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Colorado school districts need to find ways to continue supporting education as budgets are reduced. Learn how the Alamosa School District freed up dollars through the following creative strategies: •Master Planning •Collaboration with Utility Providers •Campus Consolidation and Staffing Efficiencies •Energy Options •Maintenance Strategies
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