Calling All Students: Share What Makes Your Teachers Great! |
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Teacher Appreciation Week is 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 Friday, April 19. Please note that submissions may be featured on the DPS website and DPS social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn).
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Teacher Appreciation Week Discounts |
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Each year, we compile a list of businesses offering exclusive discounts and perks for educators as a token of gratitude for all they do for their students and schools. Are you a local business owner or part of an organization offering educators exclusive discounts? Email communications@dpsk12.org!
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ICYMI: "La Raza Report" Release |
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“La Raza Report” emerged from a research project conducted by The Multicultural Leadership Center, LLC and examines the experiences of the Latino community in Denver Public Schools over several decades. Explore recommendations for improving experiences for Latino students, families and employees in DPS by reading the full report and the executive summary at dpsk12.org/laraza.
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DPS Foundation Achieve Gala Sneak Peak |
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Northfield High School Poms gave DPS Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero a run for his money during the DPS Foundation Achieve Gala dance practice! These incredible dancers showcase their skills and, in the process, teach Dr. Marrero a few new moves to get him primed for the DPS Foundation Achieve Gala on Thursday, April 11.
Zoie, a junior at Northfield, says Dr. Marrero has been “putting attitude into it!” and is impressed with his efforts.
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Black Voices in Color Podcast: Black Movies |
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In the latest episode of the Black Voices in Color podcast, our hosts discuss Black movies that have influenced their experience. Watch on YouTube or listen on your favorite podcast platform.
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DPS EDUCA Podcast: Student Voice and Leadership |
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The DPS EDUCA podcast hosts are joined by staff members and students of the Student Voice and Leadership (SVL) program. With Challenge 5280 on the horizon, this showcase, spearheaded by the SVL participants, sees student leaders presenting policy solutions and leading educational workshops to foster collaboration in DPS. Students from across the district showcase their initiatives through competition, engage in meaningful dialogue and inspire change on a broader scale.
“Student voice and leadership is important to me because I think it allows kids to utilize their voice in a good way,” said Sesina, a junior at Northfield High School. “I think everyone has a voice, but they may not know how to use it.”
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Our Stories, Our Voices: Celebrating Black Literature |
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Join us for a family day on Saturday, April 13, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library (2401 Welton St., Denver, CO 80205).
📚Free books, library cards and food will be provided.
Our guest author, A'Sauni McClure, is an 11-year-old entrepreneur who will teach us how to self-publish our own creations! RSVP here. If you have any questions, please contact Iyana Hunter.
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Navigate Special Education Services and IEPs with FACE |
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FACE has partnered with Show+Tell to offer two classes to help families in supporting their children. These trainings are to guide families in navigating Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings and give them the skills to fully understand and be active participants in their child's individualized education. The trainings will take place at the Southeast Community Hub at Place Bridge Academy and on Zoom. Register here. Food, childcare and interpretation will be provided!
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How Special Education Works: What are the Rules?: Wednesday, April 10, from 4-6:30 p.m.
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How Does the IEP Work?: April 24 from 4-6:30 p.m.
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GWHS Makes a Huge Impact at FIRST Robotics Competition |
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In March, George Washington High School's robotics team, The Kraken, received the Impact Award at the University of Denver’s FIRST Robotics Competition. The Impact Award is FIRST's most prestigious award, created to honor teams demonstrating greater levels of respect and honor for science and technology, as well as to encourage more of today’s youth to become science and technology leaders.
Judges noted, "This team's presentation blew [us] out of the water. Their engagement with other teams proves that collaboration amplifies impact. Their tentacled outreach approach serves and engages multiple marginalized communities in FIRST. They leverage intelligent design to make their outreach efforts transferrable and accessible for other teams. Their embodiment of diversity, equity and inclusion ensures that everyone Under the Sea can realize their full potential."
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Upcoming Webinar: Mental Health Issues Facing Denver Youth |
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ELCSports Summer Camp -- Space Available! |
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Extended Learning and Community Schools is proud to launch our first-ever sport-focused summer camp at South High School! These weekly camps will help students build athletic skills and prepare them for ELCSports -- DPS' only district-run elementary sports league. For more information and to register, click here. If you have any questions, please reach out to elcsports@dpsk12.net.
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Spring Into April with eBooks |
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Check out this month’s ebook collections on Sora. From specific days to month-long collections, there’s something for you. If you don’t see a title in Sora that you want, submit a Title Request. Check out the DPS Library Services website for more information and resources.
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Safe Gun Storage Resources |
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At Denver Public Schools, our top priority is to keep our students, staff and families safe. One aspect of this is keeping our community informed on gun violence prevention safety measures and available resources.
A temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) provides a way to intervene before warning signs escalate into tragedies without going through the criminal court system. This can be filed by a family or household member, law enforcement officer, licensed health-care professional or mental health professional and educator. For information on the process to file an ERPO and relevant resources, call 855-999-3776 to reach the 24/7 ERPO Hotline or visit Colorado’s Self-Help ERPO page.
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