2025-26 School Year Calendar

The student parking lot gate that faces Josephine Street will be open at dismissal but, will be closed promptly afterwards and remain closed in the mornings. We hope this alleviates afternoon traffic. Please keep in mind that all students are required to obey all traffic laws and school policies. 

We appreciate your continued understanding and support and will keep you informed about this matter moving forward.

Please ensure all Lime and electric scooters,bikes are parked in the bike rack area in front of the school. If scooters are parked in various areas around the school, they become a hazard to passing cars and pedestrians. Thank you!

Need some East swag AND want to support our amazing teachers at East? We are cleaning out the storage closets, and all proceeds go towards Teacher Appreciation Week. 

Item of the Week (2/27 - 3/5): Red Rain Jacket - $35 each

Please note: Limited Quantities Available! Online purchase only. You will receive an email when your order is ready for pickup at the EHS Main Office (2nd floor). 

Link to item: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZI5ZQ2XQU04MZG_ZZ69W9L8Q3MTNQE

ICYMI! Last week's ITEM OF THE WEEK: 
Heathered Beanie ($12) Available HERE
We still have a few available, order now before they sell out! 

IF YOU HAVE PLACED AN ORDER FOR A PREVIOUS ITEM, PLEASE ENSURE YOU STOP BY THE MAIN OFFICE TO PICK IT UP! WE DO NOT MAIL ORDERS.

A special thank you to Meghan Ireland for coordinating East High School’s Eighth Annual Health and Resource Fair for Students and Staff. As one of the largest traditional high schools in Denver Public Schools, serving more than 2,400 students, East is committed to preparing all students to become healthy, active citizens ready for academic and career success beyond graduation.

Meghan understands that preparing students for success goes beyond academics. Supporting the development of the whole scholar is essential. For the past eight years, the East High School Physical Education Department, in partnership with the East High Nursing Health Office, has hosted this important event to increase awareness of and access to valuable community health resources for students and their families.

This annual fair continues to reflect East’s strong commitment to student wellness and the overall success of its school community. Thank you for the teachers who brought their classes to this event as we had over 900 student attendees and this would not have been possible without your support.

**Make up Testing Begins Monday April 20th at 8:20 in the Library**

- From April 14th - 17th East High School students will participate in SAT, PSAT, and CMAS Science tests as required by the state of Colorado. 

- This is a chance for students and their families to get feedback on student progress and college readiness. 

- All 11th grade students taking the SAT free of charge have the opportunity to send their scores to colleges to be considered for admissions decisions.

- Parents or guardians who would like to decline their student’s College Board approved testing accommodations for the April administration of the SAT or PSAT should email our Site Assessment Leader Jessica Perkins at jperkin@dpsk12.net by March 13th. Any requests made after that date may not be guaranteed because accommodations are built into the digital testing format. 

- These test scores affect East High School’s ratings on the state of Colorado’s School Performance Framework.

- The guardian of a Denver Public Schools student, can request to excuse their child from participating in the state assessments. If you wish to opt your child out, follow the directions at:

Parent Opt Out Instructions English

Parent Opt Out Instructions Spanish

- Please note: only opt your child out of the specific test(s) you do not wish them to take. For example, if you do not want your student to take the CMAS test only but DO want them to take the SAT, then you will only choose CMAS. If you choose all tests, then their P/SAT registration will also be removed. 

- The deadline for opting out is February 27th. After this date any opt out requests need to be in writing and directed to mark_saucedo@dpsk12.net. 

East Theatre Company Presents ... Mamma Mia!

- March 12th-14th at 6 pm

- March 15th at 2 pm

Tickets are on sale at https://www.eastangelstheater.com/ Tickets are $10 for students & $15 for adults.

Stay up to date on all Athletic events by visiting the Athletics calendar!

With Spring Tryouts/Practices starting over the next several weeks, we wanted to provide you all with the following information. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Head Coach of individual sports for more information.  

Please follow the link below to begin the registration process. Remember to upload your current physical on the CHSAA form while completing your registration. We will conduct a registration event at the school from 4-5pm for anyone needing help registering in Arbiter.

