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11/22/24

Celebrating Our Native American community: A conversation with Crystal DeLeon from DSST: Green Valley Ranch

November is designated as Native American Heritage Month to honor the history, culture and contributions of Native Americans and Alaska Natives. In this conversation, Senior Manager of Diversity and Belonging Mercedes Blea-Davis had the opportunity to speak with Crystal DeLeon, Special Education Teacher at DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School, to discuss her culture and the significance of being Indigenous in today's world.

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06/14/23

Leading the charge for equity and inclusion: Embracing intersectional identities and challenging inequities

Personal essay by Salvador Ramirez (he, him, el), DSST Manager of Equity and Inclusion

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05/17/23

Want to see a high school principal punch someone for a good cause? Then you'll want to see this.

Let’s get ready to rumble!

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02/24/23

DSST celebrates Black History Month 2023

Throughout the month of February, our campuses held various events celebrating Black History Month with the help of Black student leaders and special community guests.

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11/21/22

Students and staff share why they are grateful for DSST

As we prepare for Thanksgiving, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on this year so far and say thank you to the entire DSST community. This year has not been without challenges, and your support has shown your deep commitment to our students and education.

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11/17/22

National American Indian Heritage Month: November is about more than kicking off the holidays

November is often looked at as the season that leads us into the holiday season, however, it is much more than that. In 1990 a decision was made and proper recognition was given to those who have called this North American soil home for much longer than any other group of people. What is now "National American Indian Heritage Month" initially began as a single day (Nov. 28) before evolving into a week and then a full month of celebrating the beautiful indigenous people of the Americas.

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11/17/22

Bald caps, dances, turkey and more! Take a look at some of the fall highlights from DSST: Montview Middle School

DSST: Montview Middle School has had a fun first Trimester. The students, staff and community have enjoyed a plethora of events. Here is a look at some of the highlights.

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10/25/22

DSST alumna: 'DSST gave me the quality education that I don't think would have been accessible to me'

“It’s hard to imagine where I would be without DSST,” Aileen Ocampo, DSST: Green Valley Ranch 2016 graduate, said looking back at her time at DSST.

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09/20/22

Student voice: Understanding the impact and importance of Hispanic Heritage Month

A guest post by DSST: Conservatory Green student body president, Aiden H. on the history and importance of Hispanic Heritage Month.

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09/15/22

Changing the landscape: How DSST's social work team is confronting systemic barriers impacting mental health support in the Latinx/Hispanic community

September is Hispanic Heritage month and as we honor the culture, we also want to raise awareness of some of the mental health struggles the Latinx/Hispanic community faces. Mental health and mental illness are often stigmatized topics that result in prolonged suffering in silence, which can end in suicide.

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