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Great Colorado Women

Episode 3 - Martha Urioste

Great Colorado Women draws on the historic, scientific, cultural, public policy, education, agriculture, healthcare, and social justice accomplishments of the women in the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame.

Episode 3 - Martha Urioste

Season 2020 Episode 3 | 26m 40s | CC

A Star in Education Martha Urioste is a well-known Colorado pioneer in the field of education. Recognized nationally and internationally for her work in Montessori education, she was the first and only Denver Public School principal to pioneer Montessori education. The model she developed for Montessori education in public schools is recognized and used across the nation.

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