Broncos Cheerleaders and Mascot Join Forces for SAT Prep Pep Rally |
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DPS rolled out the red carpet for an exciting kick off event with the Denver Broncos Cheerleaders and Miles the Mascot to promote free SAT tutoring to 11th graders, provided by Tutored by Teachers.
The Denver Broncos Cheerleaders and Miles the Mascot hit the court during the halftime show of the East vs. South High School basketball game. Their electrifying performance wasn't just for entertainment – it was a rallying cry to fire up our 11th graders to seize the incredible opportunity of free SAT tutoring!
Deputy Superintendent, Dr. Tony Smith also shared insights on academic success and the opportunities the SAT unlocks for our students. Watch the spirited video.
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Marrero Moment: Charles M. Schenck Community School |
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In this episode of the Marrero Moment, CMS Community School hosted the Instructional Rounds for dual language collaborators and staff across DPS.
This collaborative approach enhances professional development and empowers leaders to collectively implement effective strategies for continuous improvement in our educational community. CMS models the behavior and excellence they hope to see in the community, ensuring every student is able to take pride in their bilingual superpowers and have their specific needs met with care and attention. This is done through constant data analysis and data-driven instruction protocols to better cater to every student's learning goals.
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BESS Deadline Extended to Friday, Feb. 2 |
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The middle-of-year BESS deadline has been extended to Friday, Feb. 2. Please complete this screening form to provide input on your child’s mental health and social-emotional well-being.
To learn more about the BESS in DPS, click here to view FAQ fliers, which are available in multiple languages.
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Last Chance: Free SAT Bootcamp -- Register by Monday! |
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Monday, Jan. 29 is the last day to enroll your 11th-grader in our eight-week SAT prep course starting Feb. 5. High SAT scores are crucial for college admission. As a bonus, participants could win $500 in a drawing to support student learning! Visit www.dpsk12.org/freesat to learn more and register. Questions? Email dps@tutored.live.
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Meet Denny: DPS's New Chatbot |
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We are pleased to introduce "Denny," DPS’ newly integrated chatbot, now featured on the DPS Careers website and set to launch across the entire district website soon. Denny adeptly navigates our platform to provide timely and relevant information 24/7. With its intuitive design and exceptional efficiency, Denny promises to redefine your user experience on our website. Remarkably, Denny supports 12 languages, transcending linguistic barriers and fostering inclusive communication. Whether you have inquiries or seek guidance, Denny is at your service. |
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Join the Kids Heart Challenge for a Healthy School Year |
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Last year, 37 DPS schools participated, 2,487 students embraced health challenges and 617 families learned CPR and stroke awareness. Contributing to this success, participating schools earned $24,140 in givebacks for new PE equipment. Contact Marie Quinn to participate in the 2023-24 school year.
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Spring Parent Teacher Home Visit Week: March 4-10 |
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Spring Parent Teacher Home Visit (PTHV) Week is coming up March 4-10! PTHVs are a great way to build relationships and trust between educators, students and families. The schools that complete the most visits during this week will win a prize for staff and participating families! Want to know more about the program? Visit the PTHV page. Help us reach our end-of-year goal of 8,500 visits!
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Social-Emotional Learning for Families Online at FACE University |
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Thursday, Feb. 1, 9-10 a.m.: ED Care -- This workshop educates parents and school staff members on EDCare's services. RSVP here.
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Thursday, Feb. 8, 5-6 p.m.: Social-Emotional Learning 101 -- Join us to learn what SEL is, how it is used in schools and why it is important. RSVP here.
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Tuesday, March 5, 5-6 p.m.: Social-Emotional Learning At Home -- Learn how to bring SEL skills to life in your home for yourself, your child and your family. RSVP here.
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Upcoming Community Hub and Talent Acquisition Career Opportunities |
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Do you know any parents or caregivers who might be interested in a role with DPS? The Community Hubs and Talent Acquisition team are hosting two career opportunity events. There will be an informational session about the different career opportunities with DPS, as well as recruiters and workforce coordinators on site to support with any questions and to assist with getting applications submitted.
- Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Far Northeast Community Hub at John H. Amesse Elementary
- Friday, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Southwest Community Hub at Johnson Elementary
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DPS Summer 2024 Camp Offerings |
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Registration for the Discovery Link Summer Camp is now open. The program will be offered at 15 schools across the District. Registration for Exploration Enrichment Summer Camp at University Park will open on Monday, Jan. 29 at 6 a.m. Both programs are eight-week camps, running from June 10 through Aug. 2. For more information and to register for these camps, visit our Summer Camps Website or email discovery_link@dpsk12.org.
In addition to these camps, we will also be offering an ELCSports Summer Camp at South High School. This camp will be a multi-sport offering and more information will be coming soon.
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Upcoming Webinar: Healthy Youth and Adult Relationships: Identities, Rights and Realities |
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Culinary Arts Graduates from Emily Griffith Technical College Can Now Apply Credits to Degree at Metropolitan State University of Denver |
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Emily Griffith and Metropolitan State University (MSU) of Denver have partnered to provide a new advanced educational pathway for culinary arts students. Upon graduation from the Culinary Arts program, 17 credits can be applied toward graduation requirements within the School of Hospitality at MSU Denver. This is an attractive option for those who may want to pursue leadership or management positions in the hospitality industry.
This is the first articulation agreement between Emily Griffith’s College of Creative Arts and Design and MSU Denver. Emily Griffith Technical College is committed to engaging in meaningful partnerships that create opportunities for all who wish to learn.
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