As the first half of the school year winds down, it's easy to shift focus to holiday plans and transition into “family mode”. However, winter break is actually the perfect time to take a moment to connect with your child’s teachers about the first half of the year and reset before January rolls...
Falling behind in middle or high school can feel like falling into a hole that deepens as time passes. One misunderstood lesson can easily lead to a failed quiz or exam, a failing grade and missing credits. With delayed or even lost hopes for graduation, low academic performance can lead to...
When looking for the right school, size makes significant difference for students and their future prospects. Both social and academic factors impact students’ ability to learn, grow and be happy. Below are the five reasons why we find that students and parents choose smaller schools.
DPS Board of Education elections are in November, and there are 10 candidates are vying for four seats. A+ Colorado has released a "Candidate Survey," in which several candidates provided their thoughts on various issues surrounding public education in Denver. The winning candidates will be making...
This past March, DSST: Cole High School’s Maggie Dering created a platform, Involve Board, to more easily share and connect students with opportunities. Maggie was awarded DPS’ Imaginarium Award last spring and this year, DSST: Cole, DSST: College View, and DSST: GVR will be using Involve Board to...
"We prepare our students for the future by putting character first. They will be students for a few short years, but their character will last a lifetime."
"At DSST, when I walk into this building, I feel at home. I feel safe to speak my own thoughts. I feel accepted and welcomed by all of my peers. And I’m really, truly happy.”
