November 19, 2014

World Class Education - Buffalo Ridge Elementary  
Changing the culture
of instruction

Across the Douglas County School District a new way of teaching is taking hold. World Class instruction aims to empower students, by focusing everything from the lessons to the classroom environments on what kids need to learn.
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Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum webcast - this Thursday!

Learn more about the GVCs and how they impact teaching and learning in DCSD.
Visit this Livestream link
at 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 20 to watch the webcast.
Primary Innovation Studio a success!
Primary Innovation Studio : The Eureka Moment
Primary Innovation Studio: Ripple Effect
The Eureka Moment
Mary Lisa Harper and her students reflect on the impact of the Primary Innovation Studio at the end of its inaugural year.
Ripple Effect
The Primary Innovation Studio inspires other teachers to embark on classroom changes at Mammoth Heights Elementary.

Principal Profile: Roxborough Primary and Intermediate School



Roxborough Elementary in Littleton, Colorado
Nestled among the foothills at the northwestern edge of Douglas County, lies a secluded community where two school buildings house nearly 900 elementary students.

Roxborough Primary School serves children from kindergarten through second grade; Roxborough Intermediate School serves students from third to sixth grade. While each school has its own principal, both schools integrate into a cohesive learning environment with a common mission.

Principals Jennifer Murtha (Roxborough Intermediate), and Rick Kendall (Roxborough Primary), work closely together to bring a unique level of support to students and staff. Read more
Maddie Malhortra
Career Expo

Inclement Weather Notification

With the addition of our new emergency communication tool, School Messenger, DCSD is updating how we communicate weather closures and delays to parents and staff. When the decision is made to close or delay school, we will immediately notify you. This will now include text message alerts.

In the event of a closure or delay, the information will be immediately sent via email and text message. The information will also be posted on the District's website and Facebook and Twitter accounts. Finally, we notify local media outlets.
Additional closure information
Student Photographer of the Year finds courage in photojournalism

Looking at her photos, you may never guess that Chaparral High School senior Maddie Malhortra is a bit shy. Her bold photos of athletics have a way of speaking, whether she is capturing a collision during a rugby match or the emotions on the football sideline. Read more
Cold weather can't freeze Career Expo

Eighth-grade students braved freezing conditions to give a warm welcome to employers from across the state of Colorado, as they learned about potential career opportunities during the third annual Career Connect 8th Grade Expo. Read more
 
 
    
9News Douglas County School District receives highest rating possible from CDE - "Accredited with Distinction." 639 KHOW DCSD Board of Education President Kevin Larsen talks recent accreditation ratings and choice in Douglas County. 
630 KHOW: Mandy Connell Show
  NOTE: DCSD interview begins at 83:41.

Castle Pines Connection Sitting back, savoring the perfect novel, ensconced in a comfortable nook with nothing but the perfect amount of light, students enjoy their stay at the library media commons located at Rocky Heights Middle School (RHMS). However, this library is anything but common. Castle Pines Connection: Let the games commence
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Some DCSD teachers are using ClassDojo to build positive behavior with their students. KWGN: Classroom Behavior? There's an App for that 


The Denver Post HOPE Online Learning Academy awarded $131,900 grant by the Colorado State Board of Education. Denver Post: Colorado hands out $975,000 in pot funds to schools for health workers 

Castle Pines Connection The Highlands Ranch Harlequins, a rugby club for high school students at Rock Canyon (RCHS), Highlands Ranch, Mountain Vista, and ThunderRidge started a girls team just a few short years ago and has already garnered some impressive success.

Saying "the school district here is one of the best in the state," Time Money Magazine ranks Castle Rock number four on the list of the best places to live in America.

Board Briefing
Master Capital Plan feedback
The 411 on Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can occur at any time during any type of practice or competition, or even while your child is playing at home. In most cases, your child's pediatrician can provide initial care for broken bones, sprains, strains and ligament tears, and will refer your child to a specialist as needed.

However, if your child sustains a more serious injury, emergency care may be necessary.

Rocky Mountain Hospital for ChildrenFollow this link to learn when you should take your child to the ER for a sports injury.


Parent University offering School Finance class December 3

The DCSD Budget Director, and the Planning and Construction Director will talk about school finance, the District budget, and how DCSD is structured financially to meet the increasing needs of our students, teachers and staff.

Plan to join us for this free course on Wednesday, December 3 at 7 p.m. at  American Academy in Parker. Registration required: follow this link and use your parent portal username and password to log in.

For more information, contact Parent Liaison  Kathy Brown.

Share Your Good News!

The DCSD Community Relations team welcomes submission of news items and calendar events. We know there are great things going on in our schools every day and we encourage our parents, students, employees and community members to help share the good news. Submit your good news here




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