To learn about the Denver Schools Thrive Initiative and how DPS is addressing declining enrollment in Denver, attend one of the six regional community meetings from late September to mid-October. Interpreters for our eight most spoken languages (Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic, Amharic, Dari, French, Nepali and Somali) will be present at each meeting. Dinner and childcare will also be provided.

Below are the dates and locations of the six regional meetings. If you are planning to attend one of these meetings, please complete this form.

• Southeast Regional Engagement Meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 24 , 6-7 p.m. at South High School.

• Central Regional Engagement Meeting: Wednesday, Sept. 25, 6-7 p.m. at Manual High School.

• Northwest Regional Engagement Meeting: Monday, Oct. 7, 6-7 p.m. at CEC Early College.

• Southwest Regional Engagement Meeting: Monday, Oct. 14, 6-7 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln High School.

• Far Northeast Regional Engagement Meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6-7 p.m. at Montbello High School.

• Virtual Engagement Meeting: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 6-7 p.m. virtual via Zoom.

Last week, Munroe Elementary hosted its annual Back to School Fiesta Night. Students, families and staff came together to kick off the school year with music, games and prizes. Catch the highlights in this video.

In our first episode of Bond FAQ reels, we discussed what a bond is. Our episode this week discusses, “Why a Bond?”.

Featuring another talented Denver Expeditionary student, some dance moves and a time travel algorithm – we sincerely hope you enjoy! Bond FAQ Reel Episode 2: Why a bond?

For more information on bond initiatives, including 2020 bond projects and programs, and proposed 2024 bond projects, visit ourwordourbonddps.org.

One School, One Vaccine at a Time partners with school districts and providers to bring wellness education, community-based resources and routine childhood immunizations directly to children, students and their families. Their multilingual teams break down barriers to vaccine hesitancy and access to care. 

This program is a collaboration of efforts from DPS, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Julissa Soto Latino Health Equity Consulting and One School, Once Vaccine at a Time (Una Escuela, Una Vacuna a la Vez). We encourage DPS schools to join the One School, One Vaccine at a Time program at their school during Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15). 

The following schools will have clinics available this month:

• Ashley Elementary School, every Wednesday

• Monroe Elementary School

• Hamilton Middle School 

• Denver Green School 

Contact Julissa Soto at 720-427-5542 to partner with One School, One Vaccine at a Time.

Register for the Family and Community Engagement Team Fall Collaborative School Committee (CSC) Training: Building Effective Collaborative School Committees on Tuesday, Sept. 24 from 5:30-7 p.m. The training is available to all DPS community members in English and Spanish and will provide:

• An overview of the functions of a CSC.

• Strategies for building an effective CSC.

• Resources and training materials.

Plus, preview our new online “Intro to CSCs” community courses. These trainings will cover the purpose, function and scope of work of DPS CSCs.

• Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices: Monday, Sept. 30, 5-6 p.m.

  • Up to 80% of students may be identified as needing Tier 1 supports. Learn what it means to overcome behaviors and improve overall social-emotional wellness in your child.

• DPS Bullying 101: Tuesday, Oct. 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

  • Bullying statistics are decreasing, but that does not mean it's not a concern (particularly with cyberbullying/social media). Join us for an overview of what bullying means, how to identify it and how to support your student.

For more information about FACE U, watch this one-minute overview!