Abraham Lincoln High School Receives National Council of Excellence Award |
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Abraham Lincoln High School’s student council has made DPS history by being the first ever school to receive a National Gold Council of Excellence award by the National Asssociation of Student Councils.
According to Assistant Commissioner Rashaan Davis, who oversees Student Leadership at the state level, this honor is given to school student councils that are very active on the local, state and national levels.
Lincoln’s student council is made up of 35 students and is led by Cassandra Tafoya. Congratulations on your incredible achievement, Lincoln Student Council!
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DPS Schools Show Up and Out at 5A Speech and Debate State Competition |
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For the second year in a row, George Washington High School's Speech and Debate team secured the CHSAA Sweepstakes State Championship Title. The Patriots' team won the sweepstakes titles in both speech and debate, as well as the overall sweepstakes. East High School placed third in the overall sweepstakes and second in the speech sweepstakes. Denver School of the Arts celebrated a first-place win for one of the competitions.
See all of DPS’ first-place individual and duo competition winners below:
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Duo Interpretation: Denver East, Elias Goss and Elijah Goss
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Interpretation of Humor: GWHS, Gabriela Fox
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Informative Speaking: GWHS, Lindsay Sieja
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International Extemporaneous Speaking: Denver East, Fiona Macdonald
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Original Oratory: GWHS, Ivan Levitt
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National Extemporaneous Speaking: Denver East, Rae Tatel
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Policy Debate: GWHS – Close-out, Caroline Mabey and Flynn Good; Greta Batchelor and Maddie Hosking
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Public Forum Debate: DSA, Hayden Ferrandino and Reina Kushihashi
There were many runner-ups from DPS schools; click here to see the final championship rankings. The National Speech and Debate tournament will take place June 16-21 in Des Moines, Iowa. Good luck to the 41 DPS students who qualified!
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DPS Student Voice and Leadership at National Geographic Photocamp |
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Over spring break, students from the Young African American and Latinx Leaders (YAALL) program and Manual High School Student Board of Education (SBOE) team participated in the National Geographic Photocamp. Students had the opportunity to learn from professional National Geographic explorers Sofia Jaramillo and Obayomi Anthony on how to use photography to tell their stories while exploring the great outdoors.
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Teacher Appreciation Week: Last Day for Students to Submit Quotes |
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Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner, taking place May 6-10! In celebration, DPS invites our students to recognize their favorite teachers by sharing what they love most about them.
Work with the students in your life to tell us why they love their teachers by completing this short form by today. Please note that submissions may be featured on the DPS website and DPS social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn).
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Montbello Prepares to Open its New Campus to Students in Fall 2024 |
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In early spring, the contractor team behind the new Montbello High School led tours for members of the Montbello community to see the progress of the new build. The “Reimagine Montbello'' project is a $139 million dollar bond investment in education in the Far Northeast. Experience the virtual tour in our recap video. Montbello’s new campus will open its doors to students in fall 2024. Thank you, Denver voters!
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Thomas Jefferson High School Web Design Class Inspires Career Paths |
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Thomas Jefferson High School students are taking charge and making change! Advanced web design students at Thomas Jefferson recently pitched their web designs for a new school website.
“This is not a class that is offered in every school district. This is not a class you find even within school districts,” said Jacob Turner, DPS Web Designer. “And having that real-world experience is what sets us apart.”
Learn about Thomas Jefferson's web design course and how it is pushing students to seriously consider career paths in technology and design. Watch the full video here.
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EDUCA DPS Podcast: Bullying Prevention |
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In this week’s episode of the EDUCA DPS Podcast, our hosts are joined by Grant Van Pelt, Wes Ogburn and Carson Biederman, members of the DPS Team who all have a hand in bullying prevention.
“Problems are going to come up between students all the time that are not going to be categorized as bullying,” said Biederman. “Conflict is a totally normal part of human interactions. If there is equal power and they are disagreeing, then it is just conflict. But if there is an imbalance of power, if there is intentional harm, then it's bullying.”
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Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 21-27) |
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April 21-27 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week. To kick off our celebration of our DPS volunteers, check out our Volunteer Appreciation Week video! We are grateful for our family, employee and community volunteers who answer the call and make a positive difference.
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DPS Discount Days: Colorado Rockies |
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Join us in supporting the Colorado Rockies today as they take on the Seattle Mariners at Coors Field. Tickets start at $15 and $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the DPS Foundation! Buy your tickets today.
Other fundraising games with the Colorado Rockies this summer include:
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May 12 at 1:10 p.m. vs Texas Rangers
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May 27 at 2:10 p.m. vs Cleveland Guardians
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June 15 at 7:10 p.m. vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
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How to Get Financial Aid for College |
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Financial aid can significantly alleviate the burden of tuition, textbooks and living expenses. By filling out the FAFSA or CASFA, students unlock access to various forms of aid, including grants, scholarships and work-study opportunities.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your school counselor or DSF college advisor.
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RSVP: Strategies for Navigating the CO Education System |
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In collaboration with the Black Parent Network, FACE University is hosting a four-part virtual series, Navigating the Colorado Education System. Our goal is to empower Black families with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the Colorado education system effectively. All DPS families and staff are welcome to attend. RSVP to receive the Zoom link! We are giving away tickets to Denver Museum of Nature and Science, The Children's Museum and History CO! Email Jasmine Rigby for more information.
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Exploring Career Paths: Join Us at DPS Career Opportunity Events |
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Are you excited about exploring career opportunities within DPS? Join us for three upcoming events hosted by the Community Hubs and Talent Acquisition team! Gain insights into the diverse career paths available at DPS during our informational sessions. Meet with recruiters and workforce coordinators who will be on hand to guide you through your journey and assist you in taking the first steps. Join us and discover the exciting possibilities within DPS!
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Friday, April 26, 10 a.m.-noon, hosted at Southeast Community Hub at Place Bridge Academy.
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Friday, May 3, 10 a.m.-noon, hosted at Central Community Hub at Swansea Elementary.
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May 14, 10 a.m.-noon, Far Northeast Community Hub at Amesse Elementary.
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