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Census 2020

Colorado 2020 Census Everyone Counts



When is Census 2020?
Census Day is April 1, 2020, but the online tool will start accepting responses in mid-March.


Why is the Census important to me?
The Census is extremely important because it gathers information on the population of the United States. The final data are used to determine the allocation of federal dollars to states, cities, and counties. The information also helps citizens and policymakers understand demographic, economic, and geographic trends needed to inform critical business decisions.


Why does the 2020 Census matter for my school?
A complete count matters a lot to students and schools.
The 2020 count will drive decisions regarding the allocation of more than $675 billion in federal funding to states and communities each year. That includes support for school programs and services such as:
  • Special education
  • Free and reduced-price lunch
  • Reducing class size
  • Classroom technology
  • Teacher training
  • After-school programs
  • Head Start
The funding also supports services that influence students’ readiness for learning, such as maternal and child health programs and housing, heating, and food assistance. 


Why is the Census important to Douglas County School District?
Since the last Census findings, the Douglas County School District (DCSD) has received nearly $103 million in vital funds for school nutrition programs and supports for students with special needs, who come from poverty, who are learning English, for disadvantaged students to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards and have a well-rounded education. 

View the distribution of funds for the state of Colorado based on the 2010 Census >>



Is my information safe?
By law, information you provide on the Census is confidential.

How do I respond to the Census?
Every household will have the option of responding online, by mail, by phone, or in person by responding to a census enumerator.
Everyone Counts - 2020 U.S. Census
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In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The School District's Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, [email protected], 720-433-1083.

Outside Agencies

Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202.

NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS

Special Education records which have been collected by Douglas County School District related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of special education in the district, must be maintained under state and federal laws for the period of five (5) years after special education services have ended for the student. Special education services end when the student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, or completes his/her educational program at age 21, or moves from the district. This notification is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Douglas County School District's intent to destroy the special education records of students who exited special education services as of June 30, 2016. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student notifies the school district otherwise. After five years, the records are no longer useful to the district, but may be useful to the parent/guardian or former student in applying for social security benefits, rehabilitation services, college entrance, etc. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may request a copy of the records by requesting the records by email to [email protected]