When our school changed, my life changed…

At the beginning of her middle school experience, Janette was one of the most struggling students at Hamilton Middle School, both academically and behaviorally. She is the first to say, that before the “Hamilton Renaissance”(the term used to describe the improvement...

Elicia’s Story of Success: The Lasting Impact of Your Gift

Written by Elicia Dennis, 2013 DPS Graduate I am the person I am today because of my education in Denver Public Schools. I look back and can see so clearly the commitment of my DPS teachers, who sparked my love for learning.  I was constantly told by my teachers,...

I Give for Team DPS because it’s something that I believe in.

Written by Kerry Black, Thomas Jefferson “As a teacher at TJ, I often see students that come into my classroom who have benefited from programs funded by the DPS Foundation, and I truly see the difference it has made. I love to see my students learn and grow....

We give for Team DPS because we love our students!

South High School, winner of the 2013 MVP Award shares, why they decided to support the I Give for Team DPS employee giving campaign. “Outside of our competitive spirit and the encouraging emails from team captain Karen to participate in the campaign, we are all team...

The Peña-Chavkin Family

“Education is a fundamental value of our family. We believe public education is the foundation of a thriving community. We want all DPS students to graduate with the skills and abilities needed to make informed decisions; that will create a better Denver. DPS is...

Target, a Literacy Champion for DPS!

In February students at DPS’s Barnum Elementary drew their ideal school library and now, thanks to Target Corporation and The Heart of America Foundation, their dreams are a reality! Over the past two years, Barnum and Godsman Elementary unveiled newly renovated...

QEP Resources, a STEM Champion for DPS!

“At QEP, we recognize the importance of investing in the community. If you look at the jobs in highest demand for the nation as a whole, STEM fields have such tremendous opportunities for our young people. Even if a student’s interests are outside STEM fields, there...

Mary Brauer, a Champion for DPS!

“One of the greatest joys of my support is going to visit the schools and see the programs I am investing in. To see the faces of the kids light up as they come through the door for an afternoon of fitness and learning and a hot meal – it makes the impact of my gift...