Second graders at Green Valley Elementary recently received brand new bikes thanks to Southwest Airlines, Kroenke Sports and Wish for Wheels. Watch the excitement as kids receive their first set of wheels and helmets!
Sept. 6, 2024
Second Graders at Green Valley Elementary Receive Free Bikes
EDUCA DPS Podcast: Back-to-School Success Strategies for a Strong Start
In this week's episode of the EDUCA DPS Podcast, Nathalie Valencia and Jason Nungaray of the Career & College Success Team share tips to start the school year off strong, including time management, study habits and self-care.
Tune in to watch the conversation in English and in Spanish. You can also listen on your favorite podcast platform by searching “Denver Public Schools Podcast.”
Our Word Is Our Bond Updates
2024 Bond FAQ Available Now!
If you’ve been reading about the 2024 Bond and want to understand what a school bond is, you’re in the right place. Watch our first 2024 Bond FAQ reel today!
The 2024 Bond will be presented to Denver voters on Nov. 5. If passed, it will not increase taxes for Denverites.
Bullying Resource Guide: What It Is, Signs to Watch For and How to Take Action
Over the summer, experts at the Colorado Department of Education, the Denver-based Bullying Recovery Resource Center and the Jefferson Center, a nonprofit mental health provider, created a resource guide on bullying. This Chalkbeat Colorado guide answers frequently asked questions, bullying resources and helpful ways to support your child.
To support the whole child, DPS is committed to creating conditions where bullying doesn’t exist. For additional information, as well as strategies for prevention and intervention, access the DPS School Culture/Bullying Prevention one-pager.
RSVP Virtual Learning for Families
FACE University is a resource and learning hub for families in the Denver community. Register for our first live session, “Attendance Every Day MATTERS! Tips, Tools and the Facts,” on Thursday, Sept. 12 from 5-6 p.m. Three families in our first live session will be entered to win tickets to the Children’s Museum, Museum of Nature and Science and the Colorado History Museum.
Visit the FACE University Family Learning Hub webpage to see the full event calendar and subscribe to our YouTube channel to access recorded sessions.
Vista Academy Hispanic Heritage Community Kickoff Sept. 11
Join us Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 5:30-7 p.m. for the Hispanic Heritage Community Kickoff event at Vista Academy (4800 Telluride St, Building #6, Evie Garrett Dennis Campus, Denver CO 80249.)
The event will include vendors, food trucks, a car show, student community gardens, food-to-table programs and more!
All Denver community members are invited, with a special hope for support from families and schools in Northeast Denver (Montbello, GVR, etc.) We are counting on you to support Vista Academy's drive to strengthen the ties in our community, the awareness of cultural roots and the passions of their students.
If you have questions about the event, contact Barbara Koenig.
Denver7 Highlights the Benefits of Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver7 recently visited with Randy Johnson, Executive Director of Emily Griffith Technical College (EGTC), to discuss the increased interest in technical colleges.
Multimedia and Video Production student, Aly Gambos, shared her experience, "I looked at program after program of all different price points. And this was the one that I landed on."
At Emily Griffith Technical College, the return on investment is clear. High School students can earn college credit toward a program certificate for free! Learn more about the available programs and Concurrent Enrollment at EGTC, a great opportunity to get started in a career. The next registration period opens on Oct. 8.
Design Like A Girl Workshop Series for Middle School Girls
Design Like a Girl is a unique program for middle school girls to discover architecture and design. Participants will team up with female professionals and students in architecture, engineering and landscape architecture, diving into hands-on activities like sketching, model building and site visits. Apply for one of the 20 exclusive spots by the application deadline on Wednesday, Sept. 11. Note: Your child must be able to attend all three workshops that take place on DPS No School Days.
DSA Student Publishes Academic Article
Oliver Merkner, a senior at Denver School of the Arts (DSA), recently submitted an article about the Roman Empire to Critical Debates HSGJ, an online academic publisher. His article was accepted for publication, giving Oliver his first academic publishing credit! Read his paper.
Apply to the Climate Champions Grant Program!
The Climate Champions Grant Program, which is run by the DPS Sustainability Team, provides funding for DPS students to implement climate action projects in their schools. This program engages DPS students in real-world problem solving, leadership development and project-based learning that will allow for innovative and creative solutions to climate change.
There is $225,000 available to fund multiple projects, and project teams can request up to $25k. Pre-application is due Oct. 22, and the application is due by Dec. 3. If you have questions, email dept_sustainability@dpsk12.net. For inspiration, review the climate action projects that were funded last year.
DPS Discount Days with the Colorado Rapids and Colorado Rockies
Come cheer on the Colorado Rapids as they face off against Toronto FC on Sept. 21 and Seattle Sounders FC on Oct. 5 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park! Both matches kick off at 7:30 p.m. $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the DPS Foundation! Buy your tickets today. For more information on discounts and special offers, visit the DPS Foundation website.