Facilities Manager Michael Potter is thankful for the Word of the Day tradition with students at McKinley-Thatcher.
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Top 5:
What Are You Grateful For?
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As we get ready for Thanksgiving break next week, we asked members of Team DPS to share what they are thankful for this year. Check out these Top 5 responses and read all of the great things Team DPS is thankful for
here. Congratulations to our giveaway prize winner,
Sylvia Swain of McGlone Academy!
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5. “I am grateful for many things; this year I am especially thankful for my son, Mario Jr. He was born at just 24 weeks, weighed a pound and fought for his life during his first few weeks. Doctors only gave him a 10 percent chance of survival. He turned 18 years old this month and will be graduating from Northfield HS. Very thankful!" --
Lupe Vargas, Choice & Enrollment
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4. “I'm thankful to work in a school where everyone is deeply dedicated to doing the best for the students we serve. I am grateful for our staff and students for the way they have embraced making Skinner a truly restorative community.” --
Joe Waldon, Skinner Middle School
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3. “I’m thankful everyday to put a smile on the kids' face when they ask me for the word of the day. ... It is Thanksgiving every day for us at McKinley-Thatcher E.S.!” --
Michael Potter, McKinley-Thatcher (picture above of “Pizza” day at the school)
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2. “I am thankful for a healthy, happy baby girl at home and a manager and team who welcomed me back from maternity leave with open arms!” --
Libby Malone, School Social Work and Psychological Services
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1. “I’m grateful for all the incredible amazing opportunities I’ve had in my life this past 5 years. When I decided to leave Venezuela, it was the toughest decision I’ve had to make, leaving my family and friends behind. First, I’m so thankful for DPS sponsoring my work visa. Then, by working at McGlone, I found a new family of incredible peers and the community we serve. Later, I met my now husband, and we recently have expanded our beautiful family. That is my biggest joy.” --
Sylvia Swain, McGlone Academy
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Poll Question: Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dish
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On Thanksgiving, we can all agree that turkey is good, but it's the side dishes that make the meal! Select your favorite side dish below and check back after break for the results.
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Which of these is your favorite Thanksgiving side dish?
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Sweet Potato Casserole/Candied Yams
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Congratulate the Walktober Winners!
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Over 700 DPS employees participated in the districtwide step challenge during the month of October! Please join the Employee Wellness team congratulate our winners:
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Top Five Teams:
- Casual Cape Crusaders (Acoma)
- Hungarian Horntails (Emily Griffith Campus)
- House Mostacho 3 (Maxwell Elementary)
- Here For The Cookies (DCIS Middle School)
- Bradley Babes (Bradley International School)
Top Five Individuals with the Most Steps:
- Christina Carlino (Acoma)
- Kit Hinders (DCIS Middle School)
- Sarah Horne (Palmer Elementary)
- Tom Conroy IV (Thomas Jefferson High School)
- Jorge Rosas (Delta High School)
Although our Walktober experience has wrapped up, that doesn’t mean you have to walk away from your fitness achievements. Continue a healthy, active life with the habits you’ve been practicing.
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Health Care Services for Any Schedule
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Do you have health care concerns or questions, but aren't sure where to go? Both Aetna and Kaiser offer DPS employees several services to address your health care needs that can save you time and money. Start by calling your provider’s 24-hour health line, and a licensed care provider can help you assess the urgency of your medical problem and direct you to the best place to receive care. Also consider utilizing the Teledoc service, which allows you to connect with your doctor from home.
- For Aetna members, call 800-556-1555 for the 24-hour health line, and see this flier for more information.
- For Kaiser members, call 303-338-4545 (TTY 711) for the 24-hour health line, and see this flier for more information.
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Win an "I Heart Denver" Package with
I Give for Team DPS
Employee Giving Campaign
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Join
I Give for Team DPS by 5 p.m. on
Friday, Nov. 22, and you'll be eligible to win a package to explore Denver highlights! Grab a group of friends and enjoy beer, wine, a movie, musical, comedy show and rodeo! Sign up at
dpsfoundation.org/dpsemployees
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*No contribution necessary to qualify for weekly prizes.
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Terry Balous Jr.
Paraprofessional, Westerly Creek Elementary
Students First
“Terry Balous Jr. (TJ) has been a professional in our Autism Program for a number of years here at Westerly Creek. Regardless of whether the elements outside are rain, sleet, snow or sunshine, each morning TJ waits curbside to receive students in the program, ensuring that they have a friendly face to greet them each morning. To see the students in his care and the manner in which they interact with him and respond to him speaks volumes about how comfortable they feel with him and how he makes the feel safe and supported.
Not only does TJ make sure he is meeting the needs of the students in his program, but he also operates with that same level of care and compassion for all students in our building. A true gentle giant, TJ exemplifies the DPS Shared Core Value of putting Students First to make sure that each of their individual needs are being met, but also operates with Integrity to do what's right and Equity to ensure that every student in his care receives what they need to give them the best educational experience possible. He is a true asset to our building, and we are grateful to have him!”
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Brian Tarver, Westerly Creek Elementary
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