Dec. 5, 2024
Support DPS Students Through the HEN Hygiene Drive
Join the DPS Homeless Education Network (HEN) by donating hygiene items to support youth experiencing homelessness now through Thursday, Dec. 12. The drop-off location (1617 S. Acoma St., Green Collaboration Space #212) is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Email HEN_Acoma@dpsk12.org to arrange alternative drop-off or pick-up options.
The most needed items are deodorant, body lotion, hair care products (all hair types), toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, brushes, dry shampoo and personal or baby wipes. HEN is serving hundreds of students, and the need continues to grow. Any size donation makes a difference.
Black Student Success (BSS): Cultivating Joy in the Classroom
The Black Student Success (BSS) Director, Michael Atkins, and his team visited the BSS Learning Lab Schools for Instructional Rounds at Lowry Elementary School and Columbine Elementary School.
A core part of the BSS Purpose Statement is to, “co-create joyful experiences where the excellence of our Black students shines and their brilliance knows no bounds.” In alignment with the BSS Purpose Statement, BSS asked educators during this visit how they cultivate joy in their classrooms and invited students to share what brings them joy at school. Hear their thoughtful responses!
Top 5 Callout Poll: Favorite Snow Activity ☃️❄️
Whether you’re hitting the slopes or making a snowman, we want to know what winter activity you're most excited about! There are snow many options, vote for your favorite.
DPSManagement Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2025 Cohort!
DPSManagement (DPSM) supports supervisors, managers, directors, assistant principals and deans to hone their leadership skills, influence and engage those they lead, facilitate change and develop a performance-based team culture. Participants in DPSM engage in a kick off session, six weekly sessions and a graduation celebration dedicated to leadership training, creating effective teams, equity practices, mentoring and implementing continuous improvement. For more information, visit the CELT page on The Commons or contact Melissa Muniz. Apply for the Spring 2025 cohort via this link.
Celebrate Colorado Gives Day and Win Prizes!
Team DPS members who donate to the Denver Public Schools Foundation before or on Colorado Gives Day, Tuesday, Dec. 10, will be automatically entered to win prizes that include Denver Nuggets tickets, Colorado Avalanche tickets, gift cards and more!
Additionally, you could win money for your school! Donors who give $100+ will be entered for a chance to grant $2,000 to their favorite DPS school. Learn more and make your gift here!
You're Invited to the DPS Belong Social!
Register for the We Belong Social on Wednesday, Dec. 18! All DPS team members and their families are welcome. Join us any time between 4-7:30 p.m. at the North High School cafeteria to network, learn about the different Belong Groups, feast, play games and make meaningful connections!
Newsletter Calendar Available
Whether you are a frequent submitter or just want to keep track of our communications newsletters, subscribe to the DPS Newsletter Publication Schedule on Google Calendar. Additionally, around the holidays Communications does not send newsletters. We keep our newsletter submission page updated so you’ll never have to guess when the last newsletter of the semester will go out! If you have any questions, email newsletters@dpsk12.org.
Winter Spirit Week Dec. 9-13
