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All DPS schools on Two-Hour Delayed Start Monday, Oct. 28.

All DPS schools are on a 2-hour delayed start this morning, Monday, Oct. 28, due to winter weather and road conditions. All schools will start

Ballot Measure Prop CC: Answering Questions on How It Could Affect School Funding

There’s a question on the Nov. 5 ballot that affects school funding in Colorado. If approved by voters, Proposition CC would mean the state government

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Supporting Every Student for Career and College Success

Dear Team DPS, The power of a great education is that it opens many doors for our children, giving them the power to choose their

All DPS Schools Open on Thursday, Oct. 24

All DPS schools are open and operating on a normal schedule today, Thursday, Oct. 24. Due to road conditions, there may be minor delays on

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In Their Own Words: Coming Full Circle with DPS

by Esmeralda Rodriguez, Montbello High School ’08 My name is Esmeralda Rodriguez and I love helping the students and families of Denver Public Schools (DPS). Read More »

Samuels “Sanctuary” Brings Rocky Mountains to Southeast Denver

Fall is the perfect time for a field trip to the Colorado Foothills. For Samuels Elementary School students, that Rocky Mountain getaway requires just a brief, two-minute

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Apply for the Bond and Mill Levy Planning Committee

DPS is considering asking voters for tax funds to support a bond initiative and mill levy override in 2020. We want our community members

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The Power of School-Based Flexibility … and Excellence in the Classroom

Dear DPS Community, I love a good comeback story! Last week, I shared the results of this year’s School Performance Framework (SPF) ratings with you,

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DPS’ Top Educators Honored at Excellence in Teaching

About 1,200 DPS educators were celebrated for their outstanding performance in the classroom and with our kids during our annual Excellence in Teaching Tuesday night.

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Compass Academy Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Watch Britt Moreno’s news report of her visit to Compass Academy on CBS4Denver.com A big THANK YOU to CBS Denver Anchor Britt Moreno for sharing