Education

 Editor’s note:The Times is publishing a series of articles examining arguments on both sides of Jeffco Public Schools’ proposed property-tax increase. Click here to see a guide to the series.

Opponents of a proposed tax increase for Jeffco schools say that speeding up teacher pay reform would go a long way toward closing a budget gap that proponents hope to fill with the tax hike.

Children in the 285 Corridor now have an option to go to summer day camp at Conifer Community Park at Beaver Ranch.

The Evergreen Park and Recreation District opened the Beaver Ranch Day Camp this summer in Conifer as an extension of its Summer Adventure Camp.  

 Editor’s note: The Times is publishing a series of articles examining arguments on both sides of Jeffco Public Schools’ proposed property tax increase. Click here to see a guide of the series.

Advocates and opponents of a proposed tax increase for Jeffco schools disagree on the measures’ possible effects on home values in the district. 

 Jefferson County Public Schools budgeted $31.5 million for capital projects, including maintaining its facilities, in the 2011-12 school year. The projects are being done over the summer.

Conifer

• Conifer High: Finish wastewater pipeline and lift station project, update communication technology, replace front stairs to the entry.

• West Jefferson Middle: Finish wastewater pipeline and lift stations project, replace fire alarm and security system, update communication technology.