1. DPS School Thrives Initiative
The board has voted to approve the recommendation for the 2025-26 school year, meaning that: Columbian Elementary, Castro Elementary, Schmitt Elementary, International Academy of Denver at Harrington, Palmer Elementary, Denver School for Innovation and Sustainable Design, West Middle

All will be closing at the end of this year and will not reopen for the 2025-26 school year. Grade level restructures will take place at: Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy, Dora Moore, Denver Center for International Studies - Baker

Denver Schools Thrive Initiative webpage.

2. FREE meals and Snacks for Youth at Tasty Food sites

Tasty Food sites are OPEN from Nov. 25 to Nov. 29 serving FREE meals and snacks for youth ages 3-18. No registration or ID needed. Visit their website.

3. FACE University

There are three upcoming offerings with FACE university.

a. Homework Help for Parents on Wed., Dec. 4 from 3-4 p.m.

Register, or join the Facebook live.

b. DPS College and Career Success will be on Dec. 10 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Register or join the Facebook live.

c. Family Leadership Programs

Round 2 launches in Jan. 2025! Pre-register using the interest form.

4. 2023-24 Climate Action and Accountability Annual Report

The DPS Sustainability Team’s 2023-24 Climate Action and Accountability Annual Report documents progress toward DPS’ 2028 climate action goals.

The report is available in English and Spanish, access the one-page summaries in English and Spanish.

Email the Dept. of Sustainability: dept_sustainability@dpsk12.net.

5. 2025 Colorado Outstanding Assistant Principal

Congratulations to Hazael Roman-Lagunas, the Munroe Elementary Assistant Principal, who was named the 2025 Colorado Outstanding Assistant Principal (COAP) for elementary schools by the Colorado Association of Elementary School Principals.