Author: Amalia Espinoza

Published November 8, 2018

The members of Sisters in Service are honored to provide the “Heart of Gold Scholarship Award.”  There are four awards ranging from $250 to $1,000. This need-based award will be offered to exceptional student candidates to help fund their higher educational needs. Visit http://sistersinservice1.org/scholarship-application/ for information on qualifications and how to apply. Applications are due December

Published November 1, 2018

Excerpt from The Colorado Trust article by Chandra Thomas Whitfield: “…Across the state, around 4.6 percent of students in the 2017-18 school year were Black, but only 1.5 percent of teachers, according to state education department data. The diversity gap is even more pronounced among Latinos; around 34 percent of students were Latino, but only 8

Published October 26, 2018

Our own Allen Smith and Dr. Sharon Bailey spoke with Channel 9 News reporter, Anusha Roy to discuss the Bailey Report and how DPS is fighting institutionalized racism.   From Channel 9 News: “This week, Anusha Roy sat down with Allen Smith, the head of the DPS Culture, Equity & Leadership Team, and Dr. Sharon

Published October 25, 2018

From November 1 – 11, the National Museum of African-American History and Culture Museum is bringing its Community Curation Project to Denver in collaboration with the Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library and the Black American West Museum for 11 days of free community workshops, public programs, history, and culture. “The Community Curation Project connects African Americans across the digital generational divide by

Published October 23, 2018

The DPS Culture, Equity and Leadership Team hosts a weekly radio segment from 10–11 a.m., every Friday on EDUCA radio. Topics cover different aspects of DPS and take a look at how collaboration within our communities can help us further engage, inform and improve. Tune in: Fridays from 10–11 a.m. on 1090AM, or listen online

Published October 5, 2018

On behalf of the Education Leadership Council: The Education Leadership Council (ELC) is a nonpartisan, multi-stakeholder council, created through executive order by Governor John Hickenlooper. The ELC and the many leaders involved with this effort are looking at the state of Colorado’s education system, asking the hard questions, and working passionately to create a level playing field for

Published October 5, 2018

Complete this 7-minute online community survey and share your opinions on what you want to see in the new superintendent. Make sure to share your thoughts before the survey closes Oct. 12. The Board of Education will use the information provided in the survey as members consider candidates and make their selection.  Teacher Forum from 5-7 p.m.

Published October 5, 2018

Join the Colorado Black Round Table (CBRT) along with elected officials, democratic party leaders, business leaders, faith leaders, leaders of community organizations, fraternities, sororities, educators and concerned community members for the 2018 Gaining Ground in the Black Community Summit. Free to attend, no RSVP needed! Thursday, Oct. 18 New Hope Baptist Church 3–9 p.m TOPICS INCLUDE (tentative,

Published October 4, 2018

Denver Public Schools is excited to invite all DPS families and community members to attend Tom Boasberg’s final Superintendent Parent Forum. Join us as we celebrate a decade in review, wish Tom farewell and engage in three informative sessions: Effective Family Engagement Practices The Exceptional Child: Special Education and Gifted and Talented The Secondary Experience:

Published September 20, 2018

Join DPS Family and Community Engagement for two community hiring fairs in September! Bring your resume and dress to impress! Learn about diverse companies Opportunity to interview and be hired on the spot Learn about community resources available through the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Centers Wednesday, September 26 FACE Center at Johnson Elementary, 1850 S.