🎉Family Liaison Appreciation Breakfast🎉

Last week, we had the joy of celebrating our incredible Family Liaisons at our annual Appreciation Breakfast! It was a lovely morning filled with connection, gratitude, and well-deserved recognition for our dedicated liaisons who strengthen the bridge between our schools, students, and families every single day.

Thank you to each of our liaisons for the heart, commitment, and creativity you bring to your work. Your impact is felt across the district - through the trusting relationships you build, the support you provide, and the countless ways you uplift our school communities. We appreciate you today and every day!💛

Family Engagement Tip: Centering Family Voice During the Holiday Season

The holiday season looks different for every family. Create space to honor the diverse traditions and experiences within your school community by inviting families to share what this time of year means to them.

• Elementary: Have families share a photo, story, or short description of a meaningful tradition - holiday-related or not - to highlight in class or on a community board.

• Middle School: Host a simple “Culture & Traditions” showcase where families can contribute in person or virtually with food, art, music, or a short message.

• High School: Incorporate family voices into advisory or community circles by inviting families to share reflections on traditions, gratitude, or what brings connection during this season.

✨By intentionally honoring the many ways families experience the holiday season, schools can create a more inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels seen and valued.✨

MLE DAC

Invite your families to attend the next MLE DAC meeting!

Date: November 19, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
Location: South High School (1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO 80210
Topic: Family, School and Community Partnerships / School Choice /Enrollment

Register using QR code on the flyer!

Gifted & Talented Family Series 2025-2026

Invite your families to attend the following GT Family Series session!

Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 5:00 - 6:15pm
Topic: Executive Function & Habits of Success at Home and School
Description: Helping gifted kids build good habits, advocate, and manage stress with help from the science of habit.

Zoom Link: CLICK HERE

To Register Click Here

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Last month, more than 100 families joined our programs focused on social-emotional learning, family literacy, and financial skills! Families from Johnson Elementary and John H. Amesse celebrated their graduation from the Calm and Kind Family Program, while the Denver Rescue Mission graduated families from their 12-week Highly Capable Kids Program. Our virtual platform, FACE University, also reached 55 families with sessions on Money Skills and Reading at Home. Want to bring a family leadership program to your school? Contact: jasmine_rigby@dpsk12.net

Don’t miss our LAST session of the year!
Healthy Choices, Bright Futures
Get a head start on your holiday shopping - families earn a $25 gift card just for attending!

When: Tuesday, December 9, 6 - 7 pm
Where: Virtually on Zoom

Register Here

Supporting Your Teen's Future: November Series

Denver Scholarship Foundation hosts a postsecondary series in November with Dreams to Degrees, a session designed for 9th–11th grade families to help students connect their dreams to future college and career goals. Families will learn how to identify student interests, explore career resources, and understand how degrees align with Colorado’s job opportunities.

Join us on Nov. 19 (English) from 6:30–7:30 PM. Click the date to register, or use the QR code.

With the delay of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for the month of November and with the holiday season approaching, many families are facing extra hardship right now. For those able to support their peers and community, please donate to our Food Security Fund to ensure every Denver Public Schools student and family has access to the meals they need this season.

The DPS Foundation Food Security Fund directly funds:

-Families and schools, including schools with their own food pantries.

-The DPS Community Hubs food pantries. The Hubs are the district's six centers that provide wrap-around services to families in need.

B1st STEAM Futures Conference & Expo

Share this event with your families!

Dates: November 21 & December 6th
Location: CSU Spurs Campus (4777 National Western Dr, Denver, CO)

Register using QR code on flyer!

Denver Free Days

11/19 Colorado Hebrew Chorale

11/20 Parker Arts

11/21 Mizel Institute

11/21 Four Mile Historic Park

11/23 Friends of Dinosaur Ridge

11/23 Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

11/28 Denver Botanic Gardens

11/28 Forney Museum of Transportation