Category: AAEN

Published January 11, 2019

The Bailey Blog As we engaged in the implementation of the recommendations of the African American Equity Task Force and gathered additional feedback from the community, one of the issues that consistently emerged was the need for tools to assist African American parents and students in navigating Pre-K education in Denver and beyond. We heard

Published January 8, 2019

The DPS community is invited to join Denver Board of Education members, district leadership, educators and students as we come together Monday, Jan. 21, to commemorate the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 33rd annual MLK Jr. Marade. Meeting Up: Team DPS will be meeting between 8:30-9 a.m. at the East High School

Published January 8, 2019

The Colorado Black Round Table (CBRT) will be hosting the annual MLK Jr. Gaining Ground in the Black Community Youth Leadership Intensive and Parent Information Summit after the Martin Luther King Jr. Marade on Monday, Jan. 21. This youth-focused, MLK holiday community event will be held from 12-4 p.m. in the Manual High School Thunder Dome. The

Published January 4, 2019

To make it more convenient for families to learn about their school options, DPS is holding five regional school expos rather than one large districtwide expo, as we have in the past. These expos will take place Jan. 15-17, 2019. Families can: Visit with school leaders from elementary, middle and high schools in the area.

Published December 14, 2018

Dec. 12 marked the third convening of the African-American Young Ladies Summit (A2YLS), bringing together almost 300 DPS students to learn, grow and build upon the ideas that were created during previous summits. As creator and organizer, Dr. Plashan McCune stated during the first summit this past May, “I’d like this event to become a

Published December 10, 2018

Over 200 students from high schools across DPS gathered together on Nov. 27 to discuss their futures with Denver community leaders, college and career representatives, DPS leaders and local government figures. This is the third Black Male Initiative event that has taken place over the past year with the focus on providing critical college resources and

Published December 7, 2018

Original article from the DPS Board of Education Update for Dec. 6, 2018 Targeted Supports for Black Students  The Denver Board of Education tonight took an in-depth look at targeted supports for black students during its Focus on Achievement session, hearing from students, community partners and the African American Equity Task Force. “I think it’s

Published December 6, 2018

There are many resources available to Denver families during the holiday season. Use the following guides to find information on food baskets, holiday meals, toys for children and more! FACE Center Holiday Food and Resource Guide 2018 December 2018 Holiday Resources Holiday Toys for Children

Published November 29, 2018

All families and liaisons are invited to attend the interactive Family Leadership Institute to take place on Thursday, December 13th from 9:30 – 11:30 am at the PPA Event Center, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver 80211. We will discuss the following important topics: How to enhance parent leadership and advocacy skills at home, at school, and

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