Secondary Enrollment Guide 2024-25

CHOOSING A SCHOOL IN DPS

Denver Public Schools takes pride in the school options available to our families � We truly believe there is a great school for each and every student � Below are some things to think about when starting your school search �

FIRST, TAKE A CLOSE LOOK AT YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL. Incoming students in kindergarten through 12th grade are guaranteed a spot at their neighborhood – or boundary – school. You can determine your neighborhood school by typing in your address at schoolfinder.dpsk12.org

IF YOU’RE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING A SCHOOL OTHER THAN THE SCHOOL YOU ARE CURRENTLY ATTENDING, THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS YOU CAN RESEARCH YOUR OPTIONS:

■ This enrollment guide contains information on every elementary school within DPS, including programs, contact information and more. To help you organize your search, the schools are divided into five general regions of the city.

■ Visit schoolfinder.dpsk12.org . You can search schools by address, programs or alphabetical list.

■ Talk to schools that interest you. There’s no substitute for speaking directly with school leaders about their programs and culture. Contact individual schools for more information.

Once you have created your list of preferred schools for the 2024-25 school year, you’re ready to take part in SchoolChoice, our one-deadline, one-application enrollment process. The SchoolChoice Round 1 application window is Jan. 11 to Feb. 12, 2024. See page 4 for more information

TYPES OF SCHOOLS

DISTRICT-MANAGED SCHOOLS

Operated, supervised and supported by DPS and its Board of Education

■ Some district-managed schools are innovation schools, which have been granted status by the DPS Board of Education and the Colorado Department of Education, providing increased flexibility with education programs, staffing, schedules and budgets to best meet students’ needs.

■ District-managed schools also include some specialized schools or programs, which emphasize a particular style of learning or educational need, or serve students with a common area of interest, and may provide transportation to students who live outside the school’s neighborhood. Examples include Arts Focus, Montessori, Highly Gifted and Talented and Dual Language schools or programs.

CHARTER SCHOOLS

Independently operated public schools governed by an independent Board of Directors �

■ All charter schools are accountable to the DPS Board of Education and to the same academic performance standards as district-managed schools.

■ Charter schools have flexibility to design their own educational programs and school-based policies.

■ All charter schools are committed to equitably serving all students within the district. Some charter schools give a priority to students who live within a designated area.

PATHWAYS SCHOOLS

■ PATHWAYS SCHOOLS may be districtmanaged or charter. Pathways schools offer intensive academic and affective supports that lead students to a diploma and connect them to postsecondary opportunities. Most pathways schools provide the opportunity to earn more credits per year than traditional settings.

ENROLLMENT AND SCHOOLCHOICE

WEB: schoolchoice.dpsk12.org

PHONE: 720-423-3493

Colorado is an open enrollment state, and DPS strives to make the process of applying to and enrolling in schools as easy as possible � Whether your student attends their neighborhood boundary school or chooses a different school in Denver, DPS believes that all students should have equitable access to their preferred schools � Incoming students are guaranteed enrollment in their neighborhood school, or a school in their enrollment zone � However, any student who wants or needs to attend a different school the following year may take part in SchoolChoice, our one-deadline, one-application open enrollment process Enrollment for preschool students at a DPS program is not guaranteed; preschool families need to apply on a yearly basis �

FIND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL

If you are a Denver resident, have not “choiced” out of your neighborhood boundary school and need to enroll your student for the current school year, you may enroll directly at the neighborhood school that serves your address. You can visit schoolfinder.dpsk12.org to determine your neighborhood school. To enroll, contact the school office directly for registration dates and required documents.

Some parts of Denver are served by enrollment zones, or geographic areas where students are guaranteed a seat at one of several schools, not just one particular school. If you recently moved and reside within Denver, and you now live in an enrollment zone or would like to attend a school other than your neighborhood school for the current school year, please complete an application by creating an account and logging in at dpsschoolchoice.my.site.com.

SCHOOLCHOICE

If you want to enroll your student in a DPS school other than your neighborhood school (or the school you are currently attending) for the following school year, you may take part in SchoolChoice. During SchoolChoice, families submit one unified application per student, on which they rank their top school preferences. DPS then matches students to schools based on those preferences, as well as school admission priorities and available space. Our system is designed to maximize the number of students getting their most-preferred school.

Round 1 of SchoolChoice for the 2024-25 school year opens at 10 a.m. Jan. 11, 2024 and closes at 4 p.m. Feb. 12, 2024. You can create an account and apply to your preferred schools at dpsschoolchoice.my.site.com anytime during the application window.

HOW TO TAKE PART

FIND information about school options for your student

■ Use the mobile-friendly online School Finder at schoolfinder.dpsk12.org.

■ Read the enrollment guide.

■ Talk to individual schools.

APPLY by submitting your SchoolChoice application online

■ Create an account or login using your Parent Portal username and password at dpsschoolchoice.my.site. com .

■ Sign in and rank your school preferences when the application is open, Jan. 11Feb. 12, 2024.

■ Submit your application anytime between 10 a.m. Jan. 11 and 4 p.m. on Feb. 12.

REGISTER to attend your school

■ Look for school placement results in late March 2024.

■ Contact the school to register for the 2024-25 school year.

SCHOOLCHOICE KEY DATES

JAN. 11, 2024

Round 1 SchoolChoice application opens at 10 a.m.

FEB. 12, 2024

SchoolChoice applications are due by 4 p.m.

LATE MARCH 2024

Families are notified of school placement.

APRIL 10, 2024

Round 2 of SchoolChoice opens at 10 a.m.

AUG. 31, 2024

Round 2 of SchoolChoice closes at 4 p.m.

SCHOOL PROGRAMS

ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION

(AVID) is a K-12 college readiness program that is engaging, rigorous and studentcentered while teaching students to think critically, collaborate and set their own high expectations for their futures. As a key strategy in closing the opportunity gap, AVID students are held accountable to the highest standards with academic and social support to reach their full potential. AVID prepares students for postsecondary success by equipping them with essential skills, academic norms and college knowledge so they feel empowered to take ownership of their education. AVID is building wide at the elementary and middle school level and an additional class at the high school level.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)

classes help high school students prepare for college in a rigorous, college-like experience. AP is a curriculum created by the College Board offering standardized courses that are generally recognized as equivalent to undergraduate college courses. Students who obtain qualifying national AP exam scores may be able to receive credit and advanced placement at participating colleges and universities, saving them both time and money during their college years. AP classes can be accessed in all grades of high school, 9-12. Students will receive weighted GPA credit with a passing grade in the class.

ARMY JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS’ TRAINING CORPS

(JROTC) is an exciting program offered to high school students that teaches character education, student achievement, health and wellness, leadership and diversity. In addition

to promoting citizenship, JROTC also prepares students for postsecondary options including college or the workforce. Through cadet-run programs and team competitions, students learn valuable professional skills like leadership, teamwork, time management, self-discipline and communication. JROTC is offered at 11 DPS high schools; students may cross-enroll in the nearest program if their high school does not offer it. JROTC counts as physical education credit toward graduation requirements.

ARTS PROGRAMS IN DPS SCHOOLS

embody academic arts (visual art, theater, dance, music) exploration and opportunities for student engagement, personal expression and cognitive development.

ACCELERATING STUDENTS THROUGH CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

(ASCENT) is a state program that allows DPS to pay tuition and fees for one full year of college (fall and spring semesters) for participating students. Passed into law in 2009 as an extension of the Concurrent Enrollment program, the purpose of ASCENT is to create a streamlined path for students to earn college credits toward an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or industry certification. DPS students can participate in ASCENT the year after graduation so long as they meet the eligibility requirements of the program. Students can enroll at one of eight participating colleges and universities (Arapahoe Community College, Community College of Aurora, Community College of Denver, Front Range Community College, Red Rocks Community College, Emily Griffith Technical

College, Pickens Technical College and Metro State University of Denver). ASCENT students are provided critical wraparound services including academic, socialemotional and financial support throughout their first year of college. Students must have at least nine college level credits in high school to qualify for the ASCENT program.

Students who graduate from an Early College or P-TECH school are not eligible for ASCENT or TREP according to Colorado state law. For more information, email concurrent_enrollment@dpsk12. org .

BLENDED LEARNING combines online digital media with traditional classroom methods.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) are Career and College Success programs that offer students an opportunity to enroll in career related educational pathways (school programs with designated courses, aligned to a career). The pathways are designed to offer all students an industry certification or college certificate upon completion. Through courses that are real-world, project-based, and career aligned, students learn professional skills and are empowered to generate solutions. For information on CTE programs and pathways available at each school, visit collegeandcareer. dpsk12.org

CAREER DEVELOPMENT is a Career and College Success program designed to provide K-12 students with career exploration

and development opportunities that enable them to discover their passions and interests and make informed decisions about their future career path. DPS partners with businesses, non-profit organizations and government agencies to offer work-based learning experiences such as professional guest speakers, job shadows, internships, mentoring, apprenticeships and more. In addition to continued implementation of workbased learning programming, the Career Development team supports students through meaningful career conversations so students can make informed decisions that support their career goals. For information on Career Development programs and pathways available at each school, visit collegeandcareer.dpsk12.org

COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM (CLEP) CLEP exams are College Board exams designed to test students in subjects they already know. Students who pass a CLEP exam earn college credits equivalent to passing a college course(s), allowing students to use CLEP tests to save time and money toward a college degree. DPS has 28 high schools that are approved CLEP testing sites. CLEP testing can be done at any time in the high school trajectory of a student. For more information, email concurrent_ enrollment@dpsk12.org

COMMUNITY HUBS provide services that support the social, emotional, physical and academic needs of adults and children so that all students will have an equal chance to learn and thrive. The Community Hubs serve all adults and children, not only DPS students.

COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING allows students the flexibility to progress as they demonstrate mastery of academic content, regardless of time, place or pace of learning.

CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT (CE) AND DUAL ENROLLMENT (DE) provides provides students the opportunity to enroll in college courses, simultaneously earning high school and college credit.

Concurrent enrollment is defined as the simultaneous enrollment of a qualified student in a district high school and in one or more postsecondary courses, including academic or career and technical education courses, which may include coursework related to apprenticeship programs or internship programs, at an institution of higher education. Concurrent Enrollment must be offered at no tuition cost to qualified students. Courses must apply to developmental education or a postsecondary degree, certificate or gateway course, or be transferable among state institutions of higher education. Students can qualify for a CE class in grades 9-12.

Dual Enrollment is defined as enrollment in college courses that do not fall within the legislative requirements of concurrent enrollment. Dual enrollment can have additional restrictions, and/ or requirements, and higher costs for enrollment. Examples might be higher tuition costs and gradelevel restrictions. Students can qualify for a DE class in grades 9-12. For more information, email the Concurrent Enrollment team at concurrent_enrollment@dpsk12.org

CREDIT RECOVERY offers students the option to earn credit for classes they did not successfully complete so that they are on track to graduate. DPS offers Credit Recovery in all district-managed high schools as a competency-based online and teacher-supported program.

DENVER SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION FUTURE CENTERS , located in a number of DPS high schools, support students as they prepare for college at a four-year, two-year or technical school. Advisors help students apply, earn scholarships and succeed in college. Visit denverscholarship.org for information.

DISCOVERY LINK is the DPS-administered beforeand after-school program offered at more than 45 schools throughout the district. Discovery Link offers both fee-based and free programming, depending on location. Visit equity.dpsk12.org/ extended-learning/discovery-link for information. Discovery Link is not the only before- and afterschool program provided at DPS schools, please contact schools directly for details on their specific programs.

EARLY COLLEGE high schools are designed for students to earn a high school diploma and concurrently earn an associate’s degree, a postsecondary credential or at least 60 college credits within the four years of high school. Early college high schools are designated by the Colorado State Board of Education.

EDCONNECT is a districtwide educational pathway that seeks to develop our current students into our educators of tomorrow. EdConnect programming is available at some high schools and is available centrally to students from all high schools. The EdConnect programming is designed to move students through initial college courses that will accelerate students to a teaching degree and license. EdConnect apprentices are placed at DPS elementary schools for their teaching assignments. Email concurrent_enrollment@ dpsk12.org for more information.

EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING combines traditional instruction in core subjects with community service and real-world projects that support students in exploring the world outside of the classroom.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) PROGRAMMES

offer a more comprehensive approach to advanced education. IB Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes provide a challenging curriculum that is consistent and highly regarded around the world. IB schools focus on international perspectives of learning and teaching, while supporting students in fully exploring their home culture and language. IB instruction helps develop the intellectual, personal, emotional and social skills that prepare students for success in a rapidly globalizing world. Students who take IB courses and exams in high school stand out in the college admissions process and have the opportunity to earn credits or advanced standing at most colleges and universities in the U.S.

SCHOOL PROGRAMS CONTINUED

INTERNATIONAL FOCUS SCHOOLS offer a unique curriculum that relates the classroom to the world as a whole. Students explore different cultures and international perspectives while developing skills that will help them be successful in a rapidly changing world.

MONTESSORI PROGRAMS observe and support the natural development of children in a selfdirected learning environment. DPS Montessori programs focus on helping children develop creative, problem-solving, social and timemanagement skills.

NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE AND EDUCATION (NACE)

FOCUS SCHOOLS offer support services by bringing together students with a shared heritage and culture. NACE staff ensure students have access to all opportunities and resources in the district. The goal is to increase the graduation rate of American Indian and Alaska Native students. Contact NACE at 720-423-2042 for more information.

PERSONALIZED LEARNING is an approach to education that focuses on building students’ identities as lifelong learners, so that over time, they develop a full-fledged sense of learner agency and ownership of their academic progress.

PRE-COLLEGIATE PROGRAMS are focused on preparing students for continuing their education after high school, which can include earning college credit during high school.

PROJECT-BASED LEARNING is a method in which students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging and complex question, problem or challenge.

