Category: Student Profile

November 18, 2014

Nadia Maricic: Aspiring Professional Artist

“Brush your hair. Match your clothes. Go to school at 7am. Be home by 4pm. And for heaven’s sake, stay focused: no daydreaming.” Isn’t that the advice many parents give their kids? We grow our students to be efficient hard-workers who follow perfectly rehearsed routines.... Continue Reading

November 12, 2014

Walker Masuda: Musician

If the stereotypical rock star has long hair, loves AC/DC, and has an electric guitar glued to their hand, Walker Masuda fits the bill. But the stereotypical rock star likely isn’t also rocking out his high school homework in the midst of performances,... Continue Reading

September 23, 2014

Zach Quint: Competitive Video Gamer

“She gets the gaming culture; she’s part of it,” 17-year-old Zach Quint said about his video game programming teacher. There’s something special about the ability to connect with the people who “get you” while doing the things you love that is immeasurable in education.... Continue Reading

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