In the upside down world of schools, classroom teachers rank the lowest while those closest to administrators rank the highest.
Calling it out: The daily frustration of teaching disruptions Read More »
During this open enrollment season, we encourage parents to explore charter school options, and we’ve highlighted resources to help inform that decision below.
Unlocking opportunity: The power of charter schools for Colorado parents Read More »
“Mental health” counselors intend to alleviate the “trauma” students encounter in their daily lives. While the intention is noble, the practice is varied, with most students quickly realizing the power of victimhood in our society.
Homework is traumatic: The problem with “mental health” Read More »
I have a lot of hope for the future. I know that my role is more than teaching the academic skills needed for kindergarten. It is teaching them how to have a voice and communicate their needs in appropriate ways to other kids and adults.
A rush to get them ready: Teaching our littlest learners Read More »
Many undocumented students face this reality every day. At every step the walls of bureaucracy are higher and wider than anything we could have imagined.
Invisibly in plain sight: My undocumented experience in Denver Public Schools Read More »
I aspire to be a candidate for all of Denver, regardless of (my DCTA) endorsement, so I want to succinctly explain some of my key beliefs so that everyone knows where I stand.
Kwame Spearman details his education agenda Read More »
Sia: As someone who has been the president of a teachers union and worked in charter schools, I have a unique perspective on both sides of the issue.
DPS board candidate Kimberlee Sia: Union-reform divide is a false dichotomy Read More »
At Cole Arts & Science Academy we are intentional about supporting our Hispanic students in a way that feels authentic to their educational experience and to the experiences of their families living in our communities.
At Cole, supporting Spanish-speaking learners this Hispanic Heritage Month Read More »
Educator Cesar Sanchez: My love for teaching started when I was a kid. When I came to the United States at 14 years old and faced challenges, I knew education was where I needed to be to fuel that passion.
We must be the role models we needed as students Read More »
Resign DPS Board’s primary survey takeaway is the following: The incumbents who seek to remain in office and the Denver community are further apart than ever in what they want from DPS. Community members across Denver want DPS to focus on two things: Ensuring our staff and students are safe and improving academic outcomes for all students.
Survey shows DPS board incumbents, community far apart on top priorities Read More »