P-TECH HIGH SCHOOLS (Pathways in Technology

Early College High Schools) are intended to create a public-private partnership to prepare students for high-skill jobs of the future. P-TECH is open to all students, with a special focus on encouraging enrollment of students who are socioeconomically and racially diverse, first generation college students, English language learners, and

students with disabilities. P-TECH high schools are designated by the Colorado State Board of Education. P-TECH models exist within a larger high school and not all students in that particular high school are required to participate in P-TECH.

Current state-designated DPS P-TECH: Abraham Lincoln High School.

SERVICE LEARNING combines work on a community project, such as a volunteer setting, with classroom studies.

STEAM is a multidisciplinary educational approach to learning that uses science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, creativity and critical thinking.

TEACHER RECRUITMENT EDUCATION AND PREPARATION PROGRAM (TREP) is a state program (SB21-185) that allows qualified students in a teaching pathway to enroll in postsecondary courses for the two years after 12th grade. TREP is a fifth/sixth year high school program that allows students to attend college full-time for two years after high school for free. Students attend a participating TREP college beginning the fall after graduation from high school. TREP may be used for a teaching or counseling pathway for students.

Students who graduate from an Early College or P-TECH school are not eligible for ASCENT or TREP according to Colorado state law. For more information, email concurrent_enrollment@dpsk12.org

DENVER HEALTH SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTERS

Denver Health School-Based Health Centers, located at 19 DPS campuses, offer free health care to any DPS student, regardless of their school, insurance status or ability to pay. If there is not a location at your child’s school, you may use the one located closest to you. These centers are at the following locations:

ABRAHAM LINCOLN (2285 S. Federal Blvd.)

BRUCE RANDOLPH (3955 Steele St.)

EAST (1600 City Park Esplanade)

EVIE DENNIS CAMPUS (4800 Telluride St.)

FLORENCE CRITTENTON (55 S. Zuni St.)

GEORGE WASHINGTON (655 S. Monaco Parkway)

JOHN F. KENNEDY (2855 S. Lamar St.)

KEPNER CAMPUS (911 S. Hazel Court)

KUNSMILLER (2250 S. Quitman Way)

LAKE CAMPUS (1820 Lowell Blvd.)

MANUAL (1700 E. 28th Ave.)

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. EARLY COLLEGE (19535 E. 46th Ave.)

MONTBELLO CAMPUS (5000 Crown Blvd.)

NORTH (2960 Speer Blvd.)

NOEL CAMPUS (5290 Kittredge St.)

PLACE BRIDGE ACADEMY (7125 Cherry Creek Drive North)

SOUTH (1700 E. Louisiana Ave.)

THOMAS JEFFERSON (3950 S. Holly St.)

WEST CAMPUS (951 Elati St.)

For more information, visit denverhealth.org

TRANSPORTATION

WEB: transportation.dpsk12.org

PHONE: 720-423-4600

EMAIL: transportation@dpsk12.org

DPS Transportation Services safely and efficiently transports students while providing excellent customer service and following DPS district core values

ENROLLMENT ZONES

Students who live within the enrollment zones receive transportation specific to that zone.

CENTRAL AND FAR NORTHEAST SUCCESS EXPRESS SHUTTLES: School bus shuttle systems that circulate separately throughout the Far Northeast and Central neighborhoods to provide transportation to and from DPS schools in each community. Learn more about the Success Express Shuttle and find full schedules at transportation.dpsk12.org/eligibility-androuting/success-express-shuttle/

Information about individual schools’ transportation is located in the school profiles section of this guide.

STANDARD

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS (GRADES K-5) are eligible for standard bus transportation if they attend their neighborhood boundary school and live more than 1 mile from the school.

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS (GRADES 6-8) are eligible for standard transportation if they attend their neighborhood boundary school and live more than 2.5 miles from the school.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS (GRADES 9-12) (outside of the Central and Far Northeast Success Express Shuttles) are eligible for Regional Transportation District (RTD) if they attend their boundary schools and live more than 2.5 miles from their school. Eligible high school students receive the monthly RTD pass at no charge from their school. For more information about the RTD bus routes, visit transportation. dpsk12.org

SOUTHWEST ENROLLMENT ZONE: Transportation system that serves students who live and attend middle school in the Southwest Middle School Enrollment Zone.

WEST ENROLLMENT ZONE: Transportation system that serves students who live and attend middle school in the West Middle School Enrollment Zone.

FAR SOUTHEAST ENROLLMENT ZONE: Bus system that serves students in the Far Southeast Elementary Enrollment Zone.

GREATER PARK HILL/CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL ENROLLMENT ZONE: Transportation system that serves middle school students in the Park Hill/Central Park neighborhood.

For more information, visit transportation.dpsk12. org/eligibility-and-routing/enrollment-zonetransportation

MAGNET SCHOOLS

Transportation is available to all students enrolled in a magnet program such as Highly Gifted and Talented who meet the transportation eligibility criteria and who live within the magnet transportation zone.

MORE INFORMATION

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Special education programs at DPS are offered based upon each student’s individual needs. Transportation is provided as a related service to a center-based program. For information about transportation for a child with special needs, call Student Equity and Opportunity at 720-423-3437 or email stutrans@dpsk12.org

MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION

When boundary schools do not provide Multilingual Education (MLE) services, students are eligible to attend—and receive transportation to—the school in their area that offers MLE services. For MLE school locations and transportation guidelines, visit mle.dpsk12.org

EXCEPTION REQUEST PROCESS

Families of students who are not eligible for transportation or who have “choiced” out of their neighborhood school may submit an exception request to be considered for transportation. This request is completed online using the Parent Portal; visit myportal.dpsk12.org and navigate to the “Transportation” page. Visit transportation. dpsk12.org/eligibility-androuting/exceptionrequest-process for information on the exception request process.

BUS COMMUNICATIONS

Parents of students who ride the school bus will receive real-time information and updates about their student’s bus service through SchoolMessenger. Text and voice notifications will be sent to parents when buses are running more than 10 minutes late due to traffic, emergency or weather delay. Parents of transportation-eligible students are automatically enrolled to receive SchoolMessenger notifications based on the phone number and email address provided when they registered their student for school.

Note: You can verify and update your contact information by logging into the Parent Portal.

MEETING YOUR STUDENT’S NEEDS

GIFTED AND TALENTED SERVICES

WEB: studentequity.dpsk12.org/gifted-talented

PHONE: 720-423-2056

WHAT ARE GIFTED AND TALENTED SERVICES?

All schools in DPS are responsible for meeting the needs of identified gifted and talented (GT) students, as well as students in a formalized talent pool. K-8 schools are supported through a GT teacher, charter schools are supported through a designated point of contact, and high schools are supported through a site-based team and staff from central administration.

GT services in DPS schools range from co-teaching by the gifted education teacher in the regular classroom, pullout programs, cluster grouping, ability grouping, curriculum compacting, acceleration of content, enrichment opportunities and magnet services (for students designated HGT or magnet-eligible).

The gifted education teacher collaborates with classroom teachers in differentiating instruction and providing best practices for learners who have an Advanced Learning Plan. Additional services and opportunities may focus on talent development for those students who are not formally identified but are demonstrating a need in certain academic or talent areas. For more information about gifted and talented programming, please contact the GT teacher or point of contact at your school or review the GT programming plans on the website.

QUALIFYING FOR SERVICES

There are multiple ways in which students may qualify for services. All students in kindergarten, second- and sixthgrade participate in a universal screening for potential GT identification. Students in other grade levels may complete a testing application available for either fall testing or spring testing. The application and deadlines can be found on the GT website.

HIGHLY GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAM (HGT)

The Gifted and Talented magnet program provides an educational option for students in first- to eighth-grade who have been designated as magnet-eligible or identified as Highly Gifted and Talented (HGT). This educational option is provided to address the extreme needs of students who may exhibit exceptional intellectual ability as well unique social and emotional needs.

Once a child is identified as magnet-eligible or HGT, families may include the HGT program at Cory, Edison, Gust, Lena Archuleta, Polaris and/or Teller elementary schools and Morey Middle School on their SchoolChoice application.

For questions about GT designation or HGT options, please visit studentequity.dpsk12.org/gifted-talented or contact your current GT teacher, or the Gifted and Talented Department.

MULTILINGUAL EDUCATION (MLE)

WEB: mle.dpsk12.org

PHONE: 720-423-2040

WHAT ARE MLE SERVICES?

Every student’s primary language is an asset that, combined with English language skills, leads to success in school and life. Multilingual Education (MLE) programs feature instruction by qualified teachers and dedicated English Language Development support to help Multilingual Learners (MLLs) develop knowledge in core content areas while they learn English.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

All students whose primary language is not English, and are not yet proficient in English, are eligible for MLE program services. At registration, parents of all new students complete a form called the Home Language Questionnaire (HLQ), which identifies the language or languages spoken by the student and their family. If a language other than English is entered on the HLQ, the parents select an MLE program for their child. The school evaluates the child’s English proficiency level and reviews the student’s performance to determine if the child is eligible for MLE program services.

MLE PROGRAMS OFFERED AT DPS SCHOOLS:

■ BILINGUAL TRANSITIONAL NATIVE LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION (TNLI) programs, also known as bilingual programs, are for MLLs whose first language is Spanish. In an elementary TNLI program, students are instructed primarily in Spanish in the early grades. As students progress through the program, the amount of English instruction gradually increases until there is a 50-50 balance of Spanish and English instruction by fourth-grade. In our secondary TNLI programs, students take up to two of their content courses in Spanish each semester.

The goal of bilingual programs is to help students learn English while developing literacy and content skills in Spanish at the same time, leading to proficiency in both languages. Teachers in bilingual programs have been specially trained to help students learn English while they learn other subjects, and are proficient in Spanish. Instruction in TNLI schools is guided by research-based Language Allocation Guidelines, which determine the percentage of instructional time in each language. To find out which schools offer bilingual instruction from ECE through 12th grade by region, visit mle.dpsk12.org/programs/bilingual-tnli/

■ DUAL LANGUAGE is a long-term program offering instruction in two languages with the goal of developing bilingualism, biliteracy and cultural appreciation. Every district-run dual language program includes at least 50% of instruction in Spanish at the elementary level, and Spanish language arts and one content area taught in Spanish at the secondary level. Regardless of the program, all English learners receive a daily class dedicated to English Language Development (ELD), which gives students the fundamental tools to speak and write English.

■ ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION (ESL, ALSO CALLED ELA-E) is intended for MLLs who speak any language. In ELA-E programs, content is taught in English, alongside English-proficient peers, with native language support as appropriate. Teachers in this program have been specially trained to help students learn English while they learn other subjects such as reading, science and math. Schools may also offer additional support in home languages through a native language tutor or an ELA-S Resource teacher.

■ THE DPS SEAL OF BILITERACY is awarded to students who have attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. The seal appears on the transcript and diploma of the graduate and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions. For more information, visit mle.dpsk12.org/seal-of-biliteracy/

NEWCOMER CENTERS are designed for students who are new to the U.S., have had interrupted schooling, have ACCESS levels of 1.0-2.4 and need additional support adjusting to a new educational system. Newcomer Centers are located at Place Bridge Academy (K-8), Merrill Middle School, Montbello Middle School, Montbello High School, Abraham Lincoln High School and South High School.

Contact your school to learn more about MLE offerings. A list of MLE programs by school can also be found at mle.dpsk12.org. Call 720-423-2040 for more information.

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES

WEB: studentequity.dpsk12.org

PHONE: 720-423-2400

EMAIL: ess@dpsk12.org

WHAT ARE SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES?

Special Education is a federally mandated program for students who qualify for specially designed instruction due to an educational disability. DPS schools provide educational services to meet the needs of students with disabilities who qualify under the Individuals with a Disability Education Act (IDEA). If a student qualifies, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed to provide specially designed instruction for the student. Students may also receive support from related service providers, such as nurses, school psychologists, social workers, speech language pathologists, audiologists, educational sign language interpreters, braillists, orientation and mobility specialists, teachers of the deaf and hard of hearing, teachers of the blind or visually impaired, early childhood special educators, occupational therapists and physical therapists.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

Any student who qualifies under IDEA is eligible to receive special education services under one or more of the Disability Categories identified under IDEA. Parents/guardians are involved in the evaluation and eligibility process, as well as the development of an Individual Education Plan (IEP).

The term “a child with a disability” means:

A child evaluated according to IDEA as having intellectual disabilities, a hearing impairment including deafness, a speech or language impairment, a visual impairment including blindness, serious emotional disturbance (referred to in IDEA as emotional disturbance), an orthopedic impairment, autism, traumatic brain injury, another health impairment, a specific learning disability, deafblindness, or multiple disabilities, and who, by reason thereof, needs special education and related services.

WHERE ARE SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES AVAILABLE?

All DPS schools, including charter schools, provide a continuum of services to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. All schools offer mild to moderate programming. Some schools have specialized programming for the more unique needs of some students, such as deaf and hard of hearing or autism. Each child’s IEP team determines if they need this level of programming.

HOW DO I ACCESS SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES?

Students do not directly enroll in special education services. Once your student is admitted to a school, please work directly with the school to ensure that services can begin promptly.

Key Leyenda

ECE School

Escuela de prescolar

Elementary School Escuela primaria

6th- to 12th-Grade School

Escuela de 6.º a 12º grado

High School

Escuela preparatoria

ECE to 8th-Grade School

Escuela de prescolar a 8.º grado

Middle

K to 12th-Grade School

Escuela de kinderarten a 12.º grado

Shared Campus Campus compartido

New

THE FOLLOWING CHANGES WILL TAKE PLACE IN THE 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR:

RESPONSIVE ARTS & STEAM ACADEMY FNE (RASA) WILL OPEN AT 19201 E. 62ND AVE., DENVER, CO 80249.

