Teacher Weekly
Sept. 8, 2021
2021-22 DPS 'Your Voice/Tu Voz Surveys' Begin Sept. 27
Dear Educators,

In a time of change and readjustments, we know it has never been more important to hear from the DPS community to understand what's working and what can be improved. The DPS Your Voice/Tu Voz Student and Family Surveys aim to do just that, as they offer a chance for students, families, and staff to share about their experiences in DPS. Responses to the survey inform decisions on how we can better serve our DPS community. 

The survey will begin on Sept. 27, and we encourage you to take the survey and please share the value of participation with your students. Team DPS and student surveys will be sent to DPS email addresses. Future surveys will be administered in January and May to continue capturing this valuable feedback. 

Thank you for your support in making this year’s valuable DPS Your Voice/Tu Voz Surveys successful!

Many thanks,
Mike and Tamara
This Week's Top 5 Things to Know
Ensure IC is Accurate Ahead of Student Perception Surveys
The fall window for Student Perception Surveys (SPS) is Oct. 9-Nov. 15 for third- through 12th-grade teachers. Please help ensure you are correctly tied to your students in Infinite Campus (IC) and address any issues with your IC scheduler. All teachers will be given the option of administering the SPS again during the February window. The opt-in form for that window will become available in December. If you have questions, email LEAP@dpsk12.org.
September Teal Day: Session Guide
Please review the Session Guide to find and register for September Teal Day sessions. Please note: Some sessions will be held virtually while others will be held in person at East High School. Like August Teal Day, you will be able to engage in singular offerings, as well as year-long cohorts. If you were unable to attend a cohorted session on August Teal Day and would like to be added to the cohort -- or you attended a cohorted session and do not wish to continue with the cohort -- there will be an add-drop period from now through Sept. 27. Registration closes end of day Sept. 23. Please review this FAQ or submit questions here.
Paid PD Opportunities: Thrive Fellowship and Aspiring Teacher Leader of Color Cohort
Thrive Fellowship
The Leadership Pathways and Development team is currently accepting applications for the 2021-22 Thrive Fellowship. The Thrive Fellowship is an opportunity for Senior/Team Leads, who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and are in year one or two of the role. Participants will meet as a professional learning community to deepen their understanding of transformational leadership and will focus on continued development aligned to the Senior/Team Lead role. This seven-month cohort experience comes with a $1,200 annual stipend. 

Aspiring Teacher Leader of Color Cohort
The Leadership Pathways and Development team designed the 2021-22 Aspiring Teacher Leader of Color Cohort experience to support teachers of color in developing adaptive and technical skills aligned to the Senior/Team Lead role. The cohort will focus on cultivating leaders for equity who aspire to become Senior/ Team Leads. This five-month cohort experience comes with a $900 annual stipend.

Apply for one or both of these cohort opportunities to build your professional network and earn an annual stipend. Applications for each are due by end of day Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Register for PDU Application Workshop on Sept. 21
Are you interested in leading a PDU, or learning more about the application process? The Professional Learning team will host a virtual PDU application workshop on Sept. 21 from 4-5 p.m. Learn more and register here. The final deadline for year-long PDU applications is Oct. 1.
Cultural Moments: Hispanic Heritage Month
Is your school or community planning an event or project to honor and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month? We want to spotlight your work in our celebrating Cultural Moments! Contact Erin Lynne to share your school’s plans and information.
Additional Resources and Opportunities
Click here to learn more about these resources and opportunities: 

  • Whetstone Renamed to SchoolMint Grow

  • ECE Update: The Bookies Book Orders

  • Bridges Curriculum Login Update Reminder

  • Fifth-Grade Bridges Math Illuminate Pilot

  • Everfi Resources for Prevention Now Available

  • Help End Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products in Denver
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