Prom Requirements and Updates
If you are attending Prom, there is a Prom Attendance Form that must be completed in order to receive your ticket. Students will not be permitted into Prom without a physical ticket, and tickets will not be permitted without this form being completed showing you have met ALL of the requirements to attend. This form will be available after Spring Break. Copies can be found in the main office, Schoology, and HERE.
Requirements to attend Prom:
** Attended mandatory class meeting
** Attend your primary test day for CMAS Science (grade 11 on Wednesday, April 8) and SAT (grade 11 on Monday, April 13), or PSAT 10 (grade 10 students invited to Prom on Tuesday, April 14)
** Meeting the 90% attendance rate beginning March 3
** Completed all years of ICAP in Student Portal
** Completed credit recovery courses (if applicable)
** Passing all spring semester courses as of May 4 (no exceptions or refunds on tickets)
** Fees have been paid in full
** Students must provide Prom ticket proof of purchase voucher from MySchoolBucks
Prom will be at the Denver Aquarium inside the ballroom near the lounge from 7:00 to 11:00pm (doors close at 9:00pm and there is no re-entry). Students will have access to the entire aquarium until 10:00pm. Prom attendees will be given a specific wristband upon entry; only those with that wristband will be admitted into the ballroom or allowed in the building after hours. Violation of this may result in a trespassing ticket. Parking is free with the parking code located on your ticket. Guest forms for GWHS students in grade 10 or guests outside of GWHS will be available after Spring Break and are due no later than Wednesday, May 6 by 2:30pm. Copies can be found in the main office, Schoology, and HERE.
Denver Aquarium is offering a special discounted meal for Prom attendees, see the menu HERE.
Juniors - Junior Night: College 101
All junior (Class of 2027) students and their families are invited to our upcoming Junior Night: The Road to College presentation on Tuesday, April 21 from 5:00 to 6:00pm, presented by the Future Center at GWHS. There will be two concurrent presentations to choose from, one in English and one in Spanish. The English presentation will take place in the Cafeteria and the Spanish presentation will be in the Community Room (room 110).
During the presentation, we will be talking about different types of colleges, programs, tips and tricks, building a college list, admission requirements (testing, letters of recommendation, essays, resume, etc.), financial aid (for all students and parents in our community, regardless of legal status), scholarships, and more. We will be sure to leave some time at the end of the hour for questions. The presentation will overall focus on the basics of overall preparing for college.
Please be sure to complete this brief RSVP form so we can ensure the space is large enough to comfortably accommodate all attendees. Junior students are strongly encouraged to attend, but not required.
What: Junior Night: The Road to College (College 101)
When: Tuesday, April 21 from 5:00 to 6:00pm
Where: GWHS Cafeteria (English) & GWHS Community Room, Rm 110 (Spanish)
RSVP form
Questions? Email Juan at jestrada@denverscholarship.org or stop by the Future Center.
Seniors - Spring Pep Rally Recognition and Athletic Honor Cords
Seniors, if you are planning to sign to play sports at the next level, we want to celebrate your accomplishment! Please complete this FORM so we can ensure you are properly recognized on Friday, April 24 during our Spring Sports Pep Assembly.
Second, if you believe you qualify for an Athletic Honor Cord, please submit your application using this FORM.
Seniors - DSF Scholarship Application Now Open
The DSF scholarship application is now open for graduating seniors! Don't wait - click HERE to create an account and submit your application.
Annual award amounts based on full-time enrollment:
** 4-year college or university: $3,600 per year
** Community college: $1,700 per year
** Technical college: $1,700 per year
Eligibility requirements:
DPS: Students must have attended a DPS high school for all four consecutive years unless they transferred from out of state or out of the country while still in high school.
GPA: Final cumulative GPA (weighted or unweighted, whichever is higher) requirements:
** 4-year college or university -- 2.75 GPA
** Community college -- 2.5 GPA
** Technical college -- 2.0 GPA
ENROLL: Full-time enrollment at one of our 30 college partners in Colorado
FINANCIAL NEED: Students must have a Student Aid Index (SAI) of $16,640 or less on the FAFSA or CASFA. Please note that $16,640 is 2.5x higher than the SAI cutoff to qualify for a federal Pell Grant! So be sure to check your SAI as the DSF scholarship does NOT require Pell eligibility
COMPLETE: Submit a completed application no later than Friday, May 1 and complete all financial aid requirements at your college of choice before July 15.
RESIDENCY: Students must also meet their college's Colorado residency requirements for in-state tuition and state aid
Please note that the DSF scholarship does NOT require an essay! However, students must demonstrate that they have submitted at least two other scholarship applications. On the Future Center Schoology course, we maintain a very thorough scholarship database that is updated weekly (open the folder called "Scholarships" and then search through the "Weekly Scholarship Highlight" folder organized by week.
Don't wait! Apply today! Click HERE for more information.
Girls Summer Basketball Meeting
Calling all girls, are you interested in summer basketball? Join us on Wednesday, April 15 at 3:30pm in the Hall of Fame Room to learn more about upcoming opportunities, schedules, and team details. Questions? Email Coach Khari Wallace at khari_wallace@dpsk12.net or stop by Room 112F in the Success Center.
Summer School Registration
Sign up for summer school to get back on track to graduate. Click HERE for more info.
Free Lunch for Students
Students, remember to stop by the Cafeteria for free lunch! All students can enjoy meals made daily from scratch, delicious baked goods and over ten options of different entrees to choose from. Every Thursday, enjoy Domino's Pizza (five flavors to choose from). If you prefer something light, try our fresh salads that are made daily. You can take the salad as-is or build your own, with four different protein options to choose from. Each meal also includes unlimited fresh fruits and vegetables. The lunch line moves quickly to get you in and out fast. See you in the Cafeteria soon!
Student Opportunities List
Students, be sure to check this LIST regularly to discover some of the great opportunities available to you! These opportunities may include summer programs, scholarships, internships and much more. Participating in programs like these can help you build skills, explore careers, strengthen your college applications, and earn money or scholarships. Check back often as new opportunities are added throughout the year!