LOS SIGUIENTES CAMBIOS TENDRÁN LUGAR EN EL AÑO ESCOLAR 2024-25:

LA ACADEMIA DE ARTES Y STEAM DEL EXTREMO NORESTE (RASA, POR SU SIGLA EN INGLÉS) ABRIRÁ SUS PUERTAS EN 19201 E. 62ND AVE., DENVER, CO 80249.

School Escuela secundaria

School Escuela nueva

FAR NORTHEAST

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Early College

DSST: Elevate Northeast High School

DSST: Elevate Northeast Middle School

DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School

DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School

Farrell B. Howell

Florida Pitt Waller

KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy

KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School

Legacy Options High School

Marie L. Greenwood Academy

McGlone Academy

Montbello Career and Technical High School

Montbello High School

Montbello Middle School

Northeast Early College

Omar D. Blair

Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch

Rocky Mountain Prep Noel

Rocky Mountain Prep RISE

Vista Academy

DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. EARLY COLLEGE

WEBSITE: mlk.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 1,010

In the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., our early college community offers rigorous and meaningful education while empowering our students to become agents of change in our community and global society.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • Academic Club or Competition • Arts Focus • Broadcast Journalism • Ceramics • Choir • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Drawing • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • PreCollegiate Program • Project-Based Learning • STEM • Spanish • Visual Arts • ASCENT • AVID • AP Courses • Band • Career and Technical Education • Community Service • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery Program • Fitness • Future Center • Internship Opportunities • JROTC • Modern Band • Music • PE • Social Clubs • String Orchestra • Student Leadership • Technology • Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Program • Multi-Intensive Severe Center-Based Program • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • School-Based Health Centers • Community Resources • Tutoring

DSST: ELEVATE NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 11

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-11: 435

DSST: Elevate Northeast High School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life with an emphasis on developing students through liberal arts learning (reading, writing, mathematics, and science). Students flourish in our many extracurricular activities and athletic programs. Classroom environments are structured for success with clear academic and behavioral expectations. We also prioritize character development so that every DSST student is known and valued for who they are and challenged to achieve their most ambitious postsecondary path.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Academic Club or Competition

• Composition • Digital Media Arts • Film • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses• Pre-Collegiate Program • Project-Based Learning • STEM • Spanish • Visual Arts • AP Courses • Credit Recovery Program • Dance • Fitness • Future Center • Internship Opportunities • Lifetime Activities • PE • Social Clubs • Sports Clubs • Student Leadership • Technology • Community Resources • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Cristina Bissell

720-424-0420

19535 E. 46th Ave.

Innovation School

Far Northeast Middle and High School Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Success Express

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

PRINCIPAL:

Travonda Favorite

303-524-6355

10825 E. 47th Ave.

Charter School

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Briana Mesa

303-524-6305

10825 E. 47th Ave.

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School

Zone

DSST: ELEVATE NORTHEAST MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 460

DSST: Elevate Northeast Middle School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life with an emphasis on developing students through liberal arts learning (reading, writing, mathematics and science). Students flourish in our many extracurricular activities and athletic programs. Classroom environments are structured for success with clear academic and behavioral expectations. We prioritize character development so that every DSST student is known and valued for who they are and challenged to achieve their most ambitious postsecondary path.

PROGRAMS:

MLE Services:

PRINCIPAL:

Jennifer Jackson

303-524-6300

4800 Telluride St., Building 2 Charter School Far Northeast High School

Academic Club or Competition • Choreography • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Drama • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program

STEM • Service Learning • Visual Arts • Community Service • PE • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Sports Clubs • Student Leadership

DSST: GREEN VALLEY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 570

DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School, which is part of Denver's distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success through an academic culture that promotes rigorous learning and authentic opportunities to develop positive personal and socio-cultural identity. While we focus on academics, we equally prioritize our students’ character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Composition • Digital Media Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Pre-Collegiate Program • Project-Based Learning • STEM • Spanish • Visual Arts • AVID

• AP Courses • Community Service • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery Program • Dance • Future Center • Internship Opportunities Music • PE • Robotics

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Technology

• Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Tutoring Denver Health School-Based Health Center

DSST: GREEN VALLEY RANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 480

DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School, which is part of Denver's distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success through an academic culture that promotes rigorous learning and authentic opportunities to develop positive personal and socio-cultural identity. We ensure that students experience safe belonging and meaningfully participate in the community, continuously learn and drive toward academic success and learn and practice the social-emotional and executive functioning skills necessary for success. Our school has consistently ranked in the top 10 middle schools in Denver, and we are rated green on the state performance framework. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Ceramics • Choreography • Drama •

Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Directing • Drawing • Fine Arts

• Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program • STEM • Service

Learning • Visual Arts • Community Service • Fitness • Painting •

PE • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Sports Clubs • Student Leadership • Tutoring • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

PRINCIPAL:

Caroline Gaudiani

303-524-6300

4800 Telluride St., Building 3

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Jenny Honeycutt

720-424-2740

14250 E. Albrook Drive

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: Dual Language

FARRELL B. HOWELL

WEBSITE: howell.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 545

At Howell, we are a family that grows leaders! Farrell B. Howell offers educational programming focused on developing the whole child through the "Leader in Me" philosophy. We believe that every child possesses unique strengths and has the ability to be a leader at school and in every aspect of their lives. Balancing core academic courses, we offer a diverse selection of art education, athletics and after-school programs. Howell's faculty and staff help every student learn how to become self-reliant, take initiative, plan ahead, set and track goals, do their homework, prioritize their time, manage their emotions, be considerate of others, express their viewpoint persuasively, resolve conflicts, find creative solutions and value differences.

PROGRAMS:

ECE-3 English • ECE-4 English and Spanish • Kindergarten English and Spanish • Drama • Gifted and Talented • STEM •

Visual Arts • Music • PE • Social Clubs • String Orchestra • Student Leadership • Technology • Community Resources • Tutoring • Early Childhood Education Model 1 Center-Based Program • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program

FLORIDA PITT WALLER

WEBSITE: waller.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 840

Florida Pitt-Waller provides a comprehensive, well-rounded educational experience. We believe all students can achieve and are committed to producing the best and brightest minds for the 21st century. Our goal is long-range, continuous improvement for students, staff and parents through a shared understanding of achievable academic success.

PROGRAMS:

ECE-3 English and Spanish

• ECE-4 English and Spanish • PE

• Kindergarten English and Spanish • Tutoring • Music • Technology • Visual Arts • STEM • Arts or Music Club • Drama

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Career Development • Project-Based Learning • Honors Courses

• Gifted and Talented • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

KIPP NORTHEAST DENVER LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

WEBSITE: kippcolorado.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 550

Founded in 2015, KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy students are invested in being well-regulated advocates of their own learning and growth who are thoughtful, critical thinkers and are highly engaged in a range of collaborative, independent, holistic learning activities. We are part of the KIPP Colorado Public Schools, a network of schools educating students in ECE through 12th grade. KIPP educators partner with students and families to provide rigorous academics, character growth and extracurricular activities so that students can define their own future. Our nationally recognized KIPP Forward program supports students to choose and prepare for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. Once on their way, KIPP Forward teams help alumni keep moving forward by tackling academic, social and financial challenges they might encounter while pursuing their dreams.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition

• Arts Focus • Technology • Choir • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses

• Pre-Collegiate Program • STEM • Service Learning • Spanish • Visual Arts • AP Courses

• Community Service • Credit Recovery Program

PE • Yearbook or Newspaper

• Fitness •

• Student Leadership • Tutoring • Affective Needs Center-Based Program

• Blended Learning

PRINCIPAL:

Ciani Williams

720-424-2840

21601 E. 51st Place

Far Northeast Middle School and Tower Elementary Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI, ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Richard Royal

720-452-2570

18250 E. 51st Ave.

Charter School

Far Northeast High School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express, RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Stephani Olson

303-307-1970

4635 Walden St.

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School and Elementary (for 5)

Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Ed Salem

720-424-3100

6850 Argonne St.

Innovation School, Pathways School

Transportation: Success Express, RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch MLE Services: ESL

KIPP NORTHEAST DENVER MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: kippcolorado.org

GRADES SERVED: 5 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 5-8: 425

Founded in 2011, KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School supports students on their path to opportunity and success. We are part of the KIPP Colorado Public Schools, a network of schools educating students in ECE through 12th grade. KIPP Northeast Denver Middle school is a joyful and caring community that works together to support our students to become lifelong learners, innovative problem solvers and social change agents, all while staying true to their own unique identity and authentic self. Our core values are liberation, love, excellence and pride. By fostering a student-centered environment that is committed to racial equity and inclusion, all students experience the highest levels of academic, character and social emotional learning. We are committed to preparing our students with the skills and confidence to live a life of pursuing the paths they choose so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

PROGRAMS:

Community Resources • STEM • Visual Arts • Music • Fine Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • PreCollegiate Program • PE • Robotics • Sports Clubs • SchoolBased Health Center • Tutoring

LEGACY OPTIONS HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: legacyoptions.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 155

Legacy Options primarily serves students who are at risk of dropping out of school. Our data-driven, accountable and high-standards education program provides a realistic pathway to graduate with a high school degree and offers multiple pathways for enrollment into postsecondary educational, training, certification and apprenticeship programs. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • PE • Career and Technical Education • ASCENT

MARIE L. GREENWOOD ACADEMY

WEBSITE: greenwood.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-4 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 575

Marie L. Greenwood Academy is dedicated to academic rigor and a high level of success. We offer a standards-based curriculum with an intense focus on reading, writing, science and math, and are dedicated to closing the achievement gap. Our middle school program is among the best in DPS.

PROGRAMS:

ECE-4 English and Spanish • Kindergarten English and Spanish • Fine Arts • PE • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership • Social Clubs • Career Development • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts

MCGLONE ACADEMY

WEBSITE: mcglone.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 760

McGlone Academy, Montbello Center for 21st-Century Learning, serves neighborhood families from diverse cultural, economic and linguistic backgrounds. We are an innovative school family focused on kids achieving excellent outcomes in both academics and the arts, while simultaneously building skills for a successful future. We have a partnership with Boys and Girls Club for after-school programming.

PROGRAMS:

ECE-3 English and Spanish • ECE-4 English and Spanish • Kindergarten English and Spanish • Music • Personalized Learning Technology • STEM • Academic Club or Competition Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership • Career Development • Fine Arts • Visual Arts

PRINCIPAL:

Blake Hammond

720-424-6630

5130 Durham Court

Far Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL, TNLI

PRINCIPAL:

Mayorvy Cifuentes

720-424-5660

4500 Crown Blvd.

Innovation School

Far Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Before-School Program

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI, ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Arnetta Koger

720-423-7200

4501

Way

MONTBELLO CAREER AND TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: mct.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 110

MLE Services:

Montbello Tech is committed to engaging all students and successfully preparing scholars for college, career and life in the global community. Students benefit from innovative teaching that incorporates multiple approaches beyond a traditional setting. Scholars are able to enroll in career and technical courses, participate in internships and earn privileges to enroll in college courses leading to an associate’s degree. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Honors

Courses • Internship Opportunities • Pre-Collegiate Program • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • JROTC • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student

Leadership • PE • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • SchoolBased Health Center • Tutoring

MONTBELLO HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: montbellohs.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 1,075

As the focal point of our community, Montbello High School partners with our families, community and alumni to implement comprehensive learning that honors the past, present and future of Montbello. As the only comprehensive high school in far northeast Denver, MHS will provide experiences that are academically robust, interest driven and anti-racist. We prepare students to be the next generation of leaders starting their freshman year with a specific program designed to support ninth-graders through their first year, build strong relationships between students and teachers and set students up for success. Our ninth-grade program includes a ninth-grade summer academy, a first semester ninth-grade seminar, and a second-semester speech and debate class designed to give students the ability to advocate for themselves and work through conflict. We are unified in our relentless focus on relevant curriculum, engaging with the whole child and amplifying students’ voices. Montbello High School will be transitioning to our newly constructed, state of the art facility at the start of our 2024-25 school year.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition

• Adapted Physical Education • Audio

Production • Broadcast Journalism • Choir • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Comprehensive Health • Drama • Fine Arts • French • Gifted and Talented • HonorsCourses

Pre-Collegiate Program • STEM • Service Learning • Spanish • Theatrical Design • Visual Arts • ASCENT • AP Courses • Band

Career and Technical Education

• Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery Program • Fitness • Future Center • Highly Gifted and Talented • Internship Opportunities • JROTC • Mariachi •

Personalized Learning • PE • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs String Orchestra • Student Leadership • Technology • Affective Needs Center-Based Program • Multi-Intensive Severe Center-Based Program School-Based Health Centers • Community Resources

PRINCIPAL:

Neisa Lynch

720-423-5900

5000 Crown Blvd.

Far Northeast High School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI, Newcomer Center

PRINCIPAL:

Roderick Tooson

720-424-0850

5290 Kittredge St.

Far Northeast High School

Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI, Newcomer Center

MONTBELLO MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: montbelloms.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 275

As Montbello’s flagship school, Montbello Middle School partners with families, community and alumni to provide a values-based learning experience. Our unique sixth-grade and new-student support office prepares students for a rigorous education based on equity and social justice. We offer a safe, fun environment that prioritizes the whole child and provides opportunities for families to participate in the learning process, and lays the foundation for success at Montbello High School, college, and future careers We celebrate our multicultural and multilingual community by honoring diversity, student voice and the active engagement of our students and families.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Blended Learning • Choir •

Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Fine Arts • French • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Pre-Collegiate Program •

STEM • Spanish • Visual Arts • AVID • Band • Career and Technical Education • Music • Personalized Learning • PE • Social Clubs • String Orchestra • Student Leadership • Technology • Community Resources • Tutoring

NORTHEAST EARLY COLLEGE

WEBSITE: nec.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 575

Northeast Early College is a state accredited Early College, offering all students the opportunity to earn their associate’s degree or at least one industry credential or industry certificate while enrolled in high school. NEC has well-established STEAM pathways on campus including criminal justice, engineering, computer science, business, robotics, environmental sustainability and audio production. NEC is also a Career Apprenticeship Hub School. We offer visual arts, world language, credit recovery, physical education courses, intramural sports, varsity athletics and more than 40 clubs on our campus. In addition to our outstanding Early College opportunities for our high school students, we have three center programs that support students that are 18-21 years old in developing their independent living skills as well as their career paths after high school.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • AP Courses

• ASCENT

• Band

• Career and Technical Education • Career Development

• Concurrent

PRINCIPAL:

Jennifer Warren

720-424-2450

11200 E. 45th Ave.

Innovation School

Far Northeast High School

Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

Enrollment • Credit Recovery

• Fine Arts • French • Future

Center • Internship Opportunities • Pre-Collegiate Program •

Spanish • STEM • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership

Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Honors Courses •

Music • Project-Based Learning • Service Learning Academic Club or Competition

• Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts

• ASCENT • Community Service •

Fitness • PE • Social Clubs • Technology • Tutoring • Community Resources

PRINCIPAL:

Lani Harrell

303-371-9570 4905 Cathay St.

