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Episodes
139 episodes
Black Voices in Color Podcast: College Resources
In this Black Voices in Color podcast, the hosts discuss the college application process, financial aid and how to make your scholarship applications stand out. They also share details about the Common Black College App, which allows students t...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for April 25
1. SHAKESPEARE Festival Seal Don’t forget–the Shakespeare Parade and festival is FRIDAY, APril 25 at Denver Arts Complex with Opening Ceremonies at Skyline Park from 10am-4pm. DPS Shakespeare Festival is the oldest a...
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EDUCA Sello de Lectoescritura Bilingüe
En este episodio del Podcast EDUCA DPS, Lucero Elizondo, gerente de Sistemas y Datos Empresariales del Equipo MLE, habla sobre el Sello de Bilingüismo de DPS.Lucero comparte cómo esta importante credencial fortalece las solicitudes de i...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast: Celebrating the Seal of Biliteracy
In this EDUCA DPS Podcast episode, Lucero Elizondo, the manager of Business Systems and Data for the MLE Team, talks about the DPS Seal of Biliteracy. Lucero shares how this powerful credential strengthens college and job applicati...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie B. - District Updates for April 18
1. Summer Academy Registration Extended to April 24DPS Summer Academy, is a program for students in grades 1-5 and is designed to boost academic achievement and strength...
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DPS Black Voices in Color Podcast: Black Art Rooted in Culture Amplified by Music
DPS Black Voices in Color Podcast: Black Art Rooted in Culture Amplified by MusicIn this powerful episode, our hosts explore the profound impact of Black music, past and present. From gospel to jazz, they reflect on how music has shaped the...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Special Guest Emma Calkins - District Updates for April 11
1. SchoolChoice Round 2 Is Now OpenThe SchoolChoice Round 2 application is now open!...
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Podcast EDUCA DPS: Cómo criar niños con conocimientos de medios
En este podcast de EDUCA DPS, Brian Dino y Excier Rodríguez, miembros del equipo de EdTech y STEAM de DPS, analizan estrategias prácticas para criar niños con un buen manejo de los medios. Desde la elección de contenido apropiado para su edad y...
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EDUCA DPS Podcast: Raising Media-Smart Kids
In this EDUCA DPS Podcast, Brian Dino and Excier Rodríguez, members of the DPS EdTech and STEAM Team, discuss practical strategies for raising media-savvy kids. From choosing age-appropriate content and setting screen time limits to navigating ...
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DPS Snapshots Show with Natalie Brigham - District Updates for April 4
1. SchoolChoice Round 2 Opens on Tuesday, April 8SchoolChoice Round 2 opens on Tuesday, April 8! There is no lottery in Round 2. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis within
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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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