25-26 Spring Sports Registration (Denver East) | Arbiter

2026 PPE Form - All Pages (PDF) - Colorado High School Activities Association

If you are interested in joining Spring Football, come out to City Park on the following dates to learn and experience more!

- April 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th, 22nd @ City Park (4-6 pm)

- April 18th, 25th @ the East Turf (4-6 pm)

If you'd like to join, click here!

NHS, Rotary club and Med club are hosting a blood drive on March 9th. If you are interested in donating here is the link.  https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa/appointment/guest/phl/timeSlotsExtr?token=TTCrvx%2FQTBssbGYyUq9SQ13bpamVMOVAfG3ApLi374E%3D

Senior Cap and Gown pictures are March 3rd. Seniors can sign up in Room 100. These pictures are optional.

The East Student Council is holding a Feminine Hygiene Drive. Feminine products can be left in the box outside of Room 100.

Each summer, Denver Public Schools offers a limited amount of concurrent enrollment summer courses.  For more information about course offerings, dates, and additional details visit this link and have your student make an appointment with their counselor to answer any questions they may have!  

Parents/Guardians/Caregivers: 

Please complete the Universal Social Emotional and Behavioral Screening between now and April 10th! This short form should take less than 5 minutes and provides valuable input to the district and school on your student's behavioral and emotional well-being. 

Directions:

1. Visit the following link to start the screening: tinyurl.com/bessparent

2. Enter your student's DPS ID and date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).

3. Complete the screening form.

To learn more, visit tinyurl.com/bessoverview.

Unified Fundraiser with See's Candies

Please help support the East High School Unified Community by purchasing your Easter and Mother's Day Chocolates from See's Candies!

https://www.yumraising.com/store/spring-2026-east-high-school-unified-abdd/Bribri77245

Civics for Colorado Fundraiser

Help send our East Con Law Scholars to D.C.!

If you are an adult in the community, come join us for a Civics for Colorado fundraiser at Wyman's No. 5 (2033 E. 13th Ave, Denver, CO 80206) on March 11th from 5 - 7 pm. RSVP now at civicsforcolorado.org.

Free SAT & ACT Events For Your Families

Each month, Compass hosts a series of free, open-access SAT and ACT events that help families better understand their testing options and experience our approach to preparation firsthand. 

Details of our upcoming events can be found below. Families may register at: https://www.compassprep.com/webinars/

Free ACT Prep Group Session + Practice Test (for students)
A live, interactive ACT class experience, plus access to a full-length practice test offered in a separate testing window.
Sunday, March 22
3:00 p.m. PT | 6:00 p.m. ET

Do you want a fun, hands-on experience working with students in your community while receiving $3,000 to support your education? If so, the Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship is for you. Generation Teach provides high-school and undergraduate students of all majors with high-quality summer experiences.

Selected students will:

Make a 7-week commitment which includes pre-summer preparation, in-person training, and five weeks of teaching small classes of Denver elementary and middle-school students

Plan and deliver daily lessons in engineering, law, math, or reading as well as an enrichment class

Lead and support student events and activities including small advisory groups, twice-weekly Community Meetings, and more!

Receive daily coaching and feedback from a professional teacher

Earn a taxable cash scholarship of $3,000 to participate in this learning opportunity

Upcoming application deadlines are March 15 and April 15. Fellowships fill quickly; apply here!

Boys & Girls Club: Metro Denver

Basketball Registration is now open and free for all members!

All sports are included in your monthly Club members. Here is a list of the available clubs to join: 

- 6-9 CO-ED

- 10-11 BOYS

- 10-12 GIRLS

- 12-14 BOYS

- 13-18 GIRLS

- 15-18 BOYS

To register, visit www.bgcdenvermch.my.site.com to complete the sports registration form in MyClubHub. For questions on how to join a team, stop by the front desk and speak with a staff member.

Welcome New Americans!