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School and Tower Elementary Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

OMAR D. BLAIR

WEBSITE: omardblaircharterschool.com

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 740

Our vision is to educate and empower the whole scholar so that they are ready for continued success in college and/or careers of their choice. Our community is shaped by our shared values of kindness, excellence, equity, collaboration and wonder. It is our belief that every scholar has the ability learn, grow and achieve. All scholars deserve rich, equitable opportunities to receive and engage in rigorous, differentiated and datadriven instruction.

PROGRAMS:

Kindergarten English • Tutoring • Music • PE • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Program • Club Based on Ethnicity of Culture • Gifted and Talented

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP GREEN VALLEY RANCH

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 360

At Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch, we believe that students and families are partners in learning. We nurture independent thinkers and empathetic problem solvers through our focus on academic rigor and love. Every child and RMP Green Valley Ranch can acquire the skill, knowledge and understanding of themselves to lead a choice-filled life.

PROGRAMS:

Blended Learning • Gifted and Talented • Project-Based Learning Community Resources • PE • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP NOEL

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 260

Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is a small neighborhood school that offers a rigorous and loving education for all students. We do this by living the PEAK Values of: Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure and Kindness. At Rocky Mountain Prep Noel we offer a top rated curriculum for all students and a variety of extra curricular activities to ensure that every student has access to what they need to be successful at Noel and beyond.

PROGRAMS:

Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership •

Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Denver Health SchoolBased Health Center • Blended Learning • Ceramics • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program • STEM • Fitness • PE • Community Resources

PRINCIPAL:

Brittney Cleark

303-999-2893

4800 Telluride St., Building 5

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Shinead Amos

303-999-3825

5290 Kittredge St.

Charter School

Far Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Charter School Transportation

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPALS:

Sarah Elguea

720-485-6393

18250 E. 51st Ave.

Charter School

Far Northeast High School

Enrollment Zone

Transportation:

Charter School

Transportation, RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Anthony Smith

720-423-7650

4800 Telluride St., Building 6

Innovation School, Pathways School

Transportation:

Success Express, RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP RISE

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 555

At Rocky Mountain Prep RISE, we take pride in our holistic approach to education, nurturing the minds and hearts of our students to prepare them for a bright future. We understand that a well-rounded education goes beyond textbooks. We encourage students to explore their passions, hobbies and interests to discover their true potential. Together, we nurture a culture of continuous learning, where students are encouraged to embrace challenges, learn from their experiences and grow into responsible global citizens.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Spanish • Concurrent Enrollment • Mandarin • Music • Drama • Project-Based Learning • Internship Opportunities • Technology • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Yearbook or Newspaper • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Comprehensive Health • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Credit Recovery Program • PE

VISTA ACADEMY

WEBSITE: vistaacademy.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 265

At Vista Academy, our mission is to foster a rigorous academic learning environment and school culture that embodies equity, diversity and a sense of belonging for all students, families, staff and community. Our covenant is to identify, address and move past performance barriers allowing students to regain their academic success. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Career and Technical Education • Career Development • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

NEAR NORTHEAST

Bruce Randolph

Colorado High School Charter – GES Contemporary Learning Academy

Denver Center for 21stCentury Learning at Wyman

Denver Green School Northfield

Denver Justice High School

Denver Language School — Gilpin Campus

Denver School of the Arts

Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design

Dora Moore

DSST: Cole High School

DSST: Cole Middle School

DSST: Conservatory Green High School

DSST: Conservatory Green Middle School

DSST: Montview High School

DSST: Montview Middle School

East High School

Emily Griffith High School

Emily Griffith Technical College

Manual High School

McAuliffe International School

McAuliffe Manual Middle School

Morey Middle School

Northfield High School

Odyssey School of Denver

PREP Academy

RiseUp Community School

Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy

Whittier

William (Bill) Roberts

PRINCIPAL:

Erin Olson

720-424-1080

3955 Steele St.

Near Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass, Success Express

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

BRUCE RANDOLPH

WEBSITE: brucerandolph.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 640

Bruce Randolph School offers students in grades six through 12 with a small, comprehensive middle and high school program. Our mission is to graduate 100% of seniors prepared to succeed without remediation in a four year college or university. To ensure that each student is prepared to succeed in a four-year college, we engage students in core content classes, visual and performing arts, career technical education, STEM programming, physical education and foreign language. In addition, we offer a variety of wraparound health services at the school level and through our collaboration with our school-based Denver Health clinic.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Choir • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Future Center • Orchestra • PE • Spanish • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership

• Affective Needs and Multi-Intensive Center-Based Programs • Denver Health School-Based Health Center • Adapted Physical Education • Ceramics • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Comprehensive Health • Digital Media Arts • Drawing • Fine

Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • STEM • Band • Community Service • Fitness • Internship Opportunities • Lifetime Activities • Sports Clubs • Technology • Tutoring

COLORADO HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER – GES

WEBSITE: coloradohighschoolcharter.com

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 170

Colorado High School Charter (CHSC) offers an excellent education in a small-school setting for students who have struggled personally or academically in a conventional high school. We offer six enrollment periods to give students multiple opportunities to reengage and provide frequent feedback regarding grades and credits. All graduates receive support to gain acceptance into a postsecondary institution and complete a postsecondary degree. ThisschooldoesnotparticipateintheSchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Honors Courses • Internship Opportunities • PE • Arts or Music Club • Student Leadership

CONTEMPORARY LEARNING ACADEMY

WEBSITE: cla.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 140

Contemporary Learning Academy is a small, urban high school serving grades 9 to 12 as well as 18- to 21-year-old students in the transition service program. Our students have the option to earn a diploma in less than three years and enroll in community college courses. We have adopted a Grading for Equity approach to ensure students have the opportunities to master the necessary concepts and learning habits for a successful school experience. We offer internships, career exploration, an advisement program and a 1:12 teacher-student ratio to ensure our students have a positive learning experience and are prepared for their next endeavor. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • AVID • ASCENT • Competency-Based Learning • PE • Concurrent Enrollment • Career Development • Credit Recovery • Internship Opportunities • Service Learning • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

PRINCIPAL:

David Brown

720-524-4994

3093 E. 42nd Ave.

Pathways School

Uniform or Dress Code

Before-School Program

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL: Wayman White

720-423-6900

200 E. Ninth Ave.

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Renard Simmons

720-424-2980

1690 Williams St.

Innovation School, Pathways School

Transportation: Success Express, RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

DENVER CENTER FOR 21ST-CENTURY LEARNING AT WYMAN

WEBSITE: dc21.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 145

Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman (DC21) is a 6-12 innovation school that offers individualized support through equitable grading and small class sizes. The average class size is 15 students. Teachers and staff provide personalized academic support and an accelerated credit recovery model for high school. Students can take advantage of free mental health services for all students, career and college classes (on-campus/off-campus), CTE Business Pathway, student leadership, clubs and club sports.. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Internship Opportunities • PE • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs Center-Based Program • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Comprehensive Health

• Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Visual Arts • Fitness

• Personalized Learning • Sports Clubs • Community Resources

PRINCIPALS:

Kartal Jaquette

Erin Miller

720-423-8200

5650 N Elmira Ct.

Innovation School

Greater Park Hill/ Central Park Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Central Park Enrollment Zone

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

DENVER GREEN SCHOOL NORTHFIELD

WEBSITE: dgsnorthfield.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 540

Denver Green School Northfield provides students with an engaging learning experience that is focused on real-world issues. Through our excursion program and with a broad lens of sustainability, we leverage meaningful learning opportunities that bring the most out of our students. We strive to offer a joyful and inclusive school environment where learners thrive because they feel safe, cared for and pushed.

PROGRAMS:

Project-Based Learning • Music • Band • Gifted and Talented • Expeditionary Learning • PE • Spanish • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Social Clubs • Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Program

DENVER JUSTICE HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: denverjusticehighschool.colorado.gov

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 95

Denver Justice High School’s mission is to provide a college-preparatory education for all students. Justice targets students who are chronically truant, who have been unsuccessful in a traditional school setting or who have been involved in the criminal justice system. Denver Justice High is a place where “at-risk” youth can become successful “youth of promise” by being given high standards, opportunities and an environment which cultivates growth. Central to these objectives is a focus on the individual student empowering all the students to see the importance in the educational process. The school will utilize high academic standards, tutoring and Denver Justice High teachers will create a diverse learning atmosphere which encourages acceptance and compassion for all human beings. Every child has a talent or an interest. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Pregnant/Parenting Program • AP Courses • Concurrent Enrollment Credit Recovery • Honors Courses • Internship Opportunities • Service Learning • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Community Resources • Gifted and Talented • Service Learning • Academic Club or Competition • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Stephen Parce

303-480-5610

300 E. Ninth Ave.

Pathways School Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Christine Loven-Santos

Gilpin Campus (5-8): 303-777-0544, 2949 California St. Whiteman Campus (K-4)*: 303-557-0852, 451 Newport St. (Shuttle bus available between campuses)

DENVER LANGUAGE SCHOOL — GILPIN CAMPUS

WEBSITE: denverlanguageschool.org

GRADES SERVED: 5 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 5-8: 890

Imagine your child, happily engaged in telling a story to a friend, animated and excited, speaking easily in Mandarin Chinese or Spanish! Now imagine your child grown up, focused on an exciting career in international business, conversing with a client and helping to close an important global deal in Mandarin or Spanish. At Denver Language School, children are learning Mandarin Chinese or Spanish through a progressive – and proven – language immersion program. We offer fee-based Discovery Link programming. A language assessment may be needed for new student enrollment. Please contact the school to learn more.

PROGRAMS:

Charter School *Find

MLE Services: Language Immersion

DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

WEBSITE: dsa.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 1,040

Denver School of the Arts is a magnet program that serves students who are intent on developing their artistic talents in a pre-professional training program. Ranked as one of the top high schools in America, and a Gold Medal winner for seven years from U.S. News & World Report, students engage in intensive artistic studies and a rigorous academic program. We offer artistic majors in the following areas: band, creative writing, dance, guitar, piano, stagecraft and design, theatre, video cinema arts, visual arts and vocal music. To enroll, students must submit an online application and participate in an audition process. Please visit dsa.dpsk12.org for dates and more information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Arts Focus • ASCENT • Band • Concurrent

Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Fine Arts • French • Music •

Orchestra • Spanish • Visual Arts • Career and Technical

Education • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club

Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership •

Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Honors Courses • Community Service

PRINCIPAL:

Dr. Anthony McWright

720-424-1700

7111 Montview Blvd.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

PRINCIPAL:

Dr. Evelyn Cruz

720-424-2000

840 E. 14th St.

Innovation School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Before-School Program

Breakfast

Lunch

DENVER SCHOOL OF INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

WEBSITE: dsisd.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 90

Located in the heart of Denver's Capitol Hill neighborhood, Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design (DSISD) boasts an inclusive, tightknit community. Our project-based learning model is designed to prepare students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in college and their careers. We are a high-performing, district-run high school within DPS. We offer the Early College program, as well as courses that will prepare students for high-demand careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). As a Career Residency Hub in DPS, we offer work-related opportunities including internships and apprenticeships.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • AP Courses • ASCENT • Blended Learning • Competency-Based Learning • Concurrent Enrollment • Expeditionary Learning • Future Center • Career and Technical

Education • Music • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Service

Learning • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Arts Focus • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Comprehensive

Health • Drama • Drawing • Fine Arts • French • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • International Focus • ProjectBased Learning • ASCENT • Community Service • Credit Recovery Program • Fitness • Highly Gifted and Talented • Internship Opportunities • Personalized Learning • Technology

DORA MOORE

WEBSITE: doramoore.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 295

Dora Moore ECE-8 School is a richly diverse and innovative environment where each child thrives. We nurture kind, curious learners who are future ready! Our values are Community, Kindness, Curiosity and Excellence. We are a restorative practices school that offers high-quality, rigorous, standards-based instruction to all students. We enrich our students' experience through our partnership with the greater Denver and Capital Hill community, which extends our learning experiences on and off campus. These partnerships enrich our grade-level curriculum and develop skills that open doors and encourage students to dream and prepare for the future. We can't for you to join us!

