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Seizing Opportunities: First-gen DSST: Cole student shares her journey to Pepperdine University

Emely Rodriguez-Rodriguez (DSST: Cole ‘24) is headed to Pepperdine University this fall with plans to major in Nursing and minor in Political Science. But this accomplishment was not an easy path for her.

As a first-generation college student, Emely attributes her success to the support of her family and the DSST: Cole community.

Rayan's journey from academics to advocacy

Rayan Elhanan (DSST: Montview ‘24) has an impressive academic record. She has a 4.5 GPA, is taking five AP classes this semester alone, has been admitted to six excellent universities* including Stanford and USC and was selected for the highly regarded LEDA Scholars Program.

But Elhanan truly shines when she shares her passion for diversity and equity in the medical field. 

Party like it's 2004: A look at highlights from the 23-24 holiday party

Before the Winter Break, DSST staff had a great time celebrating the holiday season at the Infinity Park Event Center. 

T.O.A.S.T recap: Congrats to the Golden Tassel winners and thanks for a great year!

On Thursday, May 25 DSST staff gathered at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science for the second annual T.O.A.S.T event honoring teachers and staff, and celebrating the close of another school year. 

Graduation recap: Congratulations to the Class of 2023!

Last week DSST celebrated six graduations: DSST: Byers, DSST: Green Valley Ranch, DSST: Montview, DSST: Conservatory Green, DSST: College View and DSST: Cole. Check out some of the highlights below.

Q&A: Senior Jaus'lynn Carter shares how she lives out the Core Value of Courage

As we prepare to celebrate the DSST Class of 2023 at Senior Signing Day on April 27, we are featuring how this senior class lives out the six DSST Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity and Doing Your Best) at school and beyond.

We are excited to feature Jaus'lynn Carter, senior at DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School, for exemplifying courage. Read our conversation with Jaus'lynn on speaking up, academic support and her dreams for the future below.

Q&A: How Montview seniors live out the Core Value of Integrity

As we prepare to celebrate the DSST Class of 2023 at Senior Signing Day on April 27, we are featuring how this senior class lives out the six DSST Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity and Doing Your Best) at school and beyond.

We are excited to feature DSST: Montview seniors Seline Mesfin and Clara Medrano, who are both leaders of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) at their school. 

Read our conversation on integrity, advocating for change and the worst pizza toppings below.

Q&A: CG Seniors leading the Black Student Alliance share how they live out the Core Value of Doing Your Best

As we prepare to celebrate the DSST Class of 2023 at Senior Signing Day on April 27, we are featuring how this senior class lives out the six DSST Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity, and Doing Your Best) at school and beyond.

We are excited to feature DSST: Conservatory Green Black Student Alliance (BSA) senior leaders: Talile Abubakar, Gift Faleru, Amaiah Hurd, Miriam Kangethe, Lexi Leverett and Michael Oppong-Kakyire.

Sophonias Paulos, the BSA advisor, is incredibly proud of these seniors and all they have accomplished this year.

“One of BSA's biggest achievements this year was being able to organize a series of educational events and trips to further learn about Black Culture and the overall Black experience in the U.S.,” said Paulos. “This was possible due to our exceptional senior BSA leaders, especially our BSA president Lexi Leverett … who has dedicated herself to empowering and uplifting her fellow students of color here at DSST: CG High School.”

Read our conversation with these CGHS seniors on how they did their best to build a second home within their school community!

DSST Hosts Aviation Industry Nights for Students and Families

Students have been able to get first-hand exposure and connections to careers in aviation and aerospace thanks to a new partnership with the Denver International Airport (DEN) Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation (CEEA) and DSST Public Schools.

A DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School family discusses career pathways with Southwest Pilot Deidre Glaser.

Q&A: Cole seniors share how they live out the Core Value of curiosity

As we prepare to celebrate the DSST Class of 2023 at Senior Signing Day on April 27, we are featuring how this senior class lives out the six DSST Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity and Doing Your Best) at school and beyond.

We are excited to feature DSST: Cole seniors Steven Esquivel, Anahi Martinez and Vanessa Vazquez.

Read our conversation on curiosity, high-quality STEM education, and plans for the future below.