The Ready for American Hospitality (RAH), a 4-week immersive service learning program for refugees and Frits Knoebel students at DU, begins this month! Mentees will learn US workplace norms, food preparation and handling, practice workplace English, U.S. customer service, and cultural exchange. Mentors will gain managerial experience, cross-cultural communication, comprehensive employment practices, and servant leadership skills. The benefits for RAH grads are a RAH certificate, employment support, cost of living incentives, and connections in the DU network. The winter 2026 cohort begins 1/26 and runs through 2/24 at the Joy Burns Center. Please contact the Program Manager, Jessi Kalambayi at 303-871-3726 or jessi.kalambayi@du.edu with any questions!

STEM Immersion Program

Impact Internships is, again, running their 9 Saturday afternoon Zoom STEM immersion programs, from March 7th to May 2nd. In the Health Science Immersion Program (H-SIP) high school students hear from health professional speakers as they learn about the academic, research and professional care settings of the health sciences field. In the Computer Science Immersion Program (C-SIP), students explore the changing world of technology as they hear from tech professionals and explore fields such as web development, software and user design. In the Engineering Immersion Program (E-IP) they explore subjects such as chemical, civil and computer engineering. 

The application deadline for all programs is Saturday, February 28th. All class years can apply, and all programs are free for students who meet the family income qualification for the Free and Reduced lunch program. Students can learn more about the programs' curriculum and apply at impactinternships.org. 

American Driving School for East Students

American Driving Academy has taught hundreds of Denver East students over the years; however, with the new law starting January 1st of next year, they would like to make driver's education more affordable and accessible to Denver East students. Starting January 1st, 2027, everyone under the age of 18 will have to take a driver's education course to get a permit. Currently, only 15-year-olds have to take a course. American Driving Academy wants to make it as little a financial burden as possible and give students an easy way to find driver's education information.

The average online 30-hour course from local schools here in Colorado charges $75. American Driving Academy would like to offer it to Denver East students for $29.85. They would also like to offer students discounted prices on their in-person and driving lesson packages.

To sign up, please visit bookings.americandrivingacademy.com/East. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call 303-623-1404.

La Raza Youth Leadership Institute Program

The La Raza Youth Leadership Institute is excited to invite high school students to apply for a meaningful leadership experience this spring semester. Applications for the Spring 2026 La Raza Youth Leadership Program are now open! 

The La Raza Youth Leadership Program offers Chicanx/Latinx high school students (grades 9–12) the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills through an engaging and transformative experience. Participants will explore topics including policy, history, art and culture, mental health, and leadership development. 

Our mission is to empower Chicanx/Latinx youth to reach their full educational and leadership potential, while cultivating a desire to give back to their community. The program is rooted in the values of social justice, quality education, human rights, environmental justice, and the advancement of the Latinx community. 

The program will meet in person every Tuesday from 5:30 – 7:30 pm, beginning February 10th through May 5th, with the possibility of a few Saturday events along the way. We encourage participants to attend consistently so they can get the most out of the experience. Sessions will take place in Denver, and the location will be shared with families once students are accepted into the program.

The application deadline is February 1st at 11:45 pm. Applicants will receive an update after the deadline. If accepted, families are invited to attend a Parent/Youth Welcome & Orientation on Saturday, February 7th. The application can be found here: La Raza Youth Leadership Program Spring 2026 – Fill out form  or in our linktr.ee.

For any questions, please call (303) 285-3710 or email miriamjd@serviciosdelaraza.org. 

Community Hubs Basic Mobile Skills Training

DPS Community Hubs is now offering in-person Spanish/English Basic Mobile Device Skills training at both our Central and Near NE Community Hubs (80216 and 80207). They have small (5 -7 members) classes taught on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9 am with childcare available. Topics available include basic smartphone, Google apps, and Internet usage. To be eligible for the course, you must be a DPS parent or a Denver resident. For more information, call 720-424-3711 or visit this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1NqKns3TsXzZD5IRkD2d8UOGGl8gR31TNyh6Z-TFM-uY/viewform?edit_requested=true

Additional Community Events and Resources

Youth on Record, an organization dedicated to empowering young people through music and creative media. We have a bunch of FREE program offerings for young musicians!

