Profile of Ednium, new DPS alumni advocacy group
An organization of young Denver Public School alums promises to be a force for change and inclusion in the district.
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DPS engagement leader discusses community involvement in super search
Alece Montez, DPS’ Associate Chief for Family and Community Engagement, discusses how the district will use new tools during the superintendent search to improve the district’s spotty record on engaging the community in important decisions.
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DPS board approves 2021 opening for DSST Noel high school
The Denver school board approved a resolution Thursday evening allowing DSST’s Noel High School to open next summer, a move forced on the reluctant body last month by the State Board of Education.
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Colorado, DPS see enrollment decline
For the first time in more than 30 years, Colorado public school enrollment dropped this year — by 3.3%
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Latino leaders ask board for seat at table, for kids’ sake
“A public engagement process must be designed by a diverse community group, including representatives from the Latino community, that gives credence to all DPS stakeholders that it will be open and transparent.”
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Denver charter leaders ask to play a role in superintendent search process
Denver charter schools educate 21,000 students, more than 20 percent of the district’s total enrollment.
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New program delivers nutritious meals to Denver kids
In an effort to alleviate the disruption and rising tide of food insecurity brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, the Colorado Food Cluster (CFC), a group of community organizations, is joining forces to deliver “Enrich-Kits” which include 7 days worth of free, nutritious meals every week to thousands of students.
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Vernon Jones: Listen to the kids on remote learning
A quick video message from Vernon Jones on what kids are saying about remote learning.
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Dueling perspectives on Cordova, board via Brother Jeff
Two interviews, two perspectives on the Denver school board and Susana Cordova’s departure.
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State Board of Education slams, overrules DPS on DSST Noel high school
In an emphatic rebuke to the Denver Public Schools board, the Colorado State Board of Education Thursday ordered DPS to reconsider its decision to delay the opening of DSST Noel High School until 2022.
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