Teacher Appreciation Week is just around the corner, taking place May 5-9! In celebration, DPS invites our students to recognize their favorite teachers by sharing what they love most about them. 

Please share this opportunity with students and ask them to share why they love their teachers by completing this short form by the end of the day today! Submissions may be featured on the DPS website and DPS social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).

Stay tuned next week for resources to help you celebrate and thank our amazing teachers!

There are still spots available at DPS Summer Academy! This program is designed to boost academic achievement and set students entering grades one through five on a path to grade-level success by strengthening their literacy and math skills in a fun, safe and welcoming environment.

Summer Academy classes are held in the morning, and students have the opportunity to enroll in an afternoon Summer Enrichment program at their Summer Academy site for a full day of fun and supervised activities. Register by Thursday, April 24 by visiting the Parent Portal.

In this EDUCA DPS Podcast episode, Lucero Elizondo, the manager of Business Systems and Data for the Multilingual Education team, talks about the DPS Seal of Biliteracy. 

Lucero shares how this powerful credential strengthens college and job applications, builds confidence and celebrates our students’ rich linguistic diversity. Learn more about how students in 11th and 12th grade can apply for the seal, deadlines and why earning the seal strengthens our bilingual and multilingual learners. 

Watch the podcast in English or Spanish or listen to it on your favorite podcast platform by searching for the Denver Public Schools Podcast.

Students across the district are earning their Seal of Climate Literacy, a new recognition that celebrates their deep commitment to environmental stewardship and real-world impact. Through projects such as solar charging stations at Northfield High School, school gardens and chicken coops at Vista Academy, students are getting creative on how they earn the Seal.

Watch this video to find out more about the sustainability efforts across the district and how students can earn the Seal of Climate Literacy.

The Mayor’s YouthWorks Initiative rewards eligible youth for their employment over the summer. If you meet the requirements and complete all steps, you can receive a $500 retention bonus in the fall! Applications are open now through July 1. Check the Mayor’s YouthWorks Initiative website for eligibility information and more.

Join us as we celebrate the impact of over 12,500 eligible volunteers who support our district-run schools! From mentoring students to supporting classrooms, our family, employee and community volunteers help students feel seen, supported and ready to thrive.

Check out our Volunteer shoutout video, which features a message from Superintendent Dr. Marrero and highlights from DPS schools! 

Want to get involved?

• Parents and Community Members: Complete the Volunteer Services Application or contact your local school.

• DPS Employees: Enroll in DPS CARES, our Employee Volunteer Program!

Visit the Volunteer Services website or email Sarah Rice to learn more.

Join us for the Multilingual Education District Advisory Committee (MLE DAC) on Wednesday, April 23 from 9-11 a.m., at the Lowry Conference Center, located at 1061 Akron Way, Denver 80230. This month, we will have district experts presenting information on Special Education, Gifted and Talented, plus other student support resources. Breakfast, childcare and interpretation will be provided. View the event flyers in your preferred language. Attendees are encouraged to pre-register. For more information, visit the MLE website or contact Olga Olivas at 720-423-3058.

Join us for an informative webinar designed for parents, families and other trusted adults where you will learn practical tools to help young people reduce anxiety, strengthen resilience and enhance overall well-being. 

Tessa Zimmerman founded Upstream after experiencing severe panic attacks as a young adult, which highlighted the critical lack of mental health resources available in schools. 

On May 14 at noon, Tessa will share her personal story of overcoming anxiety and provide concrete strategies that you can implement with your own children to help them cope with anxiety and build resilience. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and tools to support your child's mental health! Register at this link.