Have you seen a colleague living our Shared Core Values? Nominate them for Living Our DPS, and they may be featured on The Commons homepage, DPS social media and in a future edition of Team DPS Weekly. Check back weekly to see who we're recognizing!
Aug. 29, 2024
Nominate a Teammate for Living Our DPS
Top 5 Call Out: Summer Humble Brags
We want to hear from you -- what was your favorite part of summer break? Share your travel photos, your favorite sweet treat or cute pics of your furry friends. Submit your responses and photos here for a chance to be featured in next week’s edition.
Please note: Any submitted photos will only be shared in next week's newsletter and will not be repurposed on any other channels.
DPS Employee Back2School 5K
Enjoy a morning of fitness, free massages, giveaways and fun for the whole family and friends at the DPS Employee Back2School 5K event! Join us on Saturday, Sept. 7 at Fleet Feet Cherry Creek, 3000 E 1st Ave. Unit 112. Registration is now open for this free event.
Event schedule:
8 a.m.: Sign In
8:45 a.m.: Stretch and Pictures
9 a.m.: Start
9:30 a.m.: Massages
Join the Women of Color Belong Group
The DPS Women of Color Belong Group (WOC) is a supportive network and sisterhood of professional women who are equally committed to the empowerment, development, collaboration and comradery of one another.
WOC offers several events throughout the year, both virtual and in-person, that provide a space of belonging in mental, social/emotional, financial, physical and cultural spaces.
To learn more about Women of Color visit our website, and sign up to enroll in our calendar of events!
Reach One Mentoring 2024-25 Recruitment
Reach One Mentoring is now accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year! If you are a new or returning educator in DPS, you are invited to join or continue in the Reach One Mentoring (ROM) Program. This initiative is designed for experienced team members of color to provide mentoring support for mentees in the Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities within DPS. The program will help to enrich your DPS career in a confidential space by focusing on:
Personal and professional development.
Sharpening skills and knowledge.
Collegial relationships of trust.
Apply to be a mentor or mentee now. Complete this form if you are returning as a mentor or mentee.
Special Education Universal Supports for 2024-25 School Year
The Exceptional Student Service (ESS) Special Education Department is excited to announce universal support that is being offered throughout the school year. These supports will include
Special Education Monthly Department Meetings.
Center Program Learning Cohorts (AN and MI).
Mild Moderate New Teacher Cohort.
Paraprofessional Support and Training.
Inclusive Practices Asynchronous Training.
For detailed information regarding each of these offerings, please refer to the SPED Universal Supports 2024-25.
DPS Shared Core Values Spirit Week
Join Team DPS for the Students First Spirit Week, Sept. 16-20. Take a moment to view the scheduled events for the week and discover opportunities to participate! A DPS resources folder has been created to support you with the week's activities. Don't forget to upload photos or videos of your school or team participating in Spirit Week! In need of support? Please fill out this form.
Request a QPR Training Today!
Question. Persuade. and Refer. (QPR) training can now be accessed by all DPS departments and school communities. QPR is a gatekeeper training on the topic of suicide prevention. The one-hour training teaches the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Contact Ron Glazier or Rasheeda Ouedraogo to request access to training. All training is free!
Explore the September Wellness Newsletter and Happenings Calendar
Dive into this month’s Wellness Newsletter and September Wellness Happenings Calendar for a wealth of resources and opportunities designed just for you. Discover our Nutrition Series, meet our district's gardener/farmer and register for the exciting Walktober Step Challenge. Check out our new fitness classes and Class Pass, and connect with our Dedicated Workplace Support Consultant.