Our DPS Weekly
April 21, 2023
Happy Earth Month: DPS Collaborates with Group14 Engineering to Reach Sustainability Goals!
Director of Sustainability LeeAnn Kittle began working for the district in April 2020. Soon after her arrival, and at the beginning of a global pandemic, passionate students began approaching LeeAnn asking for DPS to pass a climate resolution. In just a couple of years, they achieved that goal by passing the Climate Action Plan. 

Thanks in part to the endeavor of these diligent students, steps were taken to create a detailed strategy to reach the goals set forth by the Climate Action Plan. A Financial Impact Assessment, paid for with bond reserve dollars from 2016, was conducted using an outside consultancy firm, Group14 Engineering. Group14 Engineering specializes in the energy and resource efficiency of building design. 
Pictured: Celeste Cizik, CEO and President of Group14 Engineering
In honor of Earth Month, read our interview with the CEO of Group14, Celeste Cizik, and learn more about the collaboration between LeeAnn, Celeste and our committed DPS students and what it means for the future of DPS.

“What is exciting about this work is that it attached real world projects to climate goals. Many organizations and governments are setting strong goals, but it is an important next step to understand the projects that are needed, how much they will cost and when changes should be considered.” - says Cizik.
EDUCA - School-Based Health Centers
Aurora Soto, a School-Based Health Clinic Manager for Denver Health, and Bryan Rodriguez, an Outreach and Operations Supervisor at Denver Health, are our esteemed guests in this week's Educa Podcast. In partnership with Denver Health, DPS operates 19 school-based health clinics.

Students who visit these clinics can receive physicals, vaccines and other basic healthcare services for free. School-based health centers play an important role in keeping our students healthy so they can focus on excelling in the classroom. Watch these important conversations in English and Spanish. 
Denver Public Schools Retiree Luncheon Video Recap
The Denver Public Schools Retired Employees Association (DPSREA) luncheon is an incredible opportunity to celebrate the extended DPS family. These educators have paved the way for the future of the district through the impact they’ve had in their many years with DPS. Even now, many continue to stay engaged and serve in different capacities. DPS appreciates all educators and staff, including those who have left their mark on our district and on our city, and continue to make our school district a place where students can thrive.
Marrero Moment: Dr. Marrero Answers Student Questions!
Today’s episode is a Marrero Moment fan favorite -- your personal questions are answered! Hear from Dr. Alex Marrero about his experiences in fifth -and sixth-grade band class playing the trumpet, his call to action for Latino and Hispanic families interested in participating in district leadership and his views on equitable opportunities for highly gifted students.

If you’d like the chance to have your questions answered in a future episode of Marrero Moment, please submit using this link.
Learn About Programs Offered at Emily Griffith and RSVP for Spring Info Sessions Now
Learn about Emily Griffith Technical College! Each session will focus on one of our colleges and its different program offerings. Enjoy light snacks, take a campus tour and learn about program enrollment and upcoming start dates. Our recruiters will be able to answer any questions. Spring Registration is almost here, and classes fill up fast.

Select the info session of your interest for more information and RSVP now!


Each session will be held from 5-6:30 p.m.
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