Nov. 21, 2024
Stay Safe While Shopping Online This Holiday Season
The holiday season is a prime time for online shopping -- and unfortunately, for cybercriminals too. They often create fake shopping websites or send fraudulent emails and texts with phony order or shipping updates that look legitimate.
To stay safe:
Avoid clicking on links in unsolicited emails or messages. Instead, go directly to the retailer’s website to check your orders.
Be cautious of "too good to be true" deals. Scammers use these to trick people.
Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) whenever possible to secure your accounts.
Protect yourself and your family this season. For more tips on staying safe while shopping online, check out these resources.
Growing Our Own: DPS Technology Apprentice
Cruz Rivera, a West High School student, started as an intern with the Department of Technology Services (DoTS). He then continued with the apprenticeship program when DoTS expanded its engagement in work-based learning to include this opportunity. As he enters his second year as an apprentice, Cruz has taken on a leadership role as a mentor for younger students. He is taking a gap year to complete his apprenticeship and will attend DU starting in the fall of 2025.
All DPS departments are invited to learn about youth apprenticeships in upcoming information sessions on Jan. 7 from 10-10:30 a.m. and Jan. 8 from 2:30-3 p.m. at EGC, Room 1015. Contact Diana Casillas Chavez for more information.
Paid Family Empowerment Opportunity for Title I Schools
Raising Highly Capable Kids is a parenting program developed to build stronger families by empowering parents with the confidence, tools and skills they need to raise healthy, caring and responsible children.
We are recruiting six to 12 Title I school staff to train and run this program. Extra duty pay will be provided. This program is available in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Arabic. If you are interested in training or receiving free materials for any of our family leadership programs, complete the interest form.
Apply for 2024-25 Aspiring Teacher Leader of Color Cohort
Applications for the 2024-25 Aspiring Teacher Leader of Color Cohort are now open. This cohort experience is designed to support educators and SSPs of color in developing adaptive and technical skills aligned to teacher leader roles within their building. The cohort will have a strong focus on cultivating leaders for equity, inspiring those who aspire to become leaders. This cohort experience comes with a $500 annual stipend and an opportunity to build your network. To learn more about this opportunity, review the Program Overview. If you have any questions, contact Pamela Stigall.
Get Involved in the Climate Action Project
Climate Action Project is a free, six-week project that allows students ages 3-21 and teachers to engage in virtual international collaboration on environmental topics. Classrooms will explore the causes and effects of climate change, and students will have the opportunity to develop solutions and take action.
This project is supported by prominent figures like Prince William, David Attenborough, Dr. Jane Goodall, world leaders and Ministries of Education across 16 countries. The project has been featured by media across 45 countries including National Geographic, BBC and CNN. Let’s get DPS students involved in this impactful work! Register here.
Don't Miss Out: The DPS Spirit Store is Here for You!
The DPS Spirit Store is your go-to destination for all things DPS and Shared Core Values branded items! Whether you're looking for apparel, accessories or other fun swag, we've got you covered.
What's available:
A wide range of DPS and Shared Core Values branded items, such as clothing and accessories.
New products are added regularly.
Items that are perfect for showing off your DPS pride or gifting to others.
If you haven’t already, simply create and save your employee profile the first time you visit the site. After that, you’ll be ready to start shopping! Show your team spirit by visiting the DPS Spirit Store today!
Celebrate Colorado Gives Day and Win Prizes!
Team DPS members who donate to the Denver Public Schools Foundation before or on Colorado Gives Day, 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!