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Project-Based Learning • STEM • Service Learning

Visual Arts • Community Service • PE • Sports Clubs • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Technology

PRINCIPAL:

Abe Janson

720-424-5300

846 Corona St.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Before-School Program

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Ian McIntire

303-524-6354

3240 Humboldt St.

Charter School

Transportation: Success Express

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

DSST: COLE HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 300

DSST: Cole High School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life by providing collegepreparatory education and a small and inclusive school format. We also offer an engaging set of STEM, music and art offerings to inspire their creativity. We were rated green on the most recent state rating scale. Our students had some of the top growth in math and literacy in the most recent state rankings and we are rated green on the state performance framework. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize student character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Concurrent Enrollment • Future Center • Honors

Courses • Music • PE • Spanish • STEM • Technology •

Academic Club or Competition • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social

Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs Center-Based

Program • Art History • Audio Production • Ceramics •

Choreography • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Composition

Drawing • Film • Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program

Visual Arts • Band • Community Service • Credit Recovery

Program • Dance • Fitness • Internship Opportunities • Robotics • Sports Clubs

DSST: COLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 265

DSST: Cole Middle School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life by providing collegepreparatory education and a small and inclusive school format. We also offer an engaging set of STEM, music and art offerings to inspire their creativity. We were rated green on the most recent state rating scale. Our students had some of the top growth in math and literacy in the most recent state rankings and we are rated green on the state performance framework. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize student character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

Music • PE • STEM • Band

• Academic Club or Competition • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Audio Production • Ceramics • Club

Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Drawing • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program • Visual Arts • Career and Technical Education • Dance • Fitness • Lifetime Activities • Painting • Robotics • Sports Clubs • Technology

PRINCIPAL:

Ian McIntire

303-524-6354

3240 Humboldt St.

Charter School

Near Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Nathaniel Reaven

303-802-4127

5590 Central Park Blvd., Building 4

Charter School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

DSST: CONSERVATORY GREEN HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 565

DSST: Conservatory Green High School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life by challenging our students with rigorous classes, offering robust electives, and providing opportunities for internships and a senior project. All of our students will have an internship in their junior year with an organization of their choice. DSST students have interned at places like Google, major airlines, the UC Anschutz Medical Campus and more. We complement our rigorous academic program with great social and extra-curricular experiences, athletic programs, electives and clubs. Our graduates have built a legacy of excellence, with 100% of our seniors accepted to a fouryear college or university and an average of six college acceptances per student! We believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Future Center • Honors Courses • PE • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Severe CenterBased Program Composition • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts • Internship Opportunities • Tutoring

DSST: CONSERVATORY GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 460

DSST: Conservatory Green Middle School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life with an emphasis on developing students as scholars and through strong self awareness and liberal arts learning (reading, writing, mathematics, and science). Students succeed through classroom environments that are structured for success with clear academic and behavioral expectations and flourish in our many extracurricular activities and athletic programs. We also prioritize character development so that every DSST student is known and valued for who they are. In order to fulfill DSST’s mission to eliminate educational inequity and serve all students, we serve students with disabilities with excellence, ensuring all students are welcomed, known and challenged to achieve their most ambitious postsecondary path.

PROGRAMS:

Music • PE • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs •

Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Severe Center-Based Program • Ceramics • Choreography • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Drama • Drawing • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts • Band • Dance • Painting • Sculpture

Sports Clubs • Technology • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Jennifer Trainer

303-802-4120

8499 Stoll Place

Charter School

Greater Park Hill/ Central Park Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Central Park Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Martin Pearson

303-320-5570

2000 Valentia St.

Charter School Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

DSST: MONTVIEW HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 570

DSST: Montview High School, the flagship school of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. Since 2004, we have prepared all students for success in college and in life, evidenced by our track record of 100% of graduates’ admittance into a college or postsecondary program of their choice. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize our students’ character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Concurrent Enrollment • Future Center • Honors

Courses • Music • PE • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper •

Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic CenterBased Program • Audio Production • Broadcast Journalism • Club

Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Composition • Digital Media Arts •

Directing • Drama • Film • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • PreCollegiate Program • Theatrical Design • Visual Arts • Fitness • Internship Opportunities • Robotics • Sports Clubs • Technology • Tutoring

DSST: MONTVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENTFOR 6-8: 460

DSST: Montview Middle School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. As DSST’s founding campus, we have a proven track record of preparing all students for success in college and in life. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize student character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

PE • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic

Center-Based Program • Adapted Physical Education • Club

Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Drama • Gifted and Talented • Technology • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Shannon Feeney

303-320-5570

2000 Valentia St.

Charter School

Greater Park Hill/ Central Park Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Central Park Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Terita Walker

720-423-8300

1600 City Park Esplanade

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

EAST HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: east.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 2,350

East High School is the largest and highest-performing comprehensive high school in DPS. With a proud tradition of excellence in serving the students and families of Denver, East provides a rigorous and balanced learning experience for students in our ethnically, culturally, linguistically and economically diverse learning community.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • AVID • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French • Future Center • Japanese • Music • Native American Student Support Program • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Spanish • Technology • Career and Technical Education • Drama

• Internship Opportunities • Mandarin • Service Learning • JROTC

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive, Multi-Intensive Severe and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Center-Based Programs • Denver Health School-Based Health Center Academic Club or Competition • Choir • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Visual Arts • Band

• Community Service • Community Resources • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

David Daves

720-423-4901

1860 Lincoln St.

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

EMILY GRIFFITH HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: eghs.egtc.net

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 345

Emily Griffith High School provides pathways for students who choose to pursue their high school diploma or GED and post-secondary goals. An authentic curriculum, flexible scheduling, small class sizes and robust social/emotional support serve as a springboard for students to demonstrate competency in courses while having the opportunity to simultaneously engage in college, career and technical education programs. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Career Development • CompetencyBased Learning • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Future Center • Pre-Collegiate Program • Technology • Blended Learning • Internship Opportunities • Personalized Learning • Visual Arts • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Academic Club or Competition • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Community Service • Career and Technical Education • Tutoring

EMILY GRIFFITH TECHNICAL COLLEGE

WEBSITE: emilygriffith.edu

GRADES SERVED: Postsecondary

At Emily Griffith Technical College, we are dedicated to preparing our students for today’s workforce and tomorrow’s opportunities. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Community Resources • English Programs • Career and Technical Education Certificate Programs • GED/HSE Program

MANUAL HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: manual.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 365

We believe our students are capable of achieving at the highest levels. We challenge, nurture and support all of our students, who work with highly trained teachers in an innovative, technology-rich environment. Manual students develop an unshakable mindset of achievement that includes high expectations, resiliency and the ability to think critically and deeply.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • AP Courses • ASCENT • Choir • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Community Resources • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Expeditionary Learning • Fine Arts • Future Center • Internship Opportunities • PE • PreCollegiate Program • Spanish • STEM • Career and Technical Education • Drama • Academic Club or Competition • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • ASCENT • Student Leadership • Art History • Audio Production • Comprehensive Health • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Band • Community Service • Fitness • Music • Orchestra • Technology • Drawing • Project-Based Learning • Visual Arts • Denver Health SchoolBased Health Center • Multi-Intensive and Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Programs

PRINCIPAL:

Randy Johnson

720-423-4700

1860 Lincoln St.

Technical College

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

PRINCIPAL:

Chris DeRemer

720-423-6300

1700 E. 28th Ave.

Innovation School

MLE Services: ESL Transportation: RTD Bus Pass, Success Express

Before-School Program Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Amy Bringedahl

720-424-1540

2540 Holly St.

Innovation School

Greater Park Hill/ Central Park Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation:

Central Park

Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Doug Clinkscales

720-423-6550

1700 E. 28th Ave.

Innovation School

Near Northeast Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

MCAULIFFE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

WEBSITE: mcauliffe.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 1,370

McAuliffe International School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) middle school in the Greater Park Hill/Central Park area of Denver. The school provides a structured and intentional learning environment where all students are able to excel in academics, personal conduct and service to community. McAuliffe offers students a rigorous and holistic education.

PROGRAMS:

Band • Choir • French • Spanish • Mandarin • Orchestra • PE • Service Learning • Spanish • Technology • Visual Arts • Career and Technical Education • Career Development • Expeditionary Learning

• Honors Courses • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Gifted and Talented • Highly Gifted and Talented • Yearbook or Newspaper • Community Service • Tutoring • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs and Multi-Intensive Center-Based Programs

MCAULIFFE MANUAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: mcauliffemanual.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 235

Modeled after the expeditionary learning model, McAuliffe Manual offers students a challenging, well-rounded liberal arts education that is based on learner-centered classrooms, character education and internationalmindedness. We focus on social-emotional wellness, social justice and student voice.

PROGRAMS:

Band • International Focus • Orchestra • PE • Spanish • STEM • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Community Service

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Denver Health SchoolBased Health Center • JROTC • Service Learning • Honors Courses • Drama • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

MOREY MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: morey.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 480

At Morey, we build on every child’s unique gifts so each person becomes a self-directed, socially conscious, educated member of our diverse community. At Morey, learning is personalized, supportive, rooted in social justice and integrated within our local community. Our students learn in a diverse and inclusive school that supports students of all backgrounds. For information on enrollinginahighlygiftedmagnetprogram,seepage12.

PROGRAMS:

Competency-Based Learning • Highly Gifted and Talented • PE •

Pre-Collegiate Program • Academic Club or Competition • Club

Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Community Service • Fitness • Personalized Learning • Robotics • Sports Clubs

• Technology • Community Resources • Project-Based Learning

• Service Learning • STEM • Visual Arts • Drama • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Program

NORTHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: northfield.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 2,070

Northfield High School, an IB school, offers a progressive, challenging and exciting academic program. In addition to the core curriculum, NHS has a full array of electives, including four CTE pathways. We also offer a comprehensive athletic program and a robust activity program driven by student interests and passions to round out the student experience. NHS promotes an inclusive school community that encourages student creativity, self-awareness, independence and collaboration among students with different interests. NHS teachers inspire students to become enthusiastic lifelong learners, creative problem solvers and effective communicators. The focus on collaborative and global learning ensures that graduates are prepared to be fully informed, principled and engaged citizens of the world.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Blended Learning

• JROTC

• Concurrent Enrollment • Credit

Recovery • Fine Arts • French • Future Center • IB • Mandarin • Music

• Personalized Learning • PE

• Project-Based Learning • Service Learning

• Spanish • STEM • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • Yearbook or Newspaper

• Social Clubs • Student Leadership

• Multi-Intensive and Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Programs • AVID

• Choir • Band • Drama • International Focus • Visual Arts • Internship

Opportunities • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Gifted and Talented • Highly Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Sports Clubs • Technology

PRINCIPAL:

Courtney Wickham

720-424-0700

840 E. 14th Ave.

Innovation School

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services:

PRINCIPAL:

Jessica Rodriguez Bracey

720-423-8000

5500 Central Park Blvd.

Innovation School

ESL Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Kathryn Martinez

303-316-3944

6550 E. 21st Ave.

Charter School

Breakfast

PRINCIPAL:

Dr. Aaron Carter

720-424-8451

2727 Columbine St.

Pathways School

Lunch Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

ODYSSEY SCHOOL OF DENVER

WEBSITE: odysseydenver.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 305

Odyssey School of Denver is a diverse EL Education school. We teach students how to learn through a focus on academic achievement, critical thinking and social responsibility, preparing them for high school and beyond. A student’s learning experience includes a focus on reading and writing through literature, a rigorous math program, computers to develop research and critical-thinking skills, fine arts, documentation of students’ work through portfolios, regular out-of-school fieldwork and our overnight Adventure program.

PROGRAMS:

Expeditionary Learning • PE • Project-Based Learning • Academic Club or Competition • Service Learning • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Visual Arts • Music

PREP ACADEMY

WEBSITE: prepacademy.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 40

We are a community that sparks the minds of all learners to strategically use their voice and insight to navigate the pathways of life. PREP Academy welcomes the following learners: students who directly apply; students referred by other schools, the departments of human services or probation; and expelled students. Students will be empowered to engage in authentic and purposeful self-discovery. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Community Resources • Concurrent Enrollment • PE

• Credit Recovery • Future Center • Technology • Career and Technical Education • Internship Opportunities • STEM • ProjectBased Learning • Arts or Music Club • Social Clubs • Visual Arts • Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Gifted and Talented

RISEUP COMMUNITY SCHOOL

WEBSITE: riseupcommunityschool.net

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 105

RiseUp Community School reengages youth that have previously dropped out of high school or are in danger of dropping out. Our project-based learning approach focused on social justice issues allows students to apply what they have learned to positively impact themselves, their families and their community. RiseUp also offers students paid internships. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Pregnant/Parenting Program • Credit Recovery • Future Center

• Internship Opportunities • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Project-Based Learning • Spanish • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Community Service • Student Leadership

ROBERT F. SMITH STEAM ACADEMY

WEBSITE: robertfsmith.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 11

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-11: 45

Founded upon the principles of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), this school is grounded in three central components that are embedded in the design of each aspect of the school. The first central component is Blackness, meaning an understanding of and pride in one’s self, history of Black people and culture in the world. The second is Inclusion, to normalize difference and creative collaboration in the classroom and community. An Interdisciplinary Focus is the final component as we want to instill the ability to see connections between different subject areas and develop solutions that create lasting change. Our high school experience honors students’ history, individuality, cultural experiences and future potential.

PROGRAMS:

Community Resources

• STEM • Project-Based Learning • Fine Arts • Competency-Based Learning • Gifted and Talented • PE • Music • Spanish • Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Arts or Music Club • Social Clubs • Tutoring • AVID • Choir • Honors Courses • Visual Arts • Drama • Arts

Focus • Concurrent Enrollment • Yearkbook or Newspaper • Fine Arts • Internship Opportunities

PRINCIPAL:

Lucas Ketzer

303-292-1018

2342 N. Broadway

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL: Dr. Fernando Branch

720-424-9570

2900 Richard Allen Ct.

Innovation School

Transportation: Success Express, RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Lynette Hall-Jones

720-424-3040

2480 Downing St.

Innovation School

Near Northeast Middle School and Greater Five Points Elementary Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Success Express

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Jason Sanders

720-424-2640

2100 Akron Way

Greater Park Hill/Central Park Middle School and Central Park Elementary Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Central Park

Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Before-School Program

Breakfast Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

WHITTIER

WEBSITE: whittier.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 195

Whittier was founded in 1883 and to this day is proud to serve the families of this historic neighborhood in northeast Denver. The Whittier team provides a small family-oriented community that inspires and celebrates our students in ECE through eighth-grade. The Whittier team also strives to ensure that there is equity in all that we do for our students. In addition, our focus is to give students an educational environment that caters to their individual needs and honors their cultures, while offering a rigorous and rich academic experience.

