Links: 24-25 Calendar (Spanish Calendar)

• April 15-17  CMAS Language Arts

• April 18         No School -  DPS Staff Development Day

• April 22-23    CMAS 8th Science

• April 24         Mandatory 8th grade Student/Parent Continuation Meeting 6-7pm

Please join us on April 24th 6-7pm in Skinner Auditorium for the 8th grade Continuation Meeting. We’ll be sharing information on 8th grade Continuation Events, Continuation Expectations, and the Continuation Participation Contract. Our hope is that all 8th grade families and students will attend.  If you or your child are not able to attend, a follow-up email will be sent with resources for you to review.

This is a reminder that 8th graders take the CMAS Science assessment.  Testing will take place on Tuesday, April 22 and Wednesday, April 23rd. Please ensure your child is present each day, well-rested, and ready to do their best. It is also important that your child brings a fully charged Chromebook to school each day.

For test security, all students will be required to store cell phones, smartwatches, and other electronic devices in their lockers during testing.

For families of students who have opted out of testing, please plan for your child to arrive at 10:00 AM, after the testing session has ended. If a later drop-off is not possible, the auditorium will be available as a supervised space for students during testing.

Skinner Families, What's more fun than supporting our beloved Middle School? Supporting our beloved Middle School and local brewery of course.
What: Skinner Parent Social 
When: Wednesday April 23, 5:30-8:00 pm
Where: Hogshead 4460 W 29th Ave, Denver, CO 80212
Why: Meet other parents and have fun. We are excited to host our last "Parents Night Out" of the year on Wednesday, April 23, 5:30-8:00 pm at Hogshead Brewery. This is a great opportunity to connect with other Skinner parents and meet friends old and new. We hope you can make it and that you will bring a friend. 

We will have a few opportunities to learn more about the school and volunteering for end of year events. But mostly, we just want to have an opportunity to hang out and get to know other Skinner parents and have some fun. We will have pizza and snacks on hand for all attendees and the Hogshead bar will be open if you are looking to have an adult beverage.
We really hope you'll join us! Your Skinner PTO

Youth Program Locator: To learn more about summer programming and resources throughout the City and County of Denver, utilize the new Youth Program Locator and connect with events and activities near you!

My Denver Card: Youth ages five through 18 have free access to Denver’s recreation centers, swimming pools and cultural centers with their My Denver Card

The DPS website will be continuously updated with more information about summer programming. Keep checking the DPS Summer Programs page to see what opportunities are available!

Families - join us for North High's annual Science Night! Come have fun engaging in hands-on science experiments and activities. Meet the incredible science team. FREE event - fun for the whole family! Tuesday, April 22 from 5-7 pm. North High School - Main entrance & parking located at 32nd Avenue at Eliot St. Please RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/34xxdbep

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 Friday, April 18. Please note that submissions may be featured on the DPS website and DPS social media pages (Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn).

Capture your child's memories of a great year at Skinner. To purchase and customize your yearbook go to: www.treering.com/validate.  Enter your school’s passcode: 1014103592642212.  Regular price: $34.77. The order deadline for school delivery is April 24th, 2024. Yearbook Order Link

Denver Public Schools provides free vision, and hearing screenings for all students in identified grades (Early Childhood Education, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, and 9th). Skinner will have their screening for 7th graders only on April 21, 2025. The screenings are NOT an assessment or an evaluation and do NOT replace professional exams. Mass screening is considered best practice to identify students who may be at risk for health concerns affecting the student’s ability to learn, and who may need extra support to reach academic benchmarks. You must notify Skinner School Nurse directly at Lindsay_Koller@dpsk12.net or 720-424-1434 if you wish to REFUSE/OPT-OUT of any of the free screenings for your student.

The DPS Family Cultural Festival will take place April 19 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Harvey Park Recreation Center (2120 S Tennyson Way, Denver, CO 80219). This free event centers around celebrating culture, wellness and community! Bring your family and enjoy activities, resources and a welcoming space for all.

RSVP today to attend this great opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate multicultural diversity in a fun and supportive environment.

Join us for an exciting and empowering Summer Fitness & Wellness Series designed specifically for middle and high school girls (rising 6th-12th graders), non-binary, and trans kids! This dynamic program runs three times a week, offering a well-rounded approach to exercise, wellness, and self-care in a supportive and inclusive environment. This Summer Fitness Empowerment Series is not just about physical strength; it's about building a supportive community where every participant can celebrate their unique identity while fostering confidence, resilience, and a lifelong love for health and fitness. Let’s sweat, learn, and uplift each other this summer!

Vibe Gym & Wellness Collective, 4045 Pecos St, Suite 160, Denver, CO 80211. Classes are 3x/week from 1:30-2:30 pm. Block 1 - June 7 - July 4; Block 2 - July 7 - Aug 1. Contact Meghan for early bird special information, scroll to the bottom of the page to register your kiddo!

2025 Achieving Excellence Academy - Summer Learning Opportunity for Incoming 9th - 12th Graders

What is the AEA? The Achieving Excellence Academy (AEA) is a cultural summer program that highlights the experiences of Black/African-American, Latino/a/LatinX, and Asian American/Pacific Islander/AAPI students, families, and educators. The program serves as one district initiative especially for the support, encouragement, and development of students of marginalized identities, and all rising 9th through rising 12th graders are welcome to apply.

The AEA envisions a future where students of marginalized identities and resilience are regularly celebrated and experience JOY! AEA students are encouraged to learn who they are (self-identity and the excellence that resides within), what they are passionate about (and the power in community and coalition-building), and who they want to be (for themselves and in-service of others). It is our greatest hope for students to return each summer of the AEA program through their high school graduation year. Please click here for more information and the application link. The AEA student application window will close on Friday, April 18 at 4:00pm, and student enrollment is on a first come, first serve basis ~ space is limited!

Arrupe Jesuit High School invites boys and girls to our co-ed summer camps! All camps are designed for any skill level and are open to current 4th -7th grade students (2024-25 school year). Camps offered this year: Soccer, Volleyball and Cheer. Please click here for flyer and all info.

Costa Rica in 2026 & Japan in 2027! Reach out to Jamie Brnilovich (6th Grade Lang Arts Teacher), Group Leader with questions  jamie_brnilovich@dpsk12.net

CSC: Collaborative School Committee - first Wednesday of every month 4:00-5:30 at Skinner Library

• Meet with parents, admin, staff to discuss issues, impacts, and solutions for the school

• All meetings are open to the public

• CSC slide-deck

• Additional CSC meeting scheduled for March 19th to continue conversations around Staffing/Budget

PTO: Parent/Teacher Organization - first Wednesday of every month 5:30-6:30

• Fundraising, teacher appreciation, parent volunteers. 

Check out Skinner Website PTO for more information.

The school year calendar for the 2025-26 school year is now available. 2025-26 School Year Calendar

Several Skinner teachers have DonorsChoose projects posted hoping to obtain classroom and project supplies for their students. Please click here to see the projects and consider a donation today! Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Skinner's support staff team is in need of your help! Please check our Amazon wishlist and consider making a donation so we are able to provide to our students in need. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to our community's youth. Please click here and order some items today! Thanks in advance for your generosity.

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