EDUCA Podcast: Transformative Social Emotional Learning (tSEL) |
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On this week's EDUCA Podcast, Troy Alexander and Saira Galindo Vazquez -- members of the Transformative Social Emotional Learning (tSEL) team for DPS -- discuss the differences between tSEL and mental health, how tSEL improves academics and how tSEL connects to culture and equity.
“That's the culture piece of social-emotional learning, the transformative piece. Students are using their voices and listening to what they need. The more we learn about who they are, the better off our students are,” said Troy Alexander.
“tSEL is about creating the space where students feel comfortable, when students feel seen they are more likely to be successful academically," said Saira Galindo Vazques.
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College Celebrates Bond-Funded Athletic Facility Expansion |
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Last week, students and community members gathered at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Early College (DMLK) to celebrate their new athletic facilities with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event honored the hard work and dedication that went into the project. Speakers shared gratitude for the Denver taxpayers who voted in 2016 to pass a bond. Thanks to Denver taxpayers, the school received over $20 million in funding.
The school received a new CHSAA soccer field and a new CHSAA gymnasium and multiple support spaces including: training rooms, an athletic office, locker rooms, restrooms, storage, concessions, ticket sales stands and a “Hall of Fame'' corridor connecting the existing main entry to the new wing.
“I urge you all to listen to the voices today that helped make this dream a reality and to let yourself be inspired by their dedication to students and to the work they do,” said Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero. Watch the video recap of the special ceremony.
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Marrero Moment -- Collaborative Meeting at Palmer Elementary |
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Join Dr. Marrero in the newest installment of the Marrero Moment as he visits Palmer Elementary for a collaborative meeting. Principal Dawn Salter accompanies Dr. Marrero in this special edition of the series. These collaborative gatherings offer principals from similar schools a chance to engage, learn and exchange best practices. Watch the full episode here.
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West High School Ensures All are Warm and Welcomed! |
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West High School has launched a food and clothing bank to make sure that its community, including many new arrivals to the country, has what it needs this winter. Ana Arteaga, DPS Student and Family Liaison, has partnered with community organizations and the West neighborhood to collect numerous donations. She has leveraged and organized DPS staff as well as volunteers to set up a "store" inside the school where families can shop during the school day and by appointment. Her efforts are truly making a difference for West families. Kudos to Ana and to West High School for ensuring that all are warm and welcome!
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FACE Community Partner Celebration |
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On Nov. 29, the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) team hosted a community partner celebration at CEC Early College to thank organizations backing DPS students and families.
Approximately 25 community organizations attended the event, where they had the opportunity to connect with partners, discuss new ideas for collaboration and enjoy a meal prepared by the culinary students from the Elliot St. Cafe at CEC.
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Mark you Calendar! Wednesday, Dec. 13 MLE DAC Meeting |
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Join the Multilingual Education (MLE) District Advisory Committee (DAC) on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 9-11 a.m., at the Montbello Recreation Center. Register here.
This month, we are hosting the Career & College Success team amd will share additional information on the Seal of Biliteracy. Breakfast, childcare and interpretation services will be available. For more information, explore the event fliers, visit the MLE DAC website or contact Olga Olivas at 720-423-3058.
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Substance Use Prevention Webinar Series: 12 Years of Recreational Marijuana in Colorado -- Past, Present and Future |
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On Jan. 10, join us to learn about the impacts that the legalization of recreational marijuana has had on Colorado, what the current landscape is and what is on the horizon. Julie Dreifaldt from One Chance to Grow Up will share what we have learned during the past 12 years, and what we need to know to protect Colorado kids in the future. Click here to register.
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Winter Spirit Week: Dec. 11-15 |
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Join the Culture, Equity and Leadership team in celebrating the end of the year with a fun-filled Winter Spirit Week! Spirit Week kicks off Monday, Dec. 11 with Slippers and Socks and ends Friday, Dec. 15 with Festive Friday! Click here to view the week’s events and upload photos/videos of your participation here.
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