PROGRAMS:

ECE-3 English • ECE-4 English • Kindergarten English • Music •

PE • Technology • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Choir • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts

WILLIAM (BILL) ROBERTS

WEBSITE: billroberts.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 850

Bill Roberts is a creative, safe and dynamic community of learners that nurtures and educates the whole child. Our staff, in partnership with our supportive parents, provides students with challenging and innovative learning opportunities through exploring the arts, educating for character and fostering critical thinking. Middle school students benefit from a tightly knit community of critical thinkers where students feel valued and are held to high expectations. We offer fee-based Discovery Link programming.

PROGRAMS:

Kindergarten English

• Music

• PE • Visual Arts • Service

Learning • Spanish • Discovery Link Program • Technology • STEM • Drama • Academic Club or Competition

• Arts or Music

Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student

Leadership • Gifted and Talented

NORTHWEST

AUL Denver

Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School

CEC Early College

Colorado High School Charter – Osage

Compassion Road Academy

Denver Montessori Junior/ Senior High

Denver Online

Girls Athletic Leadership High School

Girls Athletic Leadership Middle School

Lake Middle School

North High School

North High School Engagement Center

Skinner Middle School

Rocky Mountain Prep Sunnyside

West High School

West Middle School

PRINCIPAL:

Jennifer Jackson

303-282-0900

2417 W. 29th Ave.

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

AUL DENVER

WEBSITE: auldenver.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 150

The mission of AUL Denver is to provide a comprehensive and quality high school education for students who come from uncertain living conditions. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Tutoring • Pregnant/Parenting Program • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Music • Arts or Music Club • Student Leadership

BRYANT WEBSTER DUAL LANGUAGE ECE-8 SCHOOL

WEBSITE: bryantwebster.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 375

Bryant Webster provides a rigorous, standards-based curriculum designed to enable students to become bilingual, bi-literate and ready for college and career. We focus on educating the whole child and offer a strong, balanced academic program in a warm, nurturing environment. A language assessment may be needed for new student enrollment. Contact the school to learn more.

PROGRAMS:

Music • PE • Spanish • Technology • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper •

Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Visual Arts • Mariachi • Sports Clubs

CEC EARLY COLLEGE

WEBSITE: cecdenver.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 470

The Career Education Center Early College enrolls full-time students who want to prepare for career and college success. CEC also welcomes parttime students who take our Career Technical Education courses at CEC while enrolled in their home high schools. As an early college, all fulltime students must earn an approved certification or associate’s degree in order to graduate as they prepare for success on their post-secondary journey and in their future career.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Community Resources • Credit Recovery • Career and Technical Education

• Highly Gifted and Talented • Technology • Pre-Collegiate Program • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership • Social Clubs • Honors Courses • Future Center • Internship Opportunities • STEM • Gifted and Talented

• Project-Based Learning • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

PRINCIPAL:

Brian Clark

720-424-9170

3635 Quivas St.

Northwest Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Before-School Program

Breakfast Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services: Dual Language

PRINCIPAL:

Roland Shaw

720-423-6600

2650 Eliot St.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Clark Callahan

303-892-8475

1175 Osage St., Suite 100

Pathways School

Uniform or Dress Code

Before-School Program

COLORADO HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER – OSAGE

WEBSITE: coloradohighschoolcharter.com

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 195

Colorado High School Charter offers an excellent education in a smallschool setting for students who have struggled personally or academically in a conventional high school. We offer six enrollment periods to give students multiple opportunities to reengage and provide frequent feedback regarding grades and credits. All graduates receive support to gain acceptance into a postsecondary institution and complete a postsecondary degree. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Vicky Virnich

720-424-2200 1000 Cherokee St.

Pathways School

MLE Services:

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Honors Courses • Internship Opportunities • PE • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Student Leadership • Tutoring

COMPASSION ROAD ACADEMY

WEBSITE: cra.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 90

Compassion Road Academy uses education and a variety of programs to help our students attain equal opportunity and guide them on the journey to becoming conscientious, competent and positively empowered advocates for their communities. We provide at-risk students rigor and relevance, flexible support systems, targeted and purposeful interventions, and a strong sense of community. ThisschooldoesnotparticipateintheSchool Choice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • AVID • Concurrent Enrollment • Honors Courses

• Credit Recovery • Fine Arts • Future Center • Music • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Service Learning • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Community Service • Fitness

DENVER MONTESSORI JUNIOR/ SENIOR HIGH

WEBSITE: dmhs.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 275

Denver Montessori Junior High is specially designed to meet the needs and characteristics of younger adolescents during this crucial stage of adolescent brain development. Through the use of a carefully prepared environment and Montessori adolescent trained teachers, we guide our students to become adaptable, independent, ingenious and creative emerging adults with excellent communication and problem solving skills. Denver Montessori Senior High School offers a personalized and rigorous college preparatory program. Students have the freedom to tap into their inner drives, determine and study their discovered passions. At DMHS, students are given the agency to act, with responsibility, on their autonomous intentions.

PROGRAMS:

Concurrent Enrollment • Honors Courses • Fine Arts • Montessori

• Music • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Spanish • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs

• Student Leadership

DENVER ONLINE

WEBSITE: online.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 600

Denver Online is a state-certified multi-district 6-12 school that is managed by Denver Public Schools. We serve a diverse range of students, including students participating in ballet/dance, competitive sports, travel, work/ service learning, and other students needing a flexible schedule and learning environment. We also have many students with health and/or social/emotional challenges, gifted and talented students, students who are pregnant or parenting, and those who take advantage of our free concurrent enrollment college courses.We are highly supportive, responsive, and sensitive educators who focus on the whole child. Students are offered college courses, community service opportunities, internships/apprenticeships and more.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Blended Learning • PE • Concurrent Enrollment • French • Honors Courses • Visual Arts • Japanese • Spanish • Career and Technical Education • Community Service • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Arts or Music Club • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Tutoring • Competency-Based Learning • Fine Arts

• Internship Opportunities • Personalized Learning • Technology

PRINCIPAL:

Sheldon Reynolds

720-424-2600

4250 Shoshone St.

Innovation School

Northwest Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes, RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Ian Jones

720-424-8281

451 S. Tejon St.

Pathways School

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Carrie Donovan

303-282-6437

750 Galapago St.

Charter School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Leah Bock

303-282-6437

750 Galapago St.

Charter School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

GIRLS ATHLETIC LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: galsdenver.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 95

Girls Athletic Leadership High School, or GALS, provides a collegepreparatory education in a supportive environment that fosters the academic mastery and personal development necessary for every young woman to become a powerful advocate for herself and a leader of her community. GALS empowers girls to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly and thrive physically.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Fine Arts • Honors Courses • PE • Project-Based Learning • SingleGender Program • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Cross-Categorical Program

GIRLS ATHLETIC LEADERSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: galsdenver.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 205

Girls Athletic Leadership Middle School, or GALS, provides a collegepreparatory education in a supportive environment that fosters the academic mastery and personal development necessary for every young woman to become a powerful advocate for herself and a leader of her community. GALS empowers girls to succeed academically, lead confidently, live boldly and thrive physically.

PROGRAMS:

Concurrent Enrollment • Fine Arts • Honors Courses • PE • Project-Based Learning • Single-Gender Program • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Cross-Categorical Program

LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: lake.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 610

Lake Middle School is a vibrant learning community for all children. At Lake, we believe that the middle school years are critical to future academic and personal success, and we are passionate about providing students with the opportunities, skills and support they need to thrive both academically and socially. Our dedicated faculty and staff, rigorous academics, robust electives offerings, inclusive athletics, and focus on social-emotional growth ensure students feel empowered, safe, accepted and respected in our building. Our values of Honor, Hard Work, Generosity and Humility are at the heart of our school community. Come see what it means to be a Lake Knight!

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition

Physical Education

Music

Health

• Arts or Music Club • PE • Adapted

• Spanish • Technology • Visual Arts • Choir •

• Drama • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Service Learning • Community Service

Clubs • Community Resources

• STEM

• Band

• Comprehensive

• Fitness • Sports

• Career and Technical

Education • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student

Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic, Multi-Intensive Center-Based Programs • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: north.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 1,685

North High School’s mission is to catalyze the academic and personal success of all students, empowering them to reach their full potential through the postsecondary opportunity of their choice. North offers the support and personal attention of a small school with the opportunities of a traditional, comprehensive high school. We have 11 Advanced Placement classes and 20 rigorous college classes to prepare students for their future. Math intervention supports those not at grade level and a variety of outstanding elective courses keep students engaged. We offer Chromebooks for every student and have a strong focus on students’ mental health with Learning Community, Restorative Practice and caring staff. North offers 24 sports, two club sports and a host of student organizations like MECHA, LGBTQ+, BSA, ASISA among others.

PROGRAMS:

PRINCIPAL:

Amanda McDonald

720-424-0260

1820 Lowell Blvd.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

PRINCIPAL:

German Echevarria

720-423-2700

2960 Speer Blvd.

MLE Services: ESL Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL, Dual Language

PRINCIPAL:

Dr. Moira Coogan

720-423-2700

2960 Speer Blvd.

Pathways School

Transportation:

RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

NORTH HIGH SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT CENTER

WEBSITE: north.dpsk12.org/about/north-engagement-center

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 100

The North High School Engagement Center (NEC) works in partnership with North High School to support students who have gaps in their education. NEC accepts students from other area schools and students who are not in DPS. NEC serves older students (those who should be juniors, seniors or high school graduates) who need additional support to get back on track. Students have access to world languages, technical courses, AP and enrichment courses. Students benefit from the intentional focus on developing positive relationships through small class sizes, allowing teachers to individualize instruction for students. Students have the opportunity to participate in all North High School sports teams, clubs and extracurricular activities. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Competency-Based Learning • Composition • Visual Arts • Band • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French •

Personalized Learning • Future Center • Internship Opportunities • PE • Blended Learning • Fine Arts • Gifted and Talented • Mandarin • Spanish

• Academic Club or Competition • Community Service • JROTC • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

PRINCIPAL:

Julie Stephens

720-424-1420

3435 W. 40th Ave.

Northwest Middle School

Enrollment Zone

Transportation:

Standard Bus Routes

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

SKINNER MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: skinner.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 655

A traditional, comprehensive middle school, Skinner has earned a reputation as a rigorous school that prepares all students for college and career. Skinner offers an outstanding faculty; interactive classroom technology including 1:1 devices; a focus on positive student culture with high accountability; a huge variety of daily electives and competitive athletics. Skinner believes in serving ALL students and implements a continuum of programming to meet the needs of ALL learners (including those identified as GT/HGT to students requiring special education services). Skinner maintains a diverse and inclusive student body that reflects the world around us. We invite you to contact us and learn more about Skinner!

PROGRAMS:

Honors Courses • Pre-Collegiate Program • Service Learning • PE • Spanish

• Visual Arts • Choir • Drama • Native American Student Support Program • Band • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Community Service

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Highly Gifted and Talented • Orchestra • Technology • Tutoring • Student Leadership • Affective Needs and Multi-Intensive CenterBased Programs

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP SUNNYSIDE

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 170

Rocky Mountain Prep Sunnyside is an inclusive, safe and restorative learning space for all students and staff. RMP Sunnyside commits to providing every student a rigorous and loving education built on trusting relationships. We believe that academic excellence, paired with a strong community, equips our students for long-term success on their education journey, eventually creating our world's future change-makers!

PROGRAMS:

PE • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Student Leadership • Blended Learning • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Highly Gifted and Talented

PRINCIPAL:

Catherine Dance

720-723-2000

4735 Pecos St.

Charter School

Northwest Middle School Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Mia Martinez Lopez

720-423-5482

951 Elati St.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

WEST HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: west.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 560

West High School is a public school designed to promote academic excellence leading directly to college and career readiness. We empower students with a rigorous education that promotes leadership as well as the academic and social emotional skills to compete in the global market. Denver West honors the history of the West campus by continuing the fight for justice and access for all students, much like the Denver West community did over 50 years ago during the 1969 protest. Our mission is to dismantle systemic racism by cultivating an inclusive school environment that provides a personalized education to every student with the opportunity to engage in rigorous college and career coursework and experiences.

PROGRAMS:

Early College • ASCENT • AP Courses • Concurrent Enrollment • Arts

Focus • Future Center • JROTC • Social Clubs • Internships • Denver Health School-Based Health Center • Community Service • Band • Fine Arts • Yearbook or Newspaper • Technology • Student Leadership • Career and Technical Education • Credit Recovery • Spanish • Academic

Club or Competition • Choir • Fitness • AVID • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Honors Courses • Project Based Learning

• Service Learning • Visual Arts • PE • Community Resources • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Juanita Valdez

720-423-5460

951 Elati St.

West Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: West Enrollment Zone

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: west.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 225

West Middle School provides students with the necessary skills to be college and career ready. We focus on the individual academic and social-emotional needs of all students. Denver West honors the history of the West campus by continuing the fight for justice and access for all students, much like the West community did during the 1969 protest. The Denver West Middle School mission is to dismantle systemic racism by honoring culture and language — learning, growing, and leading in a multicultural community.

