Celebrate Women's History Month |
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Women's History Month was created to celebrate the many achievements that women have made in the face of inequities. For our students, knowing women's history and their achievements expands their sense of what is possible. For all of us, knowledge of women's history builds respect and honor. As a district, we will be honoring one woman nominated from each school or department that is creating "HER" story within the team or department. Nominees will be honored on Friday, March 24 at an awards ceremony at GALS Denver. To nominate a woman, fill out this form by Friday, March 17. More information on how we are celebrating Women's History Month can be found here. If you have any questions, contact Lilly Brown.
Women of Color Unsung Heroes Nomination
To celebrate Women’s History Month, the Women of Color (WOC) Belong Group is honoring women of color that are “Unsung Heroes” in their school or department. Everyday throughout March, the WOC Belong Group will spotlight and celebrate women of color who are dedicated to uplifting DPS students, families, staff, and the community. Read about each nominee on the WOC Belong Twitter and Instagram pages. Nominate a woman of color to be honored by the WOC Belong Group in the Unsung Heroes Women’s History Recognition campaign. If you have questions, contact KG Kujjo.
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Summer Program Information |
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Reminder: Registration for Summer Connections Now Open
Registration is now open for Summer Connections -- a fun, five-week program that exposes students to content from their upcoming grade. All rising first- through fifth-grade DPS students are encouraged to apply!
Summer Connections:
- Is no cost to families.
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Provides full-day programming from June 12-July 14. (No school on June 19 and July 4.)
- Centers around literacy, math, science and hands-on learning.
Want to get involved in Summer Connections? Check the DPS job board and login with your credentials to view opportunities. Please note: Summer Connections jobs are open to internal candidates only. If you have any questions, email EAL@dpsk12.net.
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Share Achieving Excellence Academy Summer Learning Opportunity with Current 8th-and 9th-Graders
The Culture, Equity and Leadership Team (CELT) is excited to announce year two of the Achieving Excellence Academy (AEA)! AEA is a cultural summer program for diverse, rising ninth- and 10th-grade students. Learn more and encourage students to apply by April 7.
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This Week's Top 5 Things to Know |
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Summer Professional Learning Guide Available |
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The Summer 2023 Professional Learning guide for teachers and SSPs is now available. See what professional learning is required and available for you. Registration and location information will be added by April 28. Email professional_learning@dpsk12.org if you have questions.
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Celebrate National School Social Work Week |
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This week is School Social Work Week! Share your appreciation for school social workers in helping students achieve academic success. Take time to recognize the role your school social workers play in supporting students, administrators, teachers, educators, parents and the community.
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Register Now for the New Professional Development Unit Design Course |
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The Professional Learning team will be offering a Professional Development Unit (PDU) Design course this spring for those interested in designing and leading a Professional Development Unit. The course begins Monday, March 20 and is open to current and aspiring PDU leaders. This 15-hour course supports leaders in preparing a PDU application, including developing an action research plan and syllabus. Earn one grade change credit upon course completion. Find more information and register here.
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Apply Now: Join the Special Education Affective Needs (AN) Advisory Committee |
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The application window to apply for the Special Education Affective Needs (AN) Advisory Committee is open now through Thursday, March 16. The purpose of the committee is to give the DPS community and staff an opportunity to provide input on the direction and actions that DPS central and school teams can take to address the disparities.
Apply or nominate a colleague to join the AN advisory committee using this link. The application is available in Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, French, Mandarin, Nepali, Somali and Vietnamese. Contact Dr. Charlie Merrow, Director of Special Education Compliance if you have any questions.
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Application Now Open for Educators Take Flight! |
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The inaugural Educators Take Flight application window is now open! Educators Take Flight seeks to remove flight costs as a barrier to accessing top quality professional development opportunities for DPS educators. To take advantage of this opportunity, your school budget must be able to cover the cost of programs and accommodations. Reach out to Jenny at jmartin@dpsfoundation.org if you have any questions.
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Additional Resources and Opportunities |
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Click here to learn more about these resources and opportunities:
- Register for Spring Regis University Graduate Educate Info Session March 9
- Amplify Science Lesson Slides Available
- Register for On-demand Professional Development from Amplify Science
- Register for Middle School STEAM Summit by April 14
- Girls Who Code: Deadline to Receive $500 Amazon Wishlist and other Prizes Approaching
- Local Assessment Development
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