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Episodes
129 episodes
EDUCA in English - The BESS Survey
In the latest episode of the EDUCA DPS podcast, we dive into the Behavioral and Emotional Screening System (BESS) with Megan Miccio, a school social worker from Thomas Jefferson High School, and Perla Murillo, a school social worker at Montbell...
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EDUCA en Español - La Encuesta BESS
En el último episodio del podcast de EDUCA DPS, profundizamos en el Sistema de Evaluación Conductual y Emocional (BESS) con Megan Miccio, trabajadora social escolar de la Preparatoria Thomas Jefferson, y Perla Murillo, trabajadora social escola...
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(SPRING-BREAK ANNOUNCEMENT) DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie Brigham - District Updates for March 21
1. Round 1 Choice Results are In It’s the moment many families have been waiting for!!! SchoolChoice Round 1 results are IN. Log in to your SchoolChoice application to see your student’s school match. If you didn’t participat...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for March 14
1. Measles, Mumps and Rubella In response to increasing measles activity in neighboring states and across the country, the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE) and DPS have issued
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DPS Snapshots Show with Guest Host Emma C. - District Updates for March 7
1. Round 2 SchoolChoice Opens April 8Round 1 applicants will be notified of their matches in late March. The Round 2 application will open on April 8 at 10 a.m.
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EDUCA in English - Know Your Immigration Rights
In the latest episode of the DPS EDUCA Podcast, Attorney Guadalupe Monclova, a West High School graduate, joins us in the DPS studio to talk about immigration rights. Attorney Monclova discusses the fears and challenges faced by undocumente...
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EDUCA en Español - Conoce sus Derechos Migratorio
En el último episodio del podcast DPS EDUCA, la abogada Guadalupe Monclova, graduada de la escuela secundaria West High School, se une a nosotros en el estudio de DPS para hablar sobre los derechos de los inmigrantes. La abogada Monclova analiz...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Special Guest, Emma Calkins - District Updates for Feb. 28
1. The ‘Your Voice/Tu Voz’ Student Survey: March 3-21The DPS “Your Voice/Tu Voz” Student Survey opens March 3rd and will close March 21st. Students in 3rd through 12th will receive an email from Superintendent Dr. Alex Marre...
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EDUCA en Español - Prevención del Bullying
En el podcast de EDUCA de esta semana, Wes Ogburn y Malena Reyes, expertos en prevención del acoso, hablan sobre los esfuerzos de prevención del acoso del DPS. Comparten ideas sobre el enfoque del DPS para fomentar una cultura de pertenencia y ...
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EDUCA Podcast in English - Bullying Prevention
In this week’s EDUCA podcast, Wes Ogburn and Malena Reyes, experts in bullying prevention, talk about DPS’ bullying prevention efforts. They share insights into DPS’ approach to fostering a culture of belonging and discuss the lat...
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Black Voices in Color Podcast: Mental Health
Listen to the latest Black Voices in Color podcast for a powerful conversation, led by student hosts, on mental health in the Black community. Tune in to hear their personal experiences, the unique challenges Black students face and ways to bre...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie Brigham - District Updates for Feb. 21
1. Nominations for 2026 Teacher of the YearNominations are open for Colorado’s 2026 Teacher of the Year! The Teacher of the Year program elevates and celebrates exceptional educators. Colorado’s 2026 Teacher of the Year will becom...
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EDUCA en Español - EscojoMiEscuela con Mario Quezada
En el episodio de esta semana del podcast de EDUCA DPS, Mario Quezada habla sobre el proceso SchoolChoice o EscojoMiEscuela, fechas importantes y cómo navegar el sistema con éxito. SchoolChoice o EscojoMiEscuela permite a las familias encontrar...
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EDUCA in English - SchoolChoice with Mario Quezada
In this week’s episode of the EDUCA DPS podcast, Mario Quezada talks about the SchoolChoice process, important dates and how to navigate the system successfully. SchoolChoice empowers families to find the best fit for their students in Denver P...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Feb. 14
1. Denver Public Schools Files Immediate Temporary Restraining Order on Sensitive Location RevocationOn Jan. 21, The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the rescission of immigration enforcement guidelines, which...
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Black Student Voices in Color Podcast: New Season
In the latest episode of the Black Voices in Color Podcast, hosts Joshua, Savannah, Anai and Paris dive into their purpose as leaders within the DPS community. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the importance of being selected for this impactfu...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie Brigham - District Updates for Feb. 7
Denver Schools Thrive Initiative Facility Utilization SurveyDPS wants to engage with the communities directly impacted by the school closures announced late last year to determine what to do with the closed buildings fo...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Jan. 31
1. Denver Schools Thrive Initiative Facility Utilization SurveyIf you recall, on November 22 the Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the Superintendent’s Recommendation to close 7 schools and restructure grade levels f...
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EDUCA en Español - Salud Mental con Cristina DeCuir-Delgado
En el programa de esta semana, Libby Malone y Cristina DeCuir-Delgado, psicólogas escolares certificadas a nivel nacional, analizan los recursos de salud mental disponibles en las escuelas para los estudiantes de DPS. Libby y Cri...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast - Mental Health Resources with Libby Malone
In this week’s show, Libby Malone and Cristina DeCuir-Delgado, nationally certified school psychologists, discuss the school-based mental health resources available for students at DPS. Libby and Cristina also share tips for parents on supporti...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for Jan. 24
1. Immigration Resources for FamiliesA Family Resource Toolkit is available to you in English and
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The Marrero Moment: The Colorado Teacher of the Year Janet Damon
In this Marrero Moment, DPS celebrates the 2025 Colorado Teacher of the Year -- Janet Damon, a history teacher at DELTA High School and proud DPS alumni. Tune in to hear Janet share her journey and aspirations.
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. District Updates for Jan. 17
1. SchoolChoice is Now Open!DPS SchoolChoice Round 1
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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New Year Updates for DPS - Snap Shots Show with Natalie B.
1. MLK Jr MaradeThe Martin Luther King Jr. Marade will take place on Monday, Jan. 20 to honor civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. You did hear correctly–this
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EDUCA en Español - Una Escuela Una Vacuna a la Vez
En este podcast de EDUCA DPS, Julissa Soto, embajadora mundial de vacunas y directora ejecutiva de Latino Health Equity Consulting, comparte su enfoque innovador para informar a las familias sobre las vacunas a través de su programa, “Una escue...
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