PROGRAMS:

Music • PE • Spanish • Technology • Drama • Visual Arts • Community Resources • Academic Club or Competition • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Community Service Club or Organization • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center • Gifted and Talented • Sports Clubs

SOUTHEAST

DELTA High School

Denver Green School

Southeast

DSST: Cedar High School

DSST: Cedar Middle School

George Washington High School

Grant Beacon Middle School

Hamilton Middle School

Highline Academy Southeast

Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences

Merrill Middle School

Place Bridge Academy

Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning

Slavens School

South High School

Thomas Jefferson High School

PRINCIPAL:

April McLaughlin

720-423-8740

655 S. Monaco Parkway

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Jose Piza

720-424-7480

6700 E. Virginia Ave.

Innovation School

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

DELTA HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: delta.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 100

DELTA High School is a pathways school located on the George Washington campus with accelerated programming on academic quarters. Students have an opportunity to earn 27.5 credits each quarter. DELTA stands for Diverse Education Leading Through Action, and our diverse school has a focus on leadership and community involvement. As a small community of students, typically 17 to 20 years old, we offer small class sizes and a lot of individual support. All of our students will have an opportunity to take college coursework for free. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Credit Recovery • Future Center • Concurrent Enrollment • Career and Technical Education Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

• Film • Fitness • Internship Opportunities • JROTC • Lifetime Activities • PE • Technology

DENVER GREEN SCHOOL SOUTHEAST

WEBSITE: denvergreenschool.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 555

Denver Green School Southeast is a neighborhood innovation school and is one of the few DPS schools dedicated to sustainability. We provide a “hands-on, brains-on” curriculum that is designed to ensure all learners achieve at a high level. Our students are prepared to excel in the colleges and careers of tomorrow. We have been a high-achieving and high-growth school for several years. We offer fee-based Discovery Link programming.

PROGRAMS:

Music

• PE • Discovery Link Program • Project-Based Learning

• Spanish • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Autistic Center-Based Program • Tutoring • Community Service • Concurrent Enrollment

DSST: CEDAR HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 545

DSST: Cedar High School (formerly DSST: Byers), which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We are committed to being a welcoming community where all people are known and valued. At Cedar, students have the opportunity to explore their identities academically, personally and socially. Together, we work to cultivate relationships and support each other to be our best. Our graduates at Cedar have the opportunity to pursue their aspirations and positively impact the world. Because we are committed to high expectations for students we have been green on state performance framework ratings since our founding in 2016. Last year, we ranked in the top five DPS high schools on overall P/SAT growth. We were also ranked the No. 2 high school for 11th-grade P/SAT scores in DPS. In addition to great academic outcomes, we have robust clubs, athletics, affinity groups and student government. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Future Center • Music • PE • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Art History • Audio Production • Broadcast Journalism • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Digital Media Arts • Drama • Gifted and Talented

• Pre-Collegiate Program • Project-Based Learning • Service Learning

• Visual Arts • Fittness • Internship Opportunities • Robotics • Sports Clubs • Technology

PRINCIPAL:

Elin Curry

303-524-6350

150 S. Pearl St.

Charter School

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Elin Curry

303-524-6350

150 S. Pearl St.

Charter School Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

DSST: CEDAR MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 480

DSST: Cedar Middle School (formerly DSST: Byers), which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We are committed to being a welcoming community where all people are known and valued. At Cedar, students have the opportunity to explore their identities academically, personally and socially. Together, we work to cultivate relationships and support each other to be our best. Our graduates have the opportunity to pursue their aspirations and positively impact the world. We were rated the top middle school in Denver from 2013-18 and we have been green on state school performance framework ratings since our founding. Last year, we were in the top 10 middle schools in DPS on both proficiency and growth on Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) tests. In addition to great academic outcomes, we have robust clubs, athletics, affinity groups and student government. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: gwhs.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 1,255

George Washington is proud to lead the pursuit of academic ingenuity and excellence. By championing the highest standards, we empower all students to think critically and creatively to achieve success in the 21st century. World-class courses and extracurricular clubs and activities transform Patriots into business leaders, teachers, politicians, musicians and professional athletes.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • AVID • Band • Choir • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French • Future Center • IB • Orchestra • Spanish • Technology • Visual Arts • Career and Technical Education • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Honors Courses • Community Service • Highly Gifted and Talented • Internship Opporunities • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • JROTC • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs, Multi-Intensive, Multi-Intensive Severe Center-Based Programs

GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: bnsk12.org/gbms

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 325

Grant Beacon Middle School is committed to the high achievement and growth of every student, providing a college-preparatory program that sets high expectations and requires critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. We focus on the “Blended Learning” model, which enhances student understanding by combining traditional instructional methods with technology-based instruction.

PROGRAMS:

AVID • Band • Blended Learning • Honors Courses • Music • PE • Spanish • Technology • Visual Arts • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Career Development • Career and Technical Education • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs and MultiIntensive Center-Based Programs

PRINCIPAL:

Dackri Davis, Ph.D.

720-423-8600

655 S. Monaco Parkway

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services:

PRINCIPAL:

Jennifer Anderson

720-423-9360

1751 S. Washington St.

Innovation School

ESL Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Fernanda Dillon

720-423-9500

8600 E. Dartmouth Ave.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Sarah Verni-Lau

303-759-7808

2170 S. Dahlia St.

Charter School

Uniform or Dress Code

Before-School Program

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

HAMILTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: hamilton.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 695

Hamilton Middle School fosters lifelong global learners, through the nurturing of a compassionate and multicultural community that leads change toward a more peaceful world. As international educators, we promote balanced academic, physical, artistic and emotional development for all students. Students at Hamilton explore multiple disciplines and demonstrate understanding through inquiry and rigorous assessment. Our students are empathetic towards people and their beliefs and utilize diverse intellectual, linguistic and cultural perspectives to inform their lens. We challenge learners and inspire globally-minded students to become lifelong, enduring learners, servant leaders and critical thinkers.

PROGRAMS:

AVID • Band • Expeditionary Learning • Fine Arts • IB • PE • International Focus • Music • Orchestra • Choir • Service Learning

• Spanish • STEM • Visual Arts • Blended Learning • Drama

• Arts or Music Club • Academic Club or Competition • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Career and Technical Education • Affective Needs and Multi-Intensive CenterBased Programs

HIGHLINE ACADEMY SOUTHEAST

WEBSITE: highlineacademy.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 535

At Highline Academy, we meet every learner where they are and help them discover who they can become. We inspire them to realize their potential, capacity and strengths with intentional relationship building and challenging them to REACH IN, to REACH OUT, and to REACH UP everyday. We teach our students to REACH IN for personal growth and self-reflection; REACH OUT to support their fellow classmates and those in their communities with civic leadership; and to REACH UP to pursue an ongoing love of learning and to do their personal best academically. We prepare them for the diverse environments that await them in higher education, career, and life by creating an intentionally diverse school community with students coming from a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds, cultures and home languages spoken. Our students are taught to see the beauty in others and in themselves as valued members of our community and world.

PROGRAMS:

Kindergarten English • Music • PE • Spanish • Technology • Personalized Learning • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Cross-Categorical Program

HILL CAMPUS OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

WEBSITE: hill.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 605

Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences is an extraordinary middle school in the heart of Denver. We embrace our diversity and tout it as our most important attribute by serving over 600 students from all economic and cultural backgrounds. Hill offers an academic program that includes standards-based teaching, an Accelerated Path for students to begin to explore above grade-level standards and content and a rich electives program. We also have a Deaf Hard-of-Hearing Center and a MultiIntensive Center. At Hill, we believe that our community plays a role in creating experiences that our students will hold onto as they build new understanding of the global world.

PROGRAMS:

Band • Fine Arts • AP Courses • Music • Orchestra • PE •

STEM • Spanish • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership

• Career and Technical Education • Multi-Intensive, Multi-Intensive Autistic and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Center-Based Programs

MERRILL MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: merrill.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 605

Merrill Middle School is a learning community that promotes a culture of excellence through rigorous project-based learning, relevant academics and social-emotional strategies. We have a strong emphasis on agency, student voice and inclusion. We welcome students who embrace being academically challenged, are collaborative and critical thinkers, engage in clubs/athletics and celebrate the rich diversity of our student community.

PROGRAMS:

AVID • Band • Choir • Honors Courses • PE • Spanish •

Technology • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Career and Technical Education • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership • Gifted and Talented • Dance • Multi-Intensive Severe and PLEX

Center-Based Programs • Community Resources • Drama •

Orchestra • Visual Arts

• Adapted Physical Education • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Comprehensive Health

• Digital Media Arts • International Focus

• Project-Based Learning • Musical Theatre • Tutoring

PRINCIPAL:

Sonia Williams

720-423-9680

451 Clermont St.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Patrice Underwood

720-424-0600

1551 S. Monroe St.

Innovation School

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL, Newcomer Center

PRINCIPAL:

Nadia Madan Morrow

720-424-0960

7125 Cherry Creek North Dr.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

After-School Program

PLACE BRIDGE ACADEMY

WEBSITE: place.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 785

Place Bridge Academy is proud to serve one of the most diverse student populations in the country. We offer a variety of services and learning experiences for all students, including specialized programming for the city's Newcomer students. We have on average over 40 languages spoken at our school each year. PBA creates a strong and supportive school community via rigorous instruction, additional learning opportunities through our STEM Lab and Student Club offerings, increased SEL supports, and various wrap-around services for families.

PROGRAMS:

PRINCIPAL:

Chad Burns

303-759-2076

1700 S. Holly St.

Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) School

MLE Services: ESL, TNLI, Newcomer Center Before-School Program

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

Choir • STEM • Visual Arts • Band • Yearbook or Newspaper • Music • PE • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center • Technology • Tutoring • Multi-Intensive and MultiIntensive Autistic Center-Based Programs

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL OF EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING

WEBSITE: rmsel.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 12

The mission of the Rocky Mountain School of Expeditionary Learning is to empower students and staff to be learners, critical thinkers, citizens and explorers engaged in and inspired by the real world. A public school of choice, RMSEL operates in partnership with five Denver-area school districts and two nonprofit organizations (Outward Bound and the Public Education and Business Coalition) actively involved in the renewal of public education. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Kindergarten English • AVID • Concurrent Enrollment • Internship Opportunities • PE • Spanish • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

SLAVENS SCHOOL

WEBSITE: slavens.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 750

Slavens School emphasizes critical-thinking skills. We have high expectations for all students and utilize the district curriculum to meet the needs of the whole child. Some elementary classes platoon, with one teacher focusing on literacy instruction while a second teacher focuses on math, science and social studies. Our middle school prepares students for high school success. ECE classes are offered at the Stephen Knight Center for Early Education. We offer fee-based Discovery Link programming.

PROGRAMS:

Kindergarten English • Music • PE • Spanish • Technology • STEM • Career Development • Career and Technical Education • Community Service • Student Leadership • Discovery Link Program

PRINCIPAL:

Kurt Siebold

720-424-4150

3000 S. Clayton St.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Before-School Program

Breakfast Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Rachel Goss

720-423-6000

1700 E. Louisiana Ave.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL, Newcomer Center

PRINCIPAL:

Mike Christoff

720-423-7000

3950 S. Holly St.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: denversouth.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 1,800

South High School offers a cross-cultural academic experience that challenges all students to attain the highest levels of success. Students come to our beautiful Washington Park campus from throughout Denver and across the globe to prepare for college and career. South is proud to be recognized as a distinguished school for the whole child. We support and value students' social-emotional and academic needs.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Academic Club or Competition • Club

Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Honors Courses • Community Service • Orchestra • Community Resources • Tutoring • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French • Future Center • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Spanish • Band • Career and Technical Education • Choir • Drama • Technology

• JROTC • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student

Leadership • Multi-Intensive and Multi-Intensive Severe CenterBased Programs • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

THOMAS JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: tjhs.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 1,365

Thomas Jefferson High School prepares students for exciting careers in broadcasting, journalism, 3-D animation, robotics and more through our cutting-edge Center for Communication Technology Magnet. We also offer an extensive list of Advanced Placement and Concurrent Enrollment options for students in addition to our rigorous course offerings. We ensure that our students leave TJ ready for their next chapter. Visit tjhs.dpsk12.org or call 720-423-7053 for more information about the Center for Communication Technologymagnetprogram.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • AVID • Concurrent Enrollment • STEM

PE • Band • Credit Recovery • French • Future Center • Japanese • Music • Native American Student Support Program Service Learning • Spanish • Audio Production • Broadcast Journalism • Ceramics • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Composition • Digital Media Arts • Gifted and Talented • Honors

Courses • Pre-Collegiate Program • Theatrical Design • Visual Arts • Acting • Community Service • Fitness • Highly Gifted and Talented • Internship Opportunities • Robotics • Community Resources • Technology • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • JROTC • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs, Multi-Intensive and PLEX Center-Based Programs Denver Health School-Based Health Center

SOUTHWEST

5280 High School

Abraham Lincoln High School

Bear Valley International School

Compass Academy

Denver Center for International Studies

DSST: College View High School

DSST: College View Middle School

Excel Academy – Denver

Florence Crittenton

Grant Ranch

John F. Kennedy High School

Kepner Beacon Middle School

KIPP Denver Collegiate

KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy

Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy

Respect Academy

Rocky Mountain Prep Federal

Rocky Mountain Prep SMART

Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood

Summit Academy

PRINCIPAL:

Melissa Mouton

720-919-1056

1200 W. Mississippi Ave.

Pathways School

Transportation:

RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

5280 HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: 5280highschool.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 95

5280 High School now limits new students to its Summit Program, which serves students in recovery from addiction (this change will not affect current students). The Summit Program is for students struggling with substance abuse or related issues and provides a substance-free, safe and engaging school environment within a strong, vibrant community. 5280 is a project-based school focused on hands-on learning and real-world curriculum. 5280 students work in the community on real problems and produce academic work that builds their resume. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact theschooldirectlyforenrollmentinformation.

PROGRAMS:

Arts Focus • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery

• Expeditionary Learning • Internship Opportunities •

PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Project-Based Learning •

Personalized Learning • Service Learning • Spanish • STEM •

Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: alhs.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 955

The focus is to engage students and involve parents to create and be successful in a postsecondary culture. We will prepare and connect students to become successful in college, career and in life. We offer the only P-Tech program in DPS, where students can earn an associate’s degree in business fully paid for. In addition, students choose a college and career academy to participate in. Our academics provide students with college-level courses, industry experiences with rigorous course options and all students can earn an industry certificate and/or an associate's degree.

