School counselors are a vital part of Team DPS, and their hard work helps keep DPS students and staff feeling safe and supported. In celebration of National School Counseling Week (Feb. 3-7), we want to recognize our great school counselors here in DPS. Shoutout an outstanding school counselor here.
Jan. 30, 2025
Top 5 Callout: National School Counselors Week
Top 5 Callout Results: Song of the Year -- 2025 Grammy Awards
Last week, we asked you to weigh in on the Song of the Year for the 2025 Grammy Awards. Check out the DPS winner below!
Black History Month Theme: African Americans and Labor
Black History Month is an important time to honor and celebrate the contributions and resilience of Black individuals throughout history. This year’s theme, “African Americans and Labor,” highlights the profound ways that work and working—whether free or unfree, skilled or unskilled, vocational or voluntary—are deeply interwoven into the collective experiences of Black people. Work has been central to Black history and culture, shaping narratives of perseverance, innovation and progress.
Black History Month provides a valuable opportunity to celebrate the rich contributions and achievements of Black individuals throughout history while fostering an inclusive, unified and equitable learning environment. Discover Black History Month facts and upcoming events in Denver. Show how your celebrating Black History Month by submitting to this form.
Employee Wellness Newsletter and Calendar
February is all about Heart Health! Nourish your mind, body and soul with our Employee Wellness Calendar and Wellness Newsletter. Discover tips, resources and activities to keep you thriving. Mark your calendars, sign up’s for our next step challenge, Spring into Motion open Feb. 17! Keep movement top of mind during these chilly days starting March 2. Let’s take care of ourselves together!
#MyPlanDPS Student Achievement Award
Do you know a high school student who is in DPS programs, has overcome challenges and has big dreams? Encourage them to apply for the #MyPlanDPS Student Achievement Award by May 5!
The #MyPlanDPS Student Achievement Award supports the DPS vision of Every Learner Thrives as students prepare for career, college and life by recognizing students who, through DPS programs, are thriving and excelling in high school. These students have developed academic and social skills that will launch them into their career and college success. This award celebrates the diverse paths available to DPS students, acknowledges the challenges they overcome and emphasizes that success is attainable to all students.
Upcoming Training for Trauma-informed and Restorative Practices
Learning Lab: Overcoming Common Challenges to Implementation: This virtual session will take place Thursday, Feb. 6 from 9-10 a.m. and is intended for Restorative Practice Coordinators.
Professional Learning Session: Restorative Practices Overcoming Common Challenges to Implementation: This event will take place Feb. 14 at Bruce Randolph School. The time is TBA. The session is intended forall members of Team DPS.
America's Healthiest Schools Award Program Informational Webinar
Join America’s Healthiest Schools award program to celebrate your school’s commitment to whole-child health and well-being. This annual program, hosted by Healthier Generation, recognizes schools excelling in up to nine health-related areas. Public and private schools across the U.S. can apply by April 15. Even past award recipients are encouraged to reapply to showcase their ongoing dedication to creating a healthy and supportive school environment. Watch an informational webinar to learn about the award criteria and application process.
Living Our DPS Honoree
Spenser Ladd
Campus Safety Officer, Thomas Jefferson HS
Students First
"Spenser continues to demonstrate a Students First approach to his work here at TJ. He is genuinely interested in connecting with our students and community, always works to keep our students safe, strives to be a person of visibility and trust in the building, and presents in a calm and welcoming demeanor within our school."
-- Natalie Koncz, Thomas Jefferson HS
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