At Compass Academy, fieldwork is aimed at creating an environment of learning defined by purpose and relevance where every student feels known and is provided with the support to succeed.
Compass Academy: Trusting students to own their learning Read More »
In the wake of the groundbreaking but rocky rollout of universal preschool (UPK) in Colorado last year, the focus at the school level has shifted towards ensuring that parents receive the support they need during the enrollment process. Recognizing the pivotal role parents play in a child’s educational journey, KIPP Colorado Public Schools is working
Supporting families through the Universal PreK process Read More »
The guide provides detailed information about each school, allowing the community to view and compare academic information, student and teacher demographics, social-emotional supports, enrichment opportunities, parent survey results, and more.
Filling a gap: Introducing the Mile High School Guide Read More »
Despite our frustration, we accept the decision made and want to urge the board to use this opportunity to manage their sole employee with a more intentional focus on accountability, transparency, and community integration.
In wake of Marrero raise, young alumni offer recommendations to DPS leadership Read More »
The key to comprehensive summer programs is that they offer a safe, consistent, and positive environment daily for approximately six hours and for six to eight weeks. While there are various options available for Denver youth in the summer, very few are comprehensive programs that meet the consistency needs of working families.
Supporting Denver youth this summer Read More »
Denver Public Schools is facing declining enrollment across the district. Any serious school board candidate must have a vision to tackle this problem.
Kwame Spearman: How to reverse declining enrollment in DPS Read More »
None of us are arguing for “throwing children away,” as certain board members have claimed, yet the current discipline matrix treats everyone as expendable.
Neglected school safety in Denver: A call for accountability and effective solutions Read More »
I know what it is like to teach in our classrooms, to lead in our schools, and to support principals as a supervisor, coach and mentor. Doing those things brings me great joy. I also know what it is like to stand outside of the school where my two children are trapped because a shooting has occurred.
Youngquist: Why I am considering a run for Denver school board Read More »
This summer, we will mark a significant milestone for education here in Denver. Rocky Mountain Prep and STRIVE Prep will unite to become the first cradle-to-college network in Denver, offering students educational support from 12 weeks old through 12th grade.
Setting a vision for the future of Rocky Mountain Prep, STRIVE Prep Read More »
In the same week he won a key procedural victory over the Adams 14 School District, University Prep CEO David Singer was recognized with a 2023 “Changemaker Award” from the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools.
University Prep’s David Singer wins national honor Read More »
