Achieve Gala

Achieve Gala 2026

Thank you!

Achieve Gala 2026 was a night to remember with inspiring speakers and talented performances — all from DPS students! Thank you to all who joined and cheered our students on with us!

Save the Date for Achieve Gala 2027

We hope to see you on Thursday, April 8, 2027! Check back later this year for more information.

Achieve Gala 2026

Student Artwork at Achieve Gala

Explore a preview of student artwork featured at this year’s Achieve Gala. During the reception, guests will experience an expanded showcase of 30 pieces created by students from East High School, North High School, South High School, Skinner Middle School, and Marie L. Greenwood Early-8 School—highlighting creativity and expression across Denver Public Schools.

Featured Live Auction Items

Congratulations and thank you to our Live Auction Winners!

Calling all Denver sports fans! Experience the energy of game day across the city with this incredible lineup of Denver’s top teams, including the Broncos, Nuggets, Rockies, Avalanche, Rapids, Summit FC, and Mammoth. From suite seating to on-field access and signed memorabilia, this is the ultimate way to experience Denver sports.

What’s included:

Colorado Avalanche: Eighteen (18) private suite tickets to a 2026–2027 season game, including food, beverages, and four (4) parking passes
Denver Broncos: Two (2) suite tickets with food and beverages included for a mutually agreed upon 2026 home game
Denver Nuggets: Four (4) lower bowl tickets to a 2026–2027 season game, including a parking pass and an autographed memorabilia item with certificate of authenticity
Denver Summit FC: Two (2) tickets to a mutually agreed upon 2026 home game
Colorado Rockies: Four (4) tickets to a mutually agreed upon 2026 home game, four (4) on-field batting practice passes, plus a memorabilia package
Colorado Rapids: Four (4) tickets to a 2026 home game plus four (4) on-field pre-game warmup passes
Colorado Mammoth: Four (4) tickets to a 2026–2027 season game

Enjoy the best of both worlds with this travel experience—featuring a luxury getaway and a local staycation.

What’s Included:

2 Night Stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Two First-Class United Airlines flight vouchers – First Class (class JN) usable to anywhere in the US48, Alaska, Canada, Caribbean, Mexico, & Central America
One-night staycation at Limelight Denver Hotel

Enjoy a luxury getaway experience made possible through Inspirato for Good, with the opportunity to travel to stunning destinations like Punta de Mita, Mexico and beyond.

What’s Included:

Four-night luxury getaway in destinations such as Punta de Mita, Fort Lauderdale, Rosemary Beach, or St. Simons Island
Accommodations for 4–6 guests
2–3 bedroom luxury residence (varies by destination)
Inspirato five-star signature service, including daily housekeeping, on-site concierge, and pre-trip planning
Exclusive one-time access to the Inspirato Portfolio (annual Club membership valued at $15,000)
One year to book and travel

Thank You to Our Generous Partners

These live auction experiences are made possible through donated items from our community partners. Their contributions help support opportunities for Denver Public Schools students and educators.

Special thanks to United Airlines, Sage Hospitality, Kroenke Sports & Entertainment, Colorado Rockies Baseball Club, Ent Credit Union now becoming Wings Credit Union, Denver Summit FC, and Carmon Hicks for their contributions to this year’s Achieve Gala Live Auction.