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Children Given New Bikes as result of School Partners Program
Earlier this month volunteers carefully fitted hundreds of children with a bike and helmet at Smith Elementary. They dedicated some extra time making sure the bike was the right size and the helmet fit securely. For many of the students this was their very first...
Congratulations to our A to Z Fund Recipients!
The DPS Foundation is excited to announce the 2013 A to Z Fund Recipients for the fall 2013 cycle! The A to Z Fund provides grants to individual schools for programs and activities that go beyond the school’s limited budget. The Fund ensures all DPS students have...
The Power of After-School Programs: a First-Hand Account
By Latia Shaw, DPS Foundation Staff Member This week, I had a truly special experience. As a new staff member of the DPS Foundation, I went on my first site visit to a DPS after-school program. First, I’ll share with you a little bit about my background. After four...
National Lights on Afterschool Week: What’s Going on Around Town
The Denver Lights On After School (LOAS) partnership, in its 10th year, is a collaboration amongst the Denver Public Schools Foundation, Mile High United Way, and the City and County of Denver. LOAS works to ensure quality, school-based after-school programs are...
I knew I had to do whatever it took to become a teacher at North
“The best part about my role as an educator is I get to support my family, while living a life of service to my community. It’s the perfect balance,” says Micah Sturr, 10th grade social studies teacher at North High School. Sturr recently had a life-changing...
Election 101 – Everything You Need to Know
Great schools don’t just happen. They are intentionally built by people like you and me who believe we have a responsibility to ensure that all Denver Public Schools students graduate prepared for college and career. Our students are our future; get the tools you...