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Episodes
190 episodes
DPS 101: An Overview with Dr. Alex Marrero
DPS 101 is the podcast version of the DPS 101 Community Leadership Course, educating the community on the inner workings of DPS departments, structures and systems. Each episode will feature a DPS leader reflecting on their own lea...
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DPS Q&A - Highest Graduation Rate in DPS History with Dr. Tony Smith
The 2024-2025 4-year graduation rate for Denver Public Schools rose 2 percentage points year over year to 81.9%. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tony Smith talks to Communications Manager Nicole Brady about the intentional efforts by educators and DP...
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The Lesson Plan Ep 5: Financial Literacy in DPS
DPS Communications Manager Nicole Brady sits down with Theresa Connolly, Financial Literacy Curriculum Specialist for Denver Public Schools. Financial literacy is now a graduation requirement in Colorado, and DPS was instrumental in laying the ...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Dec. 19
1.Abraham Lincoln High School’s It was all yellow at Lincoln this past week. Literally. DPS Superintendent, and Board President Gaytan dressed in yellow and surprised Lancer students to celebrate their two-level jump on the DPS Scho...
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DPS Stories Podcast: The Lawyer Who Raps - Inside Aaron Thompson’s DPS Story
Most people know Aaron Thompson as General Counsel for Denver Public Schools.What they don’t know? He’s also a rapper, painter, and creative at heart.In this episode of DPS Stories, Aaron opens up about his journey—from working on D...
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EDUCA en Español: EscojoMiEscuela en DPS, Lo que las familias deben saber para el año escolar 2026–27
El proceso de EscojoMiEscuela puede parecer complicado, pero no tiene por qué serlo.En este episodio de EDUCA DPS, el equipo de Servicios de Inscripción de las Escuelas Públicas de Denver explica cómo funciona EscojoMi...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast: School Choice in DPS, What Families Need to Know for the 2026–27 School Year
School Choice can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode of EDUCA DPS, members of the Denver Public Schools Enrollment Services team break down the School Choice process and what families should know as they...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Dec. 12
1. Let's Talk About DPS Finances - A New DPS Q&A with Our CFO School finances can feel confusing, and many members of the DPS community have asked great questions about how DPS manages its budget, long-term debt and voter-approv...
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DPS Q&A on Finances: Where Does DPS’s $1.5 Billion Budget Actually Go?
In this DPS Q&A, Denver Public Schools Chief Financial Officer Chuck Carpenter sits down with DPS Communications Manager Nicole Brady to answer community questions about school finances.The conversation breaks down how DPS budgets w...
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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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