PROGRAMS:

P-TECH • AP Courses • ASCENT • AVID

• Concurrent Enrollment •

Credit Recovery • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Digital Media

Arts • Gifted and Talented • Highly Gifted and Talented • Internship

Opportunities • Native American Student Support Program • Honors

Courses • Visual Arts • Band

• Community Service • Fitness • French

• Future Center • Italian • Music • PE • Photography • Pre-Collegiate Program • Robotics • Sports Clubs • Technology • Spanish • Career and Technical Education • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music

Club • JROTC • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student

Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center • Multi-Intensive Autistic and Multi-Intensive Center-Based Programs

BEAR VALLEY INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

WEBSITE: bearvalley.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 375

BVIS engages scholars in world-class international learning that is comprehensive, personalized and dynamic. Our scholars are knowledgeable, inquisitive, compassionate, self and community advocates who are prepared for success in the 21st century global society.

PROGRAMS:

Honors Courses • IB • International Focus • Career and Technical Education • Music • Choir • Drama • Expeditionary

Learning • Gifted and Talented • Personalized Learning • PE • Service Learning • Spanish • STEM • Technology • Visual Arts

• Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Affective Needs CenterBased Programs

PRINCIPAL:

Antonio Esquibel

720-423-5000

2285 S. Federal Blvd.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI, Newcomer Center,

PRINCIPAL: Rachael Sutherland

720-423-9600

3005 S. Golden Way

Innovation School

Southwest Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: Southwest Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Alicia Schaefer Martinez

720-424-0096

2285 S. Federal Blvd.

Charter School

West Middle School

Enrollment Zone

Transportation: West Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

PRINCIPAL:

Marisa Vasquez

720-423-9000 574 W. Sixth Ave.

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

COMPASS ACADEMY

WEBSITE: compassacademy.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 195

Compass will foster students’ abilities to realize their unique strengths and talents, while mastering core academic skills. We use innovative approaches to student learning which includes project-based learning, technology-rich classrooms and learning expeditions which help get students out into the community. Compass prides itself on our biliteracy program where students receive strong English language development support while simultaneously using and celebrating Spanish language and culture. We partner with City Year to utilize Student Success Coaches who provide students with extra support and mentorship. Compass brings music, art, career training, life-skills and social activism into the students’ school day. Our school hosts high school fairs and visits. At Compass, we deeply believe in developing students to be learners and leaders, not only within the walls of our campus, but in high school, college and beyond.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Competency-Based Learning • STEM • Expeditionary Learning • Gifted and Talented • Project-Based Learning

• Spanish • Music • Personalized Learning • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Technology • Community Resources

DENVER CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

WEBSITE: dcis.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 450

DCIS is a magnet middle and high school in the Baker neighborhood of Denver that has garnered state and national recognition. All of our students have the opportunity to become proficient in one of six languages and to learn about and experience different cultures. Our unique curriculum enables DCIS to graduate global citizens who are multilingual and inter-culturally competent. We are proud of our students’ community-building skills, and of their drive to serve others through taking action for positive change in the world. DCIS is deeply committed to creating a space where Native American and Indigenous Students and Families thrive, feel seen and valued for who they are.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses

ASCENT

Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French

Honors Courses

International Focus • Italian • Japanese

Native American Student Support Program

Service Learning • Spanish • Mandarin

Academic Club or Competition

Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper

Social Clubs

Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

DSST: COLLEGE VIEW HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 550

DSST: College View High School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life by focusing on rigorous academics, setting high expectations and producing college-ready graduates. CVHS boasts the highest growth percentile data for reading and writing in 2023-24 in all of DPS, and we were ranked in the top five schools in DPS for English language development. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize student character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses

• Concurrent Enrollment

• Future Center

• Honors Courses

• PE • Spanish • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Internship

Opportunities

• Music • Robotics

Service • Yearbook or Newspaper

• Sports Clubs • Technology • Community

• Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture

• Composition • Digital Media Arts • Gifted and Talented • Project-Based Learning • Visual Arts

• Credit Recovery

PRINCIPAL:

Erik Jacobson

303-524-6320

3111 W. Dartmouth Ave.

Charter School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

303-524-6320

3111

DSST: COLLEGE VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: dsstpublicschools.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 460

DSST: College View Middle School, which is part of Denver’s distinguished DSST Public Schools network, provides a world-class STEM education. We prepare all students for success in college and in life by focusing on engaging students with rigorous content and providing a values-centered school program. Because we are committed to high expectations for students we have achieved a rating of green on the state performance framework, have had some of the strongest growth in math for students in the state, and are the top performing DSST school for growth in ACCESS scores for students who speak multiple languages. While we focus on rigorous academics, we equally prioritize student character development because we believe every DSST student should be known and valued for who they are. Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, personal passions, college, career and in life.

EXCEL ACADEMY – DENVER

WEBSITE: excelacademy.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 255

Excel Academy – Denver combines structure, a committed and caring staff and a system of peer accountability to support students who have dropped out or who are at risk of dropping out to realize their potential and achieve their academic goals. We strive to ensure that the majority of our students increase their math and reading capabilities, enabling them to catch up, graduate and transition into postsecondary education. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit

Recovery • Future Center • Honors Courses • PE • Spanish •

Career and Technical Education • Career Development

FLORENCE CRITTENTON

WEBSITE: florencecrittenton.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 90

Florence Crittenton High School serves pregnant and parenting teens (ages 14-21) and their families in a holistic setting that includes support services such as personalized counseling, nursing and Early Childhood Education. Our goal is for students to earn their diploma and graduate as lifelong learners, community leaders and responsible parents with marketable skills for today. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Pregnant/Parenting Program • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment

• Credit Recovery • Personalized Learning • PE •

Single-Gender Program • Career and Technical Education •

Career Development • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

PRINCIPAL:

Cynthia Navarro

720-424-2250

1825 S. Federal Blvd.

Innovation School, Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Josh Howard

720-423-7900

55 S. Zuni St.

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Dr. Patricia Hurrieta

720-424-6880

5400 S. Jay Circle

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes

Breakfast

Lunch

After-School Program

MLE Services:

ESL

GRANT RANCH

WEBSITE: grantranch.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: ECE-3 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-8: 255

Grant Ranch ECE-8 School cultivates global, lifelong learners to become future leaders positively impacting society. Our mission is to provide a safe, equitable and rigorous learning environment for all through a culture of acceptance for a diverse community and encourage the development of compassionate, resilient, lifelong learners. Character strengths/ personal success factors include: grit, integrity, curiosity, gratitude, social intelligence, self-control and optimism.

PROGRAMS:

Academic Club or Competition • Choir • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Competency-Based Learning • Drama • Gifted and Talented • STEM • Service Learning • Visual Arts • Band

• Community Service • Music • Personalized Learning • PE • Yearbook or Newspaper • Sculpture • Sports Clubs • Student Leadership • Technology • Community Resources

JOHN F. KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSITE: jfk.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 690

Our mission is to challenge students every day so they realize their full intellectual, emotional and physical potential in an ever-changing global community. We work to help JFK students become successful citizens and scholars to better prepare for college and career. We recognize that the path to success is different for each student so we offer a variety of academic and enrichment opportunities.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • ASCENT • AVID • Academic Club or Competition

• Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Community Service •

Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • French • Fitness •

Future Center • Honors Courses • IB • Music • Native American Student Support Program • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program •

Spanish • Technology • Career and Technical Education • JROTC

• Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Affective Needs, Multi-Intensive and Multi-Intensive Severe CenterBased Programs • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

KEPNER BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL

WEBSITE: bnsk12.org/kbms

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 450

Kepner Beacon Middle School is committed to the achievement and growth of every student, providing a college-preparatory program that sets high expectations and requires critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. KBMS brings together our diverse community and prepares students with the knowledge and 21st century leadership skills necessary for college and career success. We focus on the Blended Learning model, which enhances student understanding by combining traditional face-to-face instructional methods with technology-based instruction.

PROGRAMS:

Band • Blended Learning • International Focus • Career Development • Career and Technical Education • Music • PE •

Spanish • Visual Arts • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

PRINCIPAL:

Tiffany Almon

720-423-4300

2855 S. Lamar St.

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL, Dual Language

PRINCIPAL:

Daniel Walsh

720-424-0027

911 S. Hazel Court

Innovation School

West Middle School Enrollment Zone

Transportation: West Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: TNLI

303-922-5324

Bus Pass Uniform or Dress Code

KIPP DENVER COLLEGIATE

WEBSITE: kippcolorado.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 480

Founded in 2009, KIPP Denver Collegiate High School supports students on their path to opportunity and success. We are part of the KIPP Colorado Public Schools, a network of schools educating students in ECE through 12th grade. KIPP educators partner with students and families to provide rigorous academics, character growth and extracurricular activities so that students can define their own future. Our nationally recognized KIPP Forward program supports students to choose and prepare for the educational and career paths that fit their goals and sense of purpose. Once on their way, KIPP Forward teams help alumni keep moving forward, tackling academic, social and financial challenges they might encounter while pursuing their dreams.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Honors Courses • PE • Spanish • Drama • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper

• Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Academic Club or Competition • Choir • Fine Arts • STEM • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Fitness • Robotics

KIPP SUNSHINE PEAK ACADEMY

WEBSITE: kippcolorado.org

303-623-5772

GRADES SERVED: 5 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 5-8: 370

Founded in 2002, KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy supports students on their path to opportunity and success. We are part of the KIPP Colorado Public Schools, a network of schools educating students in ECE through 12th grade. KIPP educators partner with students and families to provide rigorous academics, character growth, and extracurricular activities so that students can define their own future and discover themselves. Our mission, rooted in our four core values of Love, Excellence, Pride and Liberation, is to provide an excellent and equitable education that enables all students to develop the knowledge, skills and character strengths necessary to climb the mountain to and through college, career and lead lives of choice and opportunity.

PROGRAMS:

PE • STEM • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club

• Community Service • Student Leadership • Gifted and Talented • Pre-Collegiate Program

KUNSMILLER CREATIVE ARTS ACADEMY

WEBSITE: kunsmiller.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: K to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR K-12: 780

Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy is a magnet school designed to prepare students in kindergarten through 12th grade for creative and artistic careers while also providing a rigorous college-prep education. All students explore theater arts, 2- and 3-D visual arts, media arts, instrumental and vocal music and dance. Kindergarten students are placed through SchoolChoice. All other students must attend an enrollment event. Contact the school for more information.

PROGRAMS:

Arts Focus • ASCENT • Audio Production • Blended Learning • Ceramics • Digital Media Arts • Drama • Gifted and Talented •

AP Courses • Credit Recovery • Internship Opportunities • Fine

Arts • Honors Courses • Concurrent Enrollment • PE • Spanish

Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Career and Technical

Education • Arts or Music Club • Yearbook or Newspaper • Student Leadership • Denver Health School-Based Health Center

PRINCIPAL:

Lindsay Erikson, Chuck Puga (Interim)

720-424-0200

2250 S. Quitman Way

West and Southwest Middle School Enrollment Zones

Transportation: Standard Bus Routes, RTD Bus Pass

Breakfast

Lunch After-School Program

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Sherry Davis

720-423-5228

2285 S. Federal Blvd.

Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Robert Barrett

720-460-2800

2626 W. Evans Ave. Charter

RESPECT ACADEMY

WEBSITE: respect.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 100

Respect Academy is an engagement center that is designed for students who are 17 to 20 years of age and are within 100 credits of graduating, with the goal of high school graduation and postsecondary preparedness. Through a partnership with Abraham Lincoln High School, students are also able to access athletics, clubs and activities. Respect Academy offers several concurrent enrollments for students including welding, automotive and CNA, in addition to courses at CCD, UCD, Metro and Emily Griffith. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

Pregnant/Parenting Program • AP Courses • ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Future Center • Music • PE • PreCollegiate Program • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP FEDERAL

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 375

Uniform or Dress Code Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

STRIVE Prep - Federal will be the No. 1 middle school in Denver as measured by student growth, student achievement, family satisfaction and teacher retention by maintaining an unwavering commitment to disrupting injustice and systemic racism through diversity, equity and inclusion. This statement represents our Big Goal and it is carefully woven into the fabric of our school community. It shows up in our rigorous college-prep instruction, prioritization of inclusion for all learners, regular family engagement opportunities, and competitive After-School athletic programming. As a result, our students are ready to advocate and collaborate in order to change the world and make it a better place.

PROGRAMS:

PE • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Robotics • Sports Clubs • Community Resources • Technology

• Visual Arts • Social Clubs • Student Leadership • MultiIntensive Center-Based Program • Tutoring

ROCKY MOUNTAIN SMART

WEBSITE: rockymountainprep.org

GRADES SERVED: 9 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 9-12: 570

Rocky Mountain Prep SMART is a public college preparatory school. Students are prepared for college through daily rigorous coursework, junior and senior seminar classes that explore university requirements and options. Advanced Placement and concurrent enrollment offerings exist in all content areas. At RMP SMART, 100% of students graduate with a college or university acceptance.

PROGRAMS:

AP Courses • Fine Arts • PE • Service Learning • Spanish •

Visual Arts • Concurrent Enrollment • Ceramics • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture • Gifted and Talented • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Career and Technical

Development • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper •

Social Clubs • Student Leadership • Multi-Intensive CenterBased Program

PRINCIPAL:

Chelsea Yondo Feller

303-962-9880

3201 W. Arizona Ave.

Charter School

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast

Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Nate Mullen

303-962-9880

3201 W. Arizona Ave.

Charter School

West Middle School

Enrollment Zone

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

PRINCIPAL:

Juan Osorio

720-424-2400

5590 W. Evans Ave.

Innovation School, Pathways School

Transportation: RTD Bus Pass

Uniform or Dress Code

Breakfast Lunch

MLE Services: ESL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN PREP WESTWOOD

WEBSITE: striveprep.org/westwood

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 8

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-8: 290

Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood students use their voice. Academic success is driven by increasing the opportunity for students to engage in meaningful ways during class. Intentional discussion-based lessons bring students' