Dear youth councils, commissions, and organizations across the beautiful state of Colorado, My name is Mona Cho, and I am a Youth Advisory Board member for the non-profit organization Plan International USA. I would like to invite your students to apply…Continue Reading
Dear Families, We’re excited to invite you to the Denver Public Schools Family Cultural Festival! Join us for a family-friendly event celebrating multicultural diversity and fostering community connections. Date: Saturday, April 19, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Harvey Park Recreation Center, 2120 S…Continue Reading
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is looking for participants for the Summer Teen Volunteer program for the summer of 2025! Enclosed please find information about our service-learning program to share with your students. This flyer also can be printed and…Continue Reading
Family Toolkit The Family Resource Toolkit (available in multiple languages here) contains information about rights, current DPS policies, Know Your Rights training, mental health support, DPS resources, community resources and more. Student ToolkitThe Student Resource Toolkit is available in English…Continue Reading
Please accept this letter and outreach flyer regarding the Sachs Foundation’s scholarship which opened on January 1st. On the information sheet a QR code can be found to visit our website. The Sachs Foundation scholarship can only be accessed through…Continue Reading
This is an amazing summer opportunity for Black/African-American, Latino/a/LatinX, and Asian American/Pacific Islander/AAPI students!! Learn more about the Achieving Excellence Academy here on their website: https://celt.dpsk12.org/…/achieving-excellence-academy
Tasty Food Winter Break Schedule Tasty Food sites will be open during Winter Break to provide free meals and/or snacks for youth ages 3-18. This critical resource helps families when schools are closed during annual breaks. No registration or ID…Continue Reading
Check out this exciting workforce opportunity in the telecom and construction field aimed for recent high school graduates! This opportunity offers a great start for students looking to jump directly into a rewarding career, immediately allowing them to earn up…Continue Reading
Students can apply to college for FREE from Tuesday, Oct. 15 through Thursday, Oct. 17 as part of Colorado Free Application Days!What are Colorado Free Application Days? Colorado Free Application Days happen from Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, through Thursday, Oct. 17,…Continue Reading
Fuel Your Academic Success with Tasty Food! The Office of Children’s Affairs warmly welcomes all youth aged 3 to 18 to receive a nutritious after-school meal and/or snack at various Tasty Food sites across the city of Denver. No ID…Continue Reading
This is All Girls Math, an organization fostering an interest in math in girls around the world. We were wondering if your students would be interested in our free All Girls Math Online Tournament starting in late September. Here are…Continue Reading
Upcoming Back-to-School Events to Offer Vaccines Two upcoming back-to-school events will offer school readiness resources and vaccines for families in the Denver Metro area: Back to School FairThursday, August 1 from 5 – 7 p.m.The Fax Partnership Parking Lot6740 E Colfax Ave.…Continue Reading
Tasty Food is currently taking a break to gear up for summer. All Denver youth ages 3-18 can still get free snacks on a first-come, first-served basis at select sites thanks to the Denver Inner City Parish. No ID or…Continue Reading
Biden-Harris Administration Makes History Launching New Suite of Summer Nutrition Programs to Help Tackle Hunger and Improve Healthy Eating for Millions of Children“SUN Programs” Include New Grocery Benefits, In-Person Meals and To-Go Meals WASHINGTON, May 21, 2024 – The U.S. Department…Continue Reading
Please check out these summer resources and programs, which include summer programming hosted by the City of Denver and DPS. WellPower will also be hosting a series of meet-ups, field trips, and online group sessions. We highly encourage students to take advantage of…Continue Reading
Registration for summer activities with Denver Parks and Recreation is open! Visit denvergov.org/ActivitiesPrograms to browse this season’s offerings. Activities include hiking excursions and other outdoor adventures, painting and music classes, sports for all ages and a variety of youth summer camps.
