Denver Public Schools

🌟 This week, we celebrated our Native American students with DPS’ first-ever Native American Student Banquet and Awards Ceremony! 🌽From delicious food to heartfelt moments, 175 students came together to honor their achievements, express their pride, and celebrate their Nations. 💖 This event was a powerful reminder to admire, learn, and educate ourselves about Native culture and traditions.✨ #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #denver #nativeamerican

🎉 Happy Substitute Educators Day! 🖍️👩🏫 Our 1,600 guest teachers step in with flexibility, patience, and quick thinking to keep learning on track for our students. Whether it’s any subject, any time, or with just a few hours’ notice, they’re the bridge ensuring learning never skips a beat. 🌟 Let’s give a huge THANK YOU to our incredible substitute educators for all they do! 🙌📚 #Denver #SubstituteEducatorsDay #substituteteacher

I’m not crying, you’re crying! 🥲 Welcome home, Major Carrington! 💙 #denver Denver7 (KMGH-TV)

🎊Congrats on being this week's LOD awardee, Misty! We can't thank you enough for your fantastic work!👏 "Misty Schroeder exemplifies the Shared Core Value of putting Students First through her unwavering dedication and compassionate approach as a school counselor. Her commitment to student well-being is evident in her attentive listening to each student's concerns, ensuring that their voices are heard and their needs are met. Misty fosters strong connections with families, recognizing the vital role that home support plays in a student's success and stability. Her proactive efforts extend to regular check-ins with teachers, creating a cohesive support network that prioritizes a safe and nurturing environment for every student. Misty's holistic approach to counseling not only addresses individual challenges but also strengthens the overall educational experience, making her an exemplary candidate for this nomination." — Jennifer Shindoll, Willow Elementary

Who knew making stuffing was so easy?🍞 Follow this simple recipe, brought to you by our talented Emily Griffith Technical College culinary students, to impress your family and friends next week.😋 🦃What's your favorite Thanksgiving side dish? #thanksgiving #denver #culinaryschool #cooking #chef #stuffing #recipeideas #recipe #comfortfood #easyrecipes

🌟 Today we’re celebrating National Education Support Professionals Day! From paraprofessionals to custodians, bus drivers to school secretaries, and food service workers to health aides, these incredible individuals are the backbone of our schools. 🚌 Let's take a moment to thank them for their dedication and everything they do to support our schools and students every single day! 🙌 #thankyou #denver

🌎 The DPS Sustainability Team is thrilled to announce the release of its 2023-24 Climate Action & Accountability Annual Report, which documents progress toward DPS’ 2028 #ClimateAction goals. Thank you to all of our collaborators for making this work possible for our students, our community, and our livable future. According to LeeAnn Kittle, Executive Director of Sustainability, "The Climate Action Plan was made for progress, not perfection, and we are seeing progress already."☀️ 📰The report is available in English (https://lnkd.in/gRpe2dhJ) and Spanish (https://lnkd.in/gbnFtzbi) 🔗One-page summaries are also available in English (https://lnkd.in/gWDkT7Yd) and Spanish (https://lnkd.in/gs_ZA_Cu).

🎙️✨ This week on the EDUCA DPS Podcast, we're diving into a game-changer for young adults! Courtney Kallas, a passionate Special Education teacher at DPS, shares the incredible work happening at the Self-Determination Center. 🚀💡 Hear how this innovative program is empowering students to dream big, crush goals, and pave the way for a future they’re excited about. 🎧🌟 buzzsprout.com/2140193 --- 🎙️✨ ¡Esta semana en el Podcast de EDUCA DPS, nos sumergimos en un punto de inflexión para los adultos jóvenes! Courtney Kallas, una apasionada maestra de educación especial de DPS, comparte el increíble trabajo que se realiza en el Centro de Autodeterminación. 🚀💡 Escuche cómo este programa innovador permite a los estudiantes soñar en grande, alcanzar metas y allanar el camino hacia un futuro que les entusiasma. 🎧🌟 https://lnkd.in/ggiiK4tj #denver #podcast

🎩Hats off to Jen for bringing the fun and congrats on being this week's LOD awardee! Your energy is infectious!👏 "I am honored to nominate Jen for their incredible ability to bring fun and enthusiasm to our team. Jen has a unique talent for creating a lively and positive atmosphere, making our work environment not only productive but also genuinely enjoyable. Whether it’s through their infectious sense of humor, creative team-building activities or simply their upbeat attitude, Jen consistently brightens our days and fosters a sense of camaraderie. Their contributions go beyond just making us smile—they help us stay motivated, connected and engaged in our work. Thank you, Jen, for being the heart and soul of our team’s spirit. Your efforts to make our workplace fun are truly appreciated and deserve recognition!" — Oliviah Nicol, Climate and Safety

It's Teacher Tuesday, and we're featuring Edison Elementary School kindergarten teacher Valerie Lovato from Denver Public Schools! She has been an educator for 15 years, serves on her school’s leadership team and is the building’s representative for the Denver Classroom Teachers Association. Valerie says that the best part of teaching is “building relationships with students and seeing their growth through the year. I love watching kids learn the sounds of letters, putting them together to make words and then making sense of all the words put together on the page.” She says she teaches “to inspire future educators of our country. I am an advocate for the profession and the increase in respect and pay for our profession.” When she’s not teaching, Valerie loves to go to amusement parks and go on roller coasters.