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Super Staff Spotlight: Alex Haserodt-Arnold at College View MS

Thanksgiving may be over, but we’re never done being grateful for the amazing staff across our network. This week, the Super Staff Spotlight shines on Alex Haserodt-Arnold, who teaches 7th grade science at College View Middle School. 

Pro-Charter School Protesters Disrupt Elizabeth Warren's event

EdWeek:

Supporters of charter schools interrupted Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren's Atlanta event Thursday to protest the positions on charters she detailed in the education plan she released as part of her campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination.

Introducing Tameeka Smith

DSST Team,

Support DSST Public Schools on Colorado Gives Day

Colorado’s largest day of giving, Colorado Gives Day, is happening on Tuesday, December 10, 2019.  Your donation goes further on Colorado Gives Day and we invite you to support DSST in eliminating educational inequity in Denver and Aurora.

Pet of the Week: Roxy the Shih Tzu

Let’s face it- public education is tough and the planet is on fire. But nothing brightens up our days like a stiff drink the love of a cherished pet. That’s why we thought it was more important than ever to start a new series- Pet of the Week! We’ll be kicking off the next few editions with some Home Office members who have generously shared the joy that their beloved pets bring to their lives, every day. 

Super Staff Spotlight: Cole Hensley from Cole HS!

Our entire network is full of committed educators. However, not all of them have driven 1.5 hours each way, every day, from Colorado Springs (until his recent move to Castle Rock) to teach at DSST: Cole HS like Cole Hensley.

Opinion: Stop Being Dogmatic About Public Charter Schools

New York Times: 

Holiday Gifts Are Here!

Who can believe the holidays are almost here again? As we get closer to this festive time, we encourage you all to take a moment to feel proud of the important work you’re doing for Denver and Aurora students, families, and communities. 

Eight Cities: Denver, Colorado

15 MINUTE READ

Summary (2005-Present):

• Progress driven by consistent district leadership and elected school board
• Innovation zones and other models offer varying levels of school autonomy
• Reforms take place under local school board governance
• District authorizes and oversees wide variety of school types
• Equitable student funding and low central office costs mark departure from other cities

Read the full report here

Teacher reunites with firefighters who helped deliver her baby

DENVER, Colorado — Two months ago, sixth-grade reading teacher Lindsay Agbalokwu went to work as usual.