A Family Resource Toolkit is available in English and Spanish, and contains information and resources about rights, current DPS policies, training, mental health support, DPS resources, community resources and more. To request the toolkit in another language, email office_communications@dpsk12.net.
Jan. 24, 2025
ICYMI: Access Immigration Resource Toolkits
EDUCA DPS Podcast: School-based Mental Health Services
In this week’s show, Libby Malone and Cristina DeCuir-Delgado, nationally-certified school psychologists, discuss the school-based mental health resources available for students at DPS. Libby and Cristina also share tips for parents on supporting their students as they navigate the school year.
Watch the episode in English and Spanish or listen on your favorite podcast platform by searching for the Denver Public School Podcast Network.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards Luncheon
The Office of Business Diversity has earned a prestigious recognition for championing minority and women owned businesses in capital improvement projects across the district. This distinguished honor celebrates individuals, corporations and nonprofit organizations that embody the spirit of Martin Luther King, Jr. through their commitment to social responsibility and equity. Murugan Palani, Director of the Office of Business Diversity, proudly accepted the award on behalf of the district, highlighting their dedication to fostering equity and empowering communities.
Extended Learning and Community Schools: Summer Camp Registration
DPS' Extended Learning and Community Schools (ELCS) will be offering three different camp options this summer. Please see below:
For questions, email discovery_link@dpsk12.org, enrichment_extendedlearning@dpsk12.org and elcsports@dpsk12.net.
#MyPlanDPS Student Achievement Award Recipient
Zahirah's dream is to be a plastic surgeon. She pursues this dream by taking a medical assisting class to earn 150 hours in a clinic while enrolled in a college class. Through this medical assisting course, Zahirah can be certified as a medical assistant. She has leaned on her mother's strength and encouragement to achieve her goals. Zahirah is proud to be part of the first generation in her family to go to college. She speaks of how proud she is that her parents risked everything to come to the United States to give her so many opportunities that they did not have. Zahirah's advice to freshmen is to, "know your boundaries and take advantage of every opportunity that is given to you."
DPS Spirit Nights at Urban Air
Join us for DPS Spirit Nights at Urban Air Adventure Park (9550 E 40th Ave, Denver, CO 80238) on Saturday, Feb. 1 and Feb. 17!
Enjoy exclusive DPS Spirit Night pricing from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tickets are available at the front desk on Feb. 1 and 17. Be sure to mention DPS Spirit Night at time of purchase! 20% of all ticket sales will be donated back to the DPS Foundation! For questions, email events@dpsfoundation.org.
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