Women’s History Month is a time to recognize the individuals who help strengthen school communities and support students every day.
For over 30 years, Sharolyn Wilkin has dedicated her career to supporting students across Denver Public Schools, first as a classroom teacher and now as an itinerant Gifted and Talented educator.
In her current role, Sharolyn works across multiple schools, including Eagleton Elementary School, Kaiser Elementary School, Lake Middle School, and Summit at Castro Middle School and High School. She supports advanced learners both academically and socially, partnering closely with teachers, families, and school staff to ensure students are challenged and seen in their learning journeys.
Her path into education began during a college classroom experience that sparked a passion for teaching, one that has continued to evolve throughout her career. Sharolyn shared, “I want every student to be seen, known, connected, and valued: building relationships, coming alongside them, challenging them, and inspiring them to develop confidence for now and the future.”
That commitment extends beyond the classroom through her work supporting students and schools through the Denver Public Schools Foundation’s A to Z Fund.
“I poll teachers and staff to understand their needs and write A to Z Fund grants to support their classrooms,” she shared. “It inspires me to see all the different ways those funds are used to help students thrive.”
Through the A to Z Fund, Sharolyn helps bring additional opportunities into classrooms expanding what’s possible for both students and educators. That impact comes to life in meaningful ways. At Summit at Castro Middle School and High School, students learned to play guitars funded through A to Z Fund grants and performed at a Cinco de Mayo celebration. At Lake Middle School, students used materials to bring the school’s first science fair to life, sharing their projects with families, staff, and peers.
“Everything we do to engage and excite students makes a difference.”
Sharolyn is also a DPS graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, and her connection to the community continues to shape her work and her commitment to supporting students. She said, “I love seeing how schools care about supporting students throughout their academic journeys.”
During Women’s History Month, we recognize educators like Sharolyn Wilkin, whose work continues to strengthen school communities and expand opportunities for students.
