FACE UPDATES

📢 Announcement: Access or Donate to Local Food Resources

Dear DPS Community,

Due to the ongoing government shutdown, November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will not be disbursed, impacting more than 100,000 Denver residents, half of whom are children. Now more than ever, it is critical that we come together to support one another and ensure our children don’t go hungry.

As a reminder, our school meals at DPS will not be impacted. School breakfast and lunches will continue as normal and remain free to families.

Read the DPS community communication with the full list of food resources here, and visit the FACE Resources Page for additional family supports.

Healthy Choices, Bright Futures – Free Family Workshops!

Families are invited to attend any of our free in-person or virtual workshops to learn about fentanyl, vaping, and social media safety.

FREE event with dinner and childcare provided!

In-person sessions:
• January 14 – Hamilton Middle School
• April 7 – North High School

Virtual sessions:
• December 9
• January 26

RSVP to Healthy Choices, Bright Futures Workshops
Virtual RSVP

The first 100 DPS families to attend The Healthy Choices, Bright Futures event will receive a $25 King Soopers gift card.

Together We Thrive

Transportation’s New Safety App

DPS Transportation has adapted a new app called My Ride K-12 which provides a new level of student safety. With this app, parents can view route information, receive bus notifications and view where their students scanned on and off our buses.

These exciting new features require us to make scanning on and off our buses mandatory and students must have a QR code on their phone or printed ID. These QR codes are also available on Parent Portal and at schools.

Questions can be sent to transportation@dpsk12.org

More information

MLE DAC November Meeting

Denver Public Schools is excited to invite all our families of Multilingual Learners to the Multilingual Education District Advisory Committee (MLE DAC) meeting.

Date: November 19, 2025
Location: South High School (1700 E Louisiana Ave, Denver, CO 80210)
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm

This month we'll have information on Family School and Community Partnerships and SchoolChoice.

Breakfast, childcare and interpretation will be provided.

We hope you can join us!

Register to request interpretation (Google Form)

For more information, call 720-423-2661 or email sary_portillo@dpsk12.net.

📢 Announcement: The Village at CLA will be offering additional shopping hours

To support the DPS families impacted by the upcoming SNAP benefit freeze, The Village at CLA will be offering additional shopping hours at their no-cost grocery market. Any DPS family can receive non-perishable food items during the following times, as supplies last:

Thursdays from 2pm-4pm
Fridays from 7:30am-9:30am

200 E. 9th Ave. Denver, CO 80203

COMMUNITY PARTNERS SPOTLIGHT

Free Weekend Meals for Denver Youth

The City and County of Denver’s Tasty Food program is expanding to help families affected by the temporary pause of SNAP benefits this November.

Starting Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, youth ages 3–18 can enjoy free, healthy lunches every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 14 recreation centers across Denver. No ID or registration required.

Regular after-school meals will continue Monday through Friday during the school year.

Find locations and details at Denvergov.org/TastyFood

Elevate Hub: Walk-In Help for Families

Families experiencing housing challenges can visit Elevate Hub in Westwood to connect with support and resources. This walk-in center serves all Denver areas, with a focus on the Southwest community.

Families can meet privately with a staff member, no names or personal information required. They can also text discreetly to receive help. Elevate Hub is not a call center—staff meet with families, listen, and create a plan together.

Evening and Saturday hours are available for convenience.

B1st STEAM Futures Conference & Expo

Families and students from 3rd grade through college are invited to the B1st STEAM Futures Conference & Expo. Explore hands-on activities, industry tours, and career and college opportunities. The event also includes an awards dinner to celebrate student success.

Nov. 21 and Dec. 6
CSU Spurs Campus, 4777 National Western Dr, Denver

Partner Sign-Up Form – Web (Google Form)
Participant Sign-Up Form – Web (Google Form)

For questions, contact: higherlearningu@gmail.com | 720-441-4308