittier Elementary, third graders are experiencing the profound impact of forming relationships through the simple act of writing. The WISE Journaling Project pairs students with adult volunteers who exchange letters in a journal throughout the school year. This unique program not only enhances writing skills but also builds lasting bonds that extend beyond the classroom.

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Since 1983, we’ve provided supplemental funding and resources to students and educators in order to expand what’s possible in education. Our programs and investments help ensure students who are facing the greatest barriers to success have access to the same learning opportunities as their peers.

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