Dear DPS Community,
Join DPS in celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month. A Congressional resolution and Presidential proclamation designated May as Jewish American Heritage Month in 2006 as a way to honor and celebrate the impact of Jewish Americans. It is an excellent time to explore the Jewish experience and achievements of Jewish people.
A variety of ethnicities and nationalities make up the Jewish community. The Greater Denver Area Jewish community includes around 90,000 individuals who identify as Jewish through birth, adoption, marriage/partnership and conversion. Some connect with their Jewish identity through religious faith and practice, while others identify through a connection to their heritage and culture.
Classrooms and schools celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month can help students and families feel seen, heard and valued. By supporting our students, we can encourage a sense of belonging among Jewish American individuals and communities while fighting against negative stereotypes and biases and promoting positive representation.
I encourage you to embrace this learning opportunity in your classrooms and communities. Stay tuned to DPS social media (including my X and Instagram) and the DPS newsletters to learn more about Jewish American history, culture, achievements and challenges while building a more inclusive school community.
In collaboration,
Dr. Alex Marrero
Superintendent