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Episodes
181 episodes
DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B.- District Updates for Dec. 14
1 SchoolChoice DPS SchoolChoice Round 1 for the 2026-27 school year is now open until 4 p.m. on Jan. 20! This annual...
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Marrero Moment: The Truth About DPS Finances — Stability, Strength, and Our AAA Rating
In this episode of the Marrero Moment, Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero sits down with DPS Chief Financial Officer Chuck Carpenter for a candid, accessible, and engaging conversation about the district’s financial health.From what it mea...
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The Lesson Plan Ep. 4: Featuring Dr. Tony Smith
Dr. Tony Smith, Deputy Superintendent of Denver Public Schools sits down with Communications Manager Nicole Brady to discuss leadership and academics in DPS.
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Thanksgiving Break District Updates - DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B.
1 Food Assistance Over Fall Break Tasty Food will be operating during DPS’ Thanksgiving break (Nov. 24-29) to help ensure that no child or youth goes hungry during their week off.All Tasty Food sites will be closed on Thursd...
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The Lesson Plan Episode 3
DPS Communications and Community Engagement Manager Nicole Brady talks to DPS Director of Humanities Jennifer Begley about changes to improve literacy instruction.
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Nov. 7
1.The DPS Board of Education election results remain unofficial until certification on Friday, Nov. 21. For updates, visit the Denver Elections Division website.Current leaders:Amy Klein Molk – Director At-LargeDJ Torre...
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Trick or Teach: DPS Halloween Snapshots
1. AI Resources for the DPS CommunityArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools offer endless opportunities for personalized learning experiences, a streamlining tasks and offering insights for areas of growth for students and staff. As DPS cont...
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Podcast de EDUCA DPS - Narcan en nuestras escuelas: Lo que necesita saber
En el episodio de esta semana de EDUCA, Marie Quinn y Nancy Cordova, expertas en Servicios de Enfermería de DPS, comparten cómo nuestro distrito está tomando medidas proactivas para proteger a nuestros estudiantes y personal. Explican qué es Na...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast - Narcan in Our Schools: What You Need to Know
In this week’s episode of EDUCA, DPS Nursing Services experts Marie Quinn and Nancy Cordova share how our district is taking proactive steps to protect our students and staff. They explain what Narcan is, how it works, and why DPS is making sur...
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DPS Snapshots with Natalie B. - District Updates for Oct. 17
1. The Art of Storytelling! A Student Showcase ProjectDoes your student love graphic novels or comics? Library Services encourages first graders through seniors in non-charter schools to participate in the The Art of Storytelling
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B- District Updates for Oct. 10
1. Ballot Initiatives for the Healthy School Meals for All ProgramThis November, Colorado residents will be asked to vote on two ballot initiatives, Proposition LL and Proposition MM, which would provide additional funding needed ...
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Podcast de EDUCA - Prevención del suicidio
En este episodio del Podcast de EDUCA DPS, hablamos sobre un tema de gran importancia: la prevención del suicidio.El psicólogo escolar Grant Van Pelt comparte información vital sobre cómo identificar señales de advertencia, cómo crear entor...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast - Suicide Prevention
In this episode of the EDUCA DPS Podcast, Grant Van Pelt, a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and Dr. Jane Lineman, Student Safety Coordinator with Denver Public Schools, discuss suicide prevention and the importance of creating safe, s...
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DPS Stories - From DJ to Emmy Award–Winning Storyteller: The Story of Beto Gaytan
The newest show in the DPS Podcast network spotlights a DPS staff member and their amazing journey and how they bring that experience to serve our students and schools every day. In the first episode of DPS Stories, Roberto “Beto” G...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Oct. 3
1. SchoolChoice Round 1 In case you missed it, the SchoolChoice Round 1 window is earlier...
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The Lesson Plan - Episode 2
In The Lesson Plan, host Nicole Brady takes listeners inside Denver Public Schools to explore how instruction, curriculum, and innovative teaching practices are shaping brighter futures for students. Each episode breaks down complex education t...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Sept. 26
1. Canine Weapons DetectionThe Department of Climate and Safety is launching a Canine Weapon Detection Program at select DPS sporting events this semester. Safety means more than preventing harm – it’s about creating spaces where student...
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Podcast de EDUCA DPS: FAFSA, CASFA y acceso a la universidad para estudiantes de DPS
En el último podcast de EDUCA DPS, Nathalie Valencia y Kelly Bravo hablan sobre la FAFSA, CASFA y las numerosas oportunidades que tienen los estudiantes de DPS para acceder a sus carreras universitarias y profesionales.Sintonízalo para ...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast: FAFSA, CASFA, and College Access for DPS Students
In the latest EDUCA DPS Podcast, Nathalie Valencia and Kelly Bravo discuss FAFSA, CASFA and the many opportunities DPS students have to access college and career pathways. Tune in to hear how DPS is expanding access to higher educa...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Sept. 19
1. Submit Nominations For Storytelling CampaignDPS is launching a storytelling campaign to celebrate the incredible students and educators across our community. In this campaign, the word “Public” in Denver Public Schools is replaced wit...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Sept. 12
1. Tell Your Students About SHIFT: Students for Health, Innovation, Facts and TruthSHIFT, a program from Student Voice and Leadership, is a new, year-long, paid leadership opportunity for middle and high schoolers. This opportunity focus...
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DPS Podcast - Advancing Careers with CSU Global
On this week’s episode of the DPS Education Podcast We’re joined by Dr. O’Neil from CSU Global to talk about opportunities for educators to earn their teacher and principal licensure 100% online. Dr. O’Neil shares how CSU Glob...
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DPS Achieves Green Status on State's Performance Framework - DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for 9/5
1. Celebrating SPF Ratings On 9/3, the Colorado Department of Education released its annual District Performance Framework (DPFs) and School Performance Framework (SPFs) reports. For the second time in history, Denver Pu...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie Brigham - District Updates for Aug. 29
1. Celebrating Attendance Growth Across DPSTeam DPS visited Legacy Options High School and Cheltenham Elementary to celebrate each school’s improvement in attendance! Legacy Options High School improved their overall att...
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