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Oct. 18, 2024
Our Word Is Our Bond Updates
Accountability in Action: The DPS Bond Oversight Committee
Did you know that DPS appoints a committee of volunteers to help oversee and advise the district after bond measures are passed by Denver voters? The volunteers on the 2020 Bond Oversight Committee (BOC) worked tirelessly to ensure that promises made were promises kept. Hear more from our passionate volunteers, Veronica Booz and Becca Norris, about their experience on the BOC in this week’s episode of the EDUCA Podcast. Watch in English and Spanish.
2020 Bond Testimonial: Cheltenham ECE Playground
The 2020 Bond allowed for ECE students playground improvements to be a priority, and our young scholars at Cheltenham Elementary School are reaping the benefits. See their new playground in our latest video. Thank you, Denver voters, for your investment in public education! To learn more about the prospective school improvement projects in the 2024 bond package, visit our Bond website.
Industry Insider Series: Maintenance with Chief of Operations Trena Marsal
In this week’s episode of our 2024 Bond Industry Insider series, we hear from DPS’ Chief of Operations, Trena Marsal. Trena gives us a peek behind the curtain of what managing the critical maintenance needs of DPS schools looks like. For more information on what maintenance updates your school may receive should the 2024 Bond measure be passed, check out the 2024 Bond Allocation Dashboard. Use the filter report located in the upper righthand corner to begin your search.
DPS Student-Athletes of the Week
The DPS Student-Athletes of the Week highlights students who excel not only in their chosen activity, but also in academics, leadership, sportsmanship, citizenship and teamwork. Congratulations to our student-athletes of the week, Alesha Munoz-Sturgeon and Robert Wittke. Keep up the great work!
It's Never Too Late: DPS Custodian Pursues High School Diploma at 50 Years Old
Roddrick Marshall, a custodian at DC-21 at Wyman, will receive his high school diploma from Colorado’s first tuition-free, public high school for adults, The Excel Center. 30 years after receiving his GED, he is now running for student council to be the first School President!
Roddrick attends school full-time and is also a mentor for DPS students, encouraging them to stay in school and make good choices. He is also on Soar Elementary’s Board as an active board member and volunteers for Denver Street Partnership.
Congratulations, Roddrick!
Call for Student Entertainment at the DPS Foundation Achieve Gala
The Denver Public Schools Foundation is looking for student performance for our annual Achieve Gala on April 17, 2025! We’re looking for groups of any size, performances of any type or genre, featuring students of any grade. The event will welcome a diverse audience, including elementary school students and elected officials -- we ask that you please consider how your performance might resonate with everyone attending.
The theme for Achieve Gala 2025 is, “A Showcase of Student Leaders, Innovators and Change-Makers.” Students who are interested will need to complete the application form and send an audio or video recording of their current performance group to Samantha Rogan by Dec. 17.
FACE U Learning Series for Staff and Families on Tuesday, Oct. 22
FACE University is a resource and learning hub for the DPS community. Join us for our upcoming session, “Raising Media-Smart Kids - Social Media and Virtual Safety Skills” on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 6-7 p.m. Learn tips for managing family media use, choosing age-appropriate media, limiting social media, choosing cell phones and using safe district library resources. Plus, three attending families will win tickets to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science, DCM or History Colorado!
Can’t join in person? Watch the live stream on the FACE Youtube channel. If you have questions, contact Jasmine Rigby.
Calm and Kind Family Begins Nov. 4
Join us Nov. 4-7 from 6-7 p.m. for Calm and Kind Family, a program designed to equip parents with tools to support their children emotionally in three key areas: mental health, self-regulation and managing emotions.
One attending family each day will be entered to win tickets to the Children’s Museum, Museum of Nature and Science or Colorado History Museum! The first round will be offered in English and Spanish virtually on Zoom. Register by Monday, Oct. 21.
Upcoming Webinar: Supporting Youth Impacted by Trauma
Register and join us Wednesday, Oct. 23 at noon to learn about the impacts that trauma has on youth, and how to ensure all young people have the opportunity to build healthy relationships and feel safe in their environments. Dina Zainy from the DPS Trauma-Informed Practices Team will be hosting this session and will also provide parents with tools for how to support their child. Spanish interpretation will be available.
DPS Discount Days: Colorado Avalanche
Join us at Ball Arena on Wednesday, Oct. 30 as the Colorado Avalanche take on the Tampa Bay Lightning! $7 from each ticket sold through the fundraiser will be donated back to the DPS Foundation! Secure your tickets today.
