Local News and Events in El Paso County, CO

District 11 Schools Open For Students

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 · El Paso County, CO

Colorado Springs School District 11 has scheduled Wednesday, August 12, as the first day of school for all kindergarten through twelfth-grade students. Kindergarten, sixth-grade, and ninth-grade students have a jumpstart day on August 11, while all other K-12 students return August 12. Families should confirm school-specific start times, transportation arrangements, meal information, and enrollment details before classes begin. District 11 schools serve students throughout Colorado Springs and central El Paso County.

This local community update for El Paso County, CO is scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026 and is presented by Jeff Morrell. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the El Paso County, CO area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in El Paso County, CO

Explore August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in El Paso County, CO.

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Colorado Springs Council Meets August 11

The Colorado Springs City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting Tuesday, August 11, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 107 N. Nevada Avenue. Residents can attend in person or follow the meeting online. The...

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Penrose Library Hosts Community Open House

Penrose Library and Pikes Peak Library District Mobile Library Services will host a community open house Thursday, August 13, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. The event will include crafts, prizes, food, games, face painting, and...

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Pikes Peak Schedules August Sunrise Opening

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain will hold a sunrise opening event Saturday, August 15. The Gateway is scheduled to open at 4:30 a.m., with the last entry for the special event at 6:30 a.m. Timed-entry permits and admiss...

Monday, August 17, 2026

Academy District 20 Begins Staggered School Year

Academy District 20 begins its 2026-2027 school year Monday, August 17, for preschool, elementary, sixth-grade, and ninth-grade students. All students are scheduled to return Tuesday, August 18. Families should use the...

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

County Sets Constitution Peterson Project Meeting

El Paso County Public Works will hold a public information meeting Tuesday, August 18, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Brown Transportation Complex, 3275 Akers Drive, to discuss planned safety improvements along Constitut...

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Utilities Board Meets August 19

The Colorado Springs Utilities Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, August 19, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Blue River Board Room on the fifth floor of the South Tower at 121 S. Tejon Street. The board is made up of e...

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When is District 11 Schools Open For Students?+

District 11 Schools Open For Students is listed for Wednesday, August 12, 2026.

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