If you have youth between the ages of 14 and 21 who are looking for summer employment they have the opportunity to make up to $2,100 doing summer work with the Denver Youth Employment Program. Students must meet self-attested financial eligibility requirements…Continue Reading
The Family Wellness Fest event series is brought to you by the DPS Departments of Family and Community Engagement (FACE) and Trauma-Informed & Restorative Practices, as well as community partner, Kaiser Permanente. Enjoy free childcare, food and giveaways! Learn from DPS experts…Continue Reading
Generation Teach STEAM Academy is open to students currently in fifth, sixth or seventh grade. The GT STEAM Academy (GTSA) is a free, five-week summer academic acceleration program for middle school students. GTSA introduces students to engineering and social justice,…Continue Reading
Please refer your high school juniors and seniors to the Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship. The fellowship includes a dynamic summer of learning, teaching and creating a community. Fellows receive a $4,775 scholarship and over 300 hours of meaningful service…Continue Reading
Please see the message below from Rise Above Colorado: We are excited to share with you that we are accepting applications for our 2024-2025 statewide Teen Action Council! Our teen council convenes youth across the state to work on shared…Continue Reading
Our friends at Upstream have a really exciting opportunity for y’all: they’re inviting students from our school to apply to their Student Task Force. The Student Task Force is a paid summer opportunity where students edit lessons in the curriculum, propose new…Continue Reading
DPS is committed to supporting the whole child to ensure Every Learner Thrives. This commitment is embodied in the enrichment that the DPS community hubs have provided to Denver families and students, especially migrant families who are new to our community. The community…Continue Reading
This year, DPS is welcoming more families from other countries than we have in past years. Enrollment can be overwhelming and families may not know which department can best assist them with their needs. The DPS Communications, Enrollment Services, Multilingual…Continue Reading
Join the Multilingual Education (MLE) District Advisory Committee (DAC) on Wednesday, March 20 from 5-7 p.m. at Dr. Martin Luther King Early College. This month, the Department of Climate and Safety will share information about district safety processes. Share the attached flyers with your…Continue Reading
In collaboration with Black Parent Network, FACE University is hosting a four-part virtual series: Navigating the Colorado Education System. Our goal is to empower Black families with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the Colorado education system effectively.…Continue Reading
YAASPA is a non-profit organization that endeavors to build the self-efficacy of youth who desire to make change in our communities, and pursue social science degrees, and social justice careers. Our mission is to encourage and support disengaged and underserved…Continue Reading
Experience digital books in over 20 languages on SORA!This three-minute video demonstrates three ways to filter and find books, audiobooks, magazines and read-alouds in Spanish, Vietnamese, Arabic and many other languages. Please note that not all materials are available in all languages.Have a…Continue Reading
Join FACE University for a Social Media Safety training for families on March 12 from 5-6 p.m. This session will provide resources and tips for families on the dangers of social media and how to help their students stay safe and smart online.Use this…Continue Reading
Join the Denver Department of Economic Development and Opportunity on Feb. 29 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for a high school construction careers hiring event. All interested DPS students are invited to attend and explore full- and part-time employment, internship and apprenticeship opportunities. The…Continue Reading
Second Annual Black Student Alliance District Banquet Join us for the Second Annual Black Student Alliance Banquet and Awards, a celebration of achievements and cultural heritage within our student community, on Feb. 22. This year’s keynote speaker is Demi Singleton, an acclaimed actress who…Continue Reading
Please see the message below from DPS Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero. Dear Team DPS, As Black History Month begins, it is important to take a moment to reflect on the rich tapestry of African American contributions to society as a…Continue Reading
West High Registration for Spring Athletics is open, please share with your students and parents. If you are interested in participating in a sport this coming school year, below is the information you need to know to get involved. We…Continue Reading
FACE University is a resource and learning hub for families in Denver Metro. The upcoming sessions are as follows:Thursday, Feb. 1, 9-10 a.m.: ED Care — This workshop educates parents and school staff members on EDCare’s services. RSVP here.Thursday, Feb. 8, 5-6 p.m.: Social-Emotional Learning…Continue Reading
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is looking for participants for the Summer Teen Volunteer program for the summer of 2024! This is a competitive program that runs from June 10th through August 2nd for teens ages 16-18. More information can be found…Continue Reading
African American Young Lady Summit (AAYLS) welcomes you to participate in an awesome mentoring day (Sista 2 Sista) featuring discussions on mental health, black hair, physical challenges and engaging activities. This event will take place at Colorado Community Church (14000…Continue Reading
Join the Multilingual Education (MLE) District Advisory Committee (DAC) on Wednesday, Jan. 24 from 5-7 p.m. at CEC Early College. This month, we are presenting information on Bully Prevention and Parent Constituency Services. Dinner, childcare and interpretation services will be available. Please register…Continue Reading
Dear Denver Online parent/guardian, There are just a few days left before Denver Online students and staff go on Fall Break! Denver Public Schools are closed Nov. 20- 24. Students who have fallen behind in their courses have a great opportunity…Continue Reading
Dear Denver Online Families, Please read below for a very important message requiring your attention as it is so important to have your feedback! The DPS “Your Voice/Tu Voz” Family Survey is open now through Wednesday, Nov. 15. Families can access the survey…Continue Reading
Rise Above Colorado’s Educational Resources Not Prescribed: The Not Prescribed Lesson provides teens with the science and stories to understand the risks of misusing prescription drugs and the tools and resources to manage their own health as well as advocate…Continue Reading
What is Engineering Summer Bridge Program: This FREE 4-week summer bridge is designed to give a boost in the fundamental math skills required for STEM pursuit, provide career and professional skills opportunities, and connect you with like-minded peer students who…Continue Reading
The DPS Sustainability Team invites you to attend one of the many Earth Day Events happening throughout our community. See a list of events being hosted throughout the DPS community below. Montbello Career and Technical High: Connecting to the Earth through…Continue Reading
Please see the message below from Anna Schneemann, Director of the Silverback Volleyball Club: I’m reaching out to invite your volleyball athletes, and volleyball beginners, of all ages and genders, to sign up for our free summer open gyms. We are…Continue Reading
Please see the info below from Youth Roots Program Coordinator, Anna: My name is Anna and I am the Program Coordinator for YouthRoots, a Denver-based youth leadership organization that empowers teenagers to make changes in their community. We have extended…Continue Reading