Creative Enrichment Classes for middle and high school students. Classes next session include Beatmaking, Songwriting, and Piano Lab.

Studio Bookings young musicians can book out space in our Youth Media Studio for recording, mixing, band rehearsals, songwriting sessions, and jam sessions

Drop-in Fridays - Youth and Families are welcome to drop in on Fridays for tours, studio access, and a regular schedule of events and activations including First Friday Open Mic!

Here is our registration link. Once registered, artists and their families will have access to our scheduling system. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, and we hope to connect with you soon.

FREE Afterschool Meals for Youth All Year

Support Group for Parents of Asian Students with Disabilities

Monthly Know Your Rights and Safety Planning with Servicios de la Raza

Free Museum Days in Denver (Kids 18 and under always free at History Colorado, and Clifford Still Museum)

Free Walk-in Health Clinic at Center for African American Health

We Don't Waste Mobile Food Market Weekly Calendar

Free Eviction and Legal Resources

Free Day Events in Colorado

✨ This week's staff appreciation goes out to one of our amazing World Language teachers, Jennifer Short!✨

Let’s show her some love and support by helping fulfill her wishlist.

Here is a link to her wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3HA46IR9Y9TST?ref_=wl_share

The East PTSA will be hosting a meeting on February 22nd at 5 PM via Google Meet. If you are interested in joining the PTSA, membership for the year is $10. Some of the upcoming initiatives are updating the bylaws, fundraising and social event planning, Teacher Appreciation Week, and creating a health wellness and safety survey. Please reach out to ehsptsa25@gmail.com with any questions!

The East PTSA and The Block Distilling Co. are partnering to fundraise for Teacher Appreciation Week!

The fundraiser will happen on Friday, March 20th from 6 - 8 pm. After a facility tour, you will be guided through a tasting of 6 of our house-made spirits where our front of house staff will talk about what makes our products unique. 

If you're interested in attending, purchase your ticket here!

COFFEEAST FUND

East HS PTSA will now be hosting an ongoing coffee fundraiser that will replenish our faculty's coffee station. This includes:

- K Cups (coffee and tea)

- Tea Bags

- Sweeteners

- Creamers

- 12oz Coffee Cups

- Coffee Lids

- Coffee Stirrers

- Coffee Sleeves

If interested in donating, check out this link!

Teacher Appreciation Week Fundraising (5/4 - 5/8)

Where we feed, caffeinate, and pamper our 200 teachers anyway we can! We will be reaching out to local vendors and creating gift bags using your donations to really show our educators that we care.

If interested in contributing, check out this link!

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated

The 2026 Mu Omega Omega Scholarships application is now open! There are several scholarships available for you to apply for. The requirements are that you must have a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale, a completed application, transcript, resume, and one letter of recommendation. The deadline to submit your application is March 1, 2026. You can submit your application to the following link: https://www.akamuomegaomega.org/scholarships-grants

If you have any questions, please contact Principal Terita Walker!

Class of 2026 – Students and Parents!

The 2026 East Angel Foundation (EAF) Scholarship Application deadline is quickly approaching: March 20, 2026.

Scholarship Application Requirements:

To be considered, students must submit the online application form and:
Student Aid Index (SAI) – An estimated SAI determining financial need
Personal Statement & Essay – Can be an essay used for the Common Application
One teacher recommendation – Letter should be from an East High teacher

In addition, in-person interviews will take place at East High School on: April 7-8, 2026

In the last 15 years, the East Angel Foundation has awarded over $2Million to 505 graduating seniors. Students attending trade schools or any post-secondary institution are encouraged to apply!

Apply here: https://eastangelfoundation.org/programs/student-scholarships/

The Cleworth LEAP Scholarship – $100,000 ($25,000 per year for four years)
This prestigious, need-based scholarship supports a student with exceptional academic and extracurricular achievements in making the “LEAP” to a top-tier postsecondary institution.

This is a separate application:

Apply here: https://eastangelfoundation.org/programs/student-scholarships/https://eastangelfriends.org/programs/student-scholarships/

EAF Dedicated Scholarships

EAF administers eight dedicated scholarships, supported by alumni and the wider East community. New
for 2026 are the Martin Brusse 10 th  Mountain Division Scholarship, the Class of 1985 Scholarship and the
Sam Robinson Legacy Scholarship. Each award is defined by its own criteria and legacy. Separate
applications are required for the Cleworth LEAP Scholarship and the Sam Robinson Legacy Scholarship.

The Cleworth LEAP Scholarship – $100,000 ($25,000 per year for four years)

This prestigious, need-based scholarship supports a student with exceptional academic and
extracurricular achievements in making the “LEAP” to a top-tier postsecondary institution.

The East Alumni Scholarship – $8,000

Established in 1995 and funded by donations from generous East alumni.
This prestigious scholarship honors the most outstanding Angel from the graduating class based on
academic excellence, school involvement, and community participation.

The Thomas W. Bean Foundation Scholarship – $7,000

Established by the Thomas W. Bean Foundation, this award celebrates the legacy of Thomas Washington
Bean, a pioneering African American businessman. It is awarded to a senior who has overcome
significant challenges and exemplifies hope, resilience, and achievement.

The James Reece (Class of 1960) Scholarship – $4,000

A merit-based award from the James Reece Foundation, named in honor of a lifelong educator and East
High alumnus. James Reece attended Yale and earned an advanced degree from Harvard Business
School. This scholarship recognizes outstanding academic performance.

The Class of 1967, 1968, and 1969 Scholarship – $5,000

Founded by Beth Woodard (Class of 1968) and supported by members of the Classes of ‘67–’69, this
need-based award emphasizes academic merit and meaningful school and/or community service.

The Class of 1985 Scholarship – $5,000

Established in memory of Kinsley (Hyland) Alexander, a beloved member of the Class of 1985, and in
honor of other classmates gone too soon. This need-based scholarship supports a student with a strong
academic focus, particularly in foreign languages and world cultures.

The Martin Brusse, 10th Mountain Division Scholarship – $3,500

An award of $3,000 will be awarded to the primary recipient and $500 to the runner-up. Criteria for
applying will include community service and overcoming adversity. The scholarship has been funded by
a $25,000 dollar pledge by Tony Zakhem in Honor of Martin Brusse. Mr. Brusse was a member of the
10 th  Mountain Division 85 th  Regiment, Company K during World War II and a 1942 Graduate of East High
School.

Sam Robinson Legacy Scholarship – $TBD

The Sam Robinson Legacy Scholarship honors the memory and legacy of 2022 East High graduate, Sam
Robinson. The scholarship will provide mentors and financial support to motivated students who have
experienced socioeconomic disadvantage or other major hardship whom we believe can thrive in Sam’s
memory. The winners of this scholarship will be selected in their sophomore year and will embody ideals
Sam stood for: extraordinary sense of justice, dignity, empathy, and inclusivity.

Key 2026 Scholarship Dates
March 20, 2026 – Applications Due
April 7-8, 2026 – In-person Interviews at East
May 2026 – Scholarships Awarded

Contacts for Questions
The Cleworth LEAP Scholarship: Maurice Scott - maurice.scott@cuanschutz.edu
EAF General Scholarships: James Mejía – james@mejiaassociates.com

Additional Scholarships

Be sure to reach out to our DSF advisors for any questions
regarding these scholarships and/or planning for life after high school!

Denver Scholarship Program

Deadline: March 01, 2026

Amount: $2,500 (Renewable Up to Four Years)

Scholarships in this new program will be awarded to graduating seniors from public high schools, college preparatory schools, or religious-affiliated schools located in the City and County of Denver. The applicant must have at least a 2.0 semester GPA and 3.0 cumulative GPA during the award period.

Link: https://nationalwestern.com/non-profit-mission/denver-scholarship-program/

Denver Scholarship Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: May 01, 2026 at 11:59PM

Amount: $3,600 (Four-Year Institutions) and $1,700 (Two-Year The DSF Scholarship is a need-based scholarship for qualifying graduates of Denver Public Schools. The scholarship can be used at DSF’s 31 College Partners in Colorado, including technical, community, and four-year colleges and universities, and it is renewable for up to four consecutive years, depending on the type of college. Along with their scholarship award, DSF Scholarship recipients get personalized advising and support to guide them through college toward their education and career goals. This scholarship is renewable. See link for requirements.

Link: Home | Denver Scholarship Foundation

Puksta Foundation Scholarship – CSU Fort Collins

Deadline: March 01, 2026

Amount: $7,500 per year

The college years are about something more, something special, something significant, something we at Puksta Foundation call civic engagement and social impact. To apply, Applicants must be a City of Denver resident or have gone to a Denver High School for the last 6 months prior to attending CSU (Puksta Foundation partners with Prosperity Denver Fund), Have financial aid up to 2.5x Pell Grant, Have compassion and commitment for civic engagement and social justice, and be full-time student. Must also have minimum GPA of 2.5 and Essay are required.

Link: https://colostate.academicworks.com/opportunities/62130

Puksta Foundation Scholarship – CU Boulder

Deadline: March 15, 2026

Amount: $6,500 per year

The college years are about something more, something special, something significant, something we at Puksta Foundation call civic engagement and social impact. To apply, Applicants must be a City of Denver resident or have gone to a Denver High School for the last 6 months prior to attending CSU (Puksta Foundation partners with Prosperity Denver Fund), Have financial aid up to 2.5x Pell Grant, have compassion and commitment for civic engagement and social justice, and be full-time student. Must also have minimum GPA of 2.5 and Essay are required.

Link: https://www.colorado.edu/puksta/how-apply

Colorado Garden Foundation Scholarship

Deadline: March 15, 2026

Amount: Full-Ride for One Year.

Colorado Garden Foundation is proud to offer its scholarship programs from proceeds generated from the annual Colorado Garden & Home Show and Colorado Fall Home Show, to provide financial aid to students attending a college or university in Colorado. This scholarship is for full Resident Tuition, Books, and Fees for one year. Applicants must be a pursuing a degree in Horticulture, Landscape Horticulture, Floriculture, Turf grass Management, Botany, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Landscape Design, or Landscape Architecture.

Link: Scholarships – Colorado Garden Foundation

Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) Scholarship

Deadline: March 16, 2026

Amount: Up to $5,000 (Renewable up to three years)

The BAM Scholarship was created to enable Black and African American students to attend college and pursue a career in technology. The goal is to empower future generations to do and be more. Be a US-based high school senior of African descent (for example, African American, African, Ethiopian, etc.). Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the US in the fall immediately following your high school graduation. Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing). Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Must demonstrate leadership at school or in the community. Must also demonstrate financial need.

Link: Blacks at Microsoft Scholarships | Global Diversity and Inclusion at Microsoft

Never Forgotten Scholarship

Deadline: February 27, 2026

Amount: $1,000

The Never Forgotten Fund was established in 2001 by iHeartMedia, Inc. (formerly Clear Channel) at The Denver Foundation to honor the lives of the 13 victims at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. Twelve students and one teacher died that day. The contributions they would have made to the world were lost as well. It is hoped that the recipients of this scholarship will carry on the legacy of these individuals by making a positive and lasting impact in the world. Must be a Denver Metropolitan area high school graduate. Must be a citizen or legal resident.

Link: Never Forgotten Scholarship - Students (UA1) - Denver Foundation

Please see Schoology for other upcoming events!

To sign up for Coffee with the Principal, please visit this link! Please use the live link to sign up for the next session. All sessions will be hosted from 7:15 - 8:15 am in the Social Room on the second floor of East.

The dates for each session are below:

• 03/05/2026

• 04/09/2026

• 05/07/2026

The Spirit Store is open for the school year and its operating hours are daily during the lunch break. The Spirit Store is run by volunteers and will be closed if a volunteer is not available. If you would like to confirm store hours, volunteer, or ask questions, please contact spiritstore@eastangelfoundation.org. All Spirit Store proceeds support the East Angel Foundation. For more on EAF, visit the EAF Website. Make sure you follow the Spirit Store on Instagram - @denvereastspiritstore.

Thank you for your support!