Manager Monthly
October 2023
Apply by Nov. 17 for the 2024 Planning Committee
DPS is considering asking voters for tax funds to support a bond proposal in 2024, and we want our educators to have a voice on where and how these funds would best serve current and future students.

The 2024 Community Planning and Advisory Committee (CPAC) will play a critical role in creating recommendations on future school construction projects and improved technology, among other essential investments. The proposed initiatives will help us ensure quality learning environments for all students, support our staff and meaningfully engage our DPS families. We’re currently accepting applications from members of the DPS community, including parents/guardians, students, educators and alumni.

Fill out the CPAC application today! Applications are available in English and in Spanish.

Please share with those who may be interested in your school communities. Please visit ourwordourbonddps.org for more information and contact-Melissa Rosales with questions.
Updates & FYI
District Map Now Available
You can find school addresses and locations across DPS using the new 2023-24 District Map! The map is now available in downloadable PDF and interactive web versions on the SchoolChoice website. 
 
A limited number of printed copies will be available soon. If you'd like to request printed copies of the district map, please submit this form. 
If you have questions, please contact Danielle Lewis.
Introducing the Comprehensive Calendar
We are proud to launch a district calendar called the Comprehensive Planning Calendar for the 2023-24 school year and beyond. Designed to foster cohesion across the district, the Comprehensive Planning Calendar will list the dates, deadlines, and/or events that school leaders should know. Examples include:

  • Required trainings/actions for specific roles
  • Assessments, Surveys and Evaluation Windows
  • Student and community advisory committee meetings…and more!

New information will be added to the calendar on an ongoing basis. To add this calendar to your Google account, please click here. To learn more about calendars, please visit Google’s Calendar help page. To add your team’s information to the calendar, please get in touch with your office EA for your team’s calendar point of contact.
Announcing the Strengthening our PaCT Initiative
The Strengthening Our PaCT (Parent Communication Technologies) project is an all-DPS collaboration led by the Communications Department. This effort will improve the web-based communication tools used by Denver Public Schools, including DPSK12.org and all departmental and school websites. The vision of this project is that, as a result of its full implementation, Denver Public Schools will have the most comprehensive, equitable and understandable web presence of any school district in the United States. For more information, please visit dpsk12.org/strengthening-our-pact/.
Support October Happenings with Discovery Education
Happy October! This month is full of celebrations and excitement! Check out the resource guides below from Discovery Education! All DPS staff and students have access via Clever Portal or Schoology Homepage. Click here for a quick tutorial. 
 
 
Finally, register here for VirtCon! Virtcon is a virtual professional learning event on Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to noon and educators will be able to receive credit for attending the event. If you have questions, reach out to Deanna.
Growth and Performance
Special Service Provider (SSP) Evaluations
If you are an evaluator of Special Services Providers (SSPs), please take time to read this FAQ for information regarding SSP evaluations. If you have further questions, please see the SSP Commons page or reach out to SSP_GPS@dpsk12.org.
LIFT Leaders- Cascade Priorities and Set LIFT Goals

As a reminder, the timeline for leaders to cascade district priorities and for teams/individuals to set goals was extended to Oct 13. To learn about the cascade process, download and watch this 10-minute screencast (click on the blue download button after opening.) Contact your manager if you have not received the 2023-24 LIFT Tracker for your Office/Department.  

Email LIFT with any questions and visit the LIFT page on the Commons throughout the year for information and resources.
Department of Mental Health: Student Safety

DPS Department of Mental Health will offer Free QPR training to any interested staff. 

What is QPR? Question. Persuade. and Refer. (QPR) is a gatekeeper training for suicide prevention. The training is a 1-2 hour educational program designed to teach the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. 

Upcoming trainings: 
Resources
The Ombuds Office is Here For You

The Office of the Ombuds provides DPS Employees with confidential, independent, impartial and informal assistance in resolving work-related concerns, conflicts and issues.

Employees who visit the Ombuds Office may do so for many reasons. The office seeks to empower individuals to overcome their disputes, conflicts and barriers by helping them find options for the best possible resolution.
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