Published April 6, 2023
Board of Education StatementYesterday in a local publication the Board of Education was accused of violating the Colorado Sunshine law which requires that elected boards discuss public business or and take formal action in meetings that are open to the public. Specifically, the Board of Education was accused of violating the Sunshine law during its executive session on
Read More »Published March 22, 2023
Board of Education Statement on Shooting at East High SchoolWe are devastated to learn that once again East High School has experienced gun violence. We first want to extend our support and care to the two school deans who were shot. We also share concern for the students, staff, and families of East who are once again experiencing a traumatic event due to gun
Read More »Published March 14, 2023
President Gaytan and Dr. Olson join Educa Podcast to Discuss Policy GovernanceIn this episode of the EDUCA podcast, DPS Board of Education President Xochitl Gaytan and Board Director Dr. Carrie A. Olson sat down with DPS to talk about the Board of Education and Policy Governance. Watch these important conversations in both English and Spanish.
Read More »Published March 14, 2023
Foundation laid, Denver Public Schools looks to build an equitable future for all scholarsOver the past year, the Denver Public Schools Board of Education has received extensive criticism. Rather than respond to this negativity, we have kept our heads down and focused on continuing to do the vital work of supporting all of our students and community members. We recognize that constructive criticism is part of our role
Read More »Published February 13, 2023
Board of Education Statement about the Shootings on Feb. 13 The Board of Education is deeply saddened by today's events near the campuses of Denver East High School and the Emily Griffith Campus. Our hearts are with all those involved, their families, friends, and our community. We are supporting Superintendent Marrero and his team in providing resources to students and employees who may be in Read More »Published January 17, 2023
Board of Education’s Policy Governance Forges Path to Graduation Rate IncreaseLast week the State of Colorado Department of Education (CDE) released its annual report on graduation, completion, and dropout rates for school districts across the state. According to data released by the Colorado Department of Education, DPS’ four-year, on-time Graduation Rate increased 2.5 percent, from 74.0 percent to 76.5 percent. This was the highest Graduation
Read More »Published January 4, 2023
Letter to STRIVE Prep-Kepner FamiliesThe below message was sent by STRIVE Prep to the community on December 14th, 2022. It is shared here as an informational item. To learn more please visit the STRIVE Prep website. Dear STRIVE Prep-Kepner Families, We write to you today with heavy hearts and important news to share. STRIVE Prep – Kepner will
Read More »Published October 26, 2022
2022 Self-Evaluation for Dr. Marrero and BOE Summary In October of each year, the Denver Public Schools Board of Education evaluates the superintendent of the district. The process begins with a self-evaluation from the superintendent followed by a summary, or response, from the Board of Education. Here are the documents for 2022. Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero's Self-Evaluation English Español العربية Tiếng Việt Soomaali Read More »Published June 10, 2022
DPS Board of Education Selects New Director for District 5 At their regular meeting on June 9, 2022, the Denver Public Schools Board of Education announced the selection of Charmaine Lindsay to fill the District 5 vacancy when Rev. Brad Laurvick resigned due to an appointment to serve as Lead Pastor to the First United Methodist Church in Ft. Collins. “We are so thankful to Read More »Published April 5, 2022
Joint Statement to Innovation Leaders and Their Communities from Scott Esserman and Carrie Olson Regarding the Passage of Parts 10 and 11 for Executive Limitation 12“Go with empty hands to those you have hurt and make amends.” – Marge Piercy On March 24, 2022, we each voted in support of new Parts 10 and 11 of Executive Limitation 12 (EL). As with most policy changes, the passage of this EL was welcomed by some and not by others. The weeks
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