As a society, it’s our obligation to dismantle these oppressive systems, and our first priority should be to end systemic racism in our schools. We can’t do that without the help of educators.
Student voice: The plague of racism in our schools Read More »
Our efforts at Rocky Mountain Prep to connect families to resources, and to help our scholars by meeting basic needs in the fastest manner possible gave rise to the Family Advocacy Support Team (FAST).
Nearly all families at DSA welcomed the idea of serving a more diverse student population, and I imagine few people anywhere would oppose this goal on its face. As with most things, however, it is much more complicated than it initially appears.
DSA’s expansion: What is the actual plan? Read More »
As a leader in the charter school community, I have observed one additional quality of effective governance: excellent school governance is rooted in good character.
Excellent school governance is rooted in good character Read More »
Do Dr. Alex Marrero and Director Tay Anderson deserve the opportunity to respond to these claims? Yes, absolutely. Should those with valid claims be afraid or intimidated from seeking justice because of the public trust that Dr. Marrero and Director Anderson enjoy? No, absolutely not.
Who’s looking out for our children? Read More »
As a group of high school students from both urban and rural communities, we are banding together to make sure school systems prioritize our mental health. We have communicated that we need consistent mental health support, yet we are not receiving it.
Young people are crying out: We need more mental health support Read More »
Whatever the results of the DPS superintendent search, the district must do some serious self-analysis to determine why many educators are passing up the opportunity to lead the district.
DPS superintendent search flawed; board needs to extend recruiting Read More »
There are already rumblings of dissatisfaction with the the three finalists to become Denver’s next schools superintendent. But it isn’t exactly a plum job at this moment in time.
Denver superintendent search: Who wants this job anyway? Read More »
With more than $1.1 billion in stimulus dollars flowing into Colorado school districts over the next year, the big question is: will the students in greatest need of support get it, and in what form?
Districts must direct stimulus funds to students with greatest needs — but will they? Read More »
Three Denver Language School parents write about why language immersion education is important to their families.
Why language immersion education matters to families Read More »
