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Teacher's Lounge: Brad Burck

Brad Burck’s dad is a 30-year vocational teacher, and made sure he taught his son just about everything he knows when it comes to being handy: welding, automotive repair, drafting, and carpentry. And while Burck, a seventh grade science teacher at DSST: GVR MS, has followed his parents’ footsteps into the teaching profession, those other skills have come in handy as he also makes and sells custom furniture on the side.

Teacher's Lounge: Courtney DeAnda

In 2012, Courtney DeAnda was involved in a terrible ski accident which resulted in a traumatic brain injury. As she recovered, she had to re-learn even simple tasks like walking and talking.

How Colorado lawmakers are tackling the teacher shortage

One of the pressing education issues that Colorado lawmakers set out to tackle this session was the so-called teacher shortage. Colorado faces the same shortages of science and math teachers that other states do.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

It would be impossible for DSST to have the impact that it does without its amazing teachers.and staff. Each day, you dedicate yourselves to helping to our students become the best versions of themselves. That’s why we’re happy to provide extra special recognition from May 7-11, during Teacher Appreciation Week!

At Our Core: Students show us why our work matters

DSST seniors earn Seal of Biliteracy

Recently, 89 DSST seniors earned the Seal of Biliteracy, a nationally recognized award that certifies a student has attained proficiency in two or more languages.

Bringing all students into discussions

One teacher shares her tips on how she brings more students into the conversation, and why doing so has become one of the most important ways she helps her students develop essential communication and thinking skills.

Re-live the joy, excitement of Senior Signing Day

Want to relive the magic of Senior Signing Day? You're in luck! You can watch the whole celebration online, and you can also watch the two videos we highlighted during the event. 

Local group seeking nominations for Beautillion

The Denver Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is looking for male African-American high school juniors to honor during their for their 35th Beautillion.

Honoring Senator Michael Bennet

At our 14th annual Slice of Pi fundraiser, we were proud to honor Senator Michael Bennet for his commitment to public education, his work as Superintendent of DPS, and his advocacy in the U.S. Senate. Please take a moment to watch our video tribute of him. His strong leadership has helped DSST increase its impact so that our students can become the best versions of themselves.