EDUCATE Denver, a diverse group of civic leaders, developed more than 25 goals for DPS that the group will track monthly, to measure progress with a focus on raising achievement for students of color, special education students, and those from low-income families.
Reform group will report monthly on DPS key issue progress Read More »
Dr. Richard Charles, DPS’ chief information officer, is an experienced technologist who understands the nuanced landscape of technology in education and AI as a means to improve student outcomes.
Can DPS lead on AI? Read More »
What if all leaders of color felt advocated for, sponsored and supported to be leaders in their communities, the way I did as a first-grader?
From Ednium: Lead authentically as yourself 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 »
Last Friday’s board work session was refreshing. The meeting was a thoughtful discussion among peers who were asking questions of prepared and informed staff on topics that matter — the welfare and academic achievement of children.
A refreshing change: Some DPS board members focusing on what matters most Read More »
When I think about community impact, it is about the connections you make, it’s about knowing the community and understanding its problems enough to make real change. When I needed help throughout my life, those true connections were there to help me understand my next steps.
From Ednium: Be a person of value Read More »
Few places in Denver illustrate the impact of the influx of migrant families as clearly as Ashley Elementary School.
How one Denver school is serving hundreds of new migrant students Read More »
More than 2,200 new students have arrived since the start of the school year. DPS has been planning for slow, steady enrollment declines for the foreseeable future, and this throws planning into disarray. There’s no way to know how long the influx will continue, how many of the new arrivals will stay, or for how long.
DPS deserves kudos for handling of migrant student influx Read More »
In this inaugural piece by new Boardhawk columnist Alexis Menocal Harrigan, she argues that the Denver school board’s foot-dragging on drawing new director district essentially disenfranchises some voters.
It’s past time for DPS board to move on redistricting Read More »
Last Thursday’s unfortunate action by the holdover board members delays the return of meaningful accountability to the leadership of DPS. And, as usual, it is the city’s children who will pay the price.
DPS board’s old guard pushes through weak superintendent evaluation measures Read More »
