WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
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Meet Clear Creek Schools Interim Superintendent Michael Gass BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Jazz musician Hazel Miller performs for Georgetown crowd Sept. 2.
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Georgetown jazz brings a crowd for Labor Day weekend BY CHRIS KOEBERL CKOEBERL@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Hundreds of locals and tourists descended on Georgetown for the community’s festivities during Labor Day holiday weekend. Jazz legend Hazel Miller took center stage on Saturday, Sept. 2, at Library Park stage downtown to perform a free concert. That was music for the ears of Sarah Porter, from Idaho Springs, who said she’s seen Miller perform several times before. SEE JAZZ, P3
From left: Karen Kalabany from Georgetown & Sarah Porter Idaho Springs enjoy free jazz concert in Georgetown Sept. 2.
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Speaking from his current home in Newport, Oregon, Michael Gass said he’ll be in it for the students during his year as interim superintendent in Clear Creek County. “Being an educational leader is a lifestyle. I am available to our community outside of school hours and love being involved in activities in all communities,” Gass said. The Clear Creek School District Board of Education voted unanimously on Aug. 24 to name Michael Gass the interim superintendent. The board meets on Sept. 14 and will vote on Gass’ contract. Gass was chosen out of 19 candidates from 13 states. “His experience, passion and skill set aligned perfectly with our objectives,” said school board member Kelly Flenniken. As the interim superintendent, Gass will be responsible for guiding the school district through the SEE GASS, P4
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