Category: News

September 23, 2014

Joe Gurr: Passionate School Volunteer

Whether it’s flying down a ski slope at the Olympics, head banging on stage with your high school band, or maybe just settling for that $3.00 Rockstar from the local convenience store, everyone gets their energy from somewhere. The energy to get up and do something;... Continue Reading

September 19, 2014

Ashton White: Custer County Resident

See the following message from Ashton about herself and how Denver Online HS fits into her life. I have lived in rural Colorado for the past 13 years. Living in a rural community has had both its advantages and disadvantages. I have enjoyed having the opportunity to be in numerous extracurricular activities offered at my primary school,... Continue Reading

September 19, 2014

Madison James: New Zealand Migrant Farm Worker

See the following message from Madison James and how Denver Online HS fits into her life. I’m a proud graduate of Denver Online School. When I enrolled in March 2012 my goal was to be able to travel to New Zealand starting in October 2012 and for the next seven months.... Continue Reading

September 15, 2014

Cassidy Lawson: Police Academy Explorer

In a room filled with brawny young men, the slender, long haired, blonde girl seems to stick out like a sore thumb. But when it comes to work ethic, she fits right in. Sixteen-year-old Cassidy Lawson, a sophomore at Denver Online High School,... Continue Reading

September 15, 2014

Deonne Davis: Mile High Scholar

Deonne Davis is our official Mile High Scholar for the 2011-12 school year. Deonne was selected based on her leadership, respect for self, others, and for supporting her peers. “Each year the City and County of Denver has honored Denver Public School students in a city-wide ceremony with the Mayor and Superintendent.... Continue Reading

September 15, 2014

Kyra Kaviani: PlatteForum ArtLab Intern

There is a lot to be said for “grit.” Merriam-Webster Dictionary (2013) defines it as, “firmness of mind or spirit: unyielding courage in the face of hardship or danger.” No doubt, there are countless stories of grit shown throughout the lives of many Denver Online High School students.... Continue Reading

September 15, 2014

Jacob Smith: Convercent Tech Company Intern

Jacob Smith (16) is on the fast-track to success interning at Convercent, a start-up tech company who offers an application that helps companies integrate values, policies, and compliance. Originally, his aunt, who is an executive assistant at Convercent, helped him get a foot in the door for a summer internship.... Continue Reading

September 15, 2014

Annika Backes: International Model

Annika Backes is 16 years old from Denver, Colorado and is currently living in Paris, France modeling. She was scouted a year ago in the Cherry Creek Mall and has since been to South Korea, Japan, Miami,... Continue Reading

September 12, 2014

Student Profile: Kaitlin Hooks

The Mayor’s Youth Award (MYA) recognizes youth ages 13-19 who have overcome difficult situations in their lives by making positive changes and exhibiting strength and determination in the face of adversity. The young people we recognize have had a positive influence on themselves and those around them and often have not had any official recognition.... Continue Reading

September 11, 2014

Denver Online High School Earns Two State Farm Achievement Grants for Service Learning Program

September 11, 2014 Denver Online High School Earns Two State Farm Achievement Grants for Service Learning Program Denver Public Schools (DPS) educators at Denver Online High School to lead a Semester of Service designed to enhance student engagement through a State Farm Good Neighbor Student Achievement Grant.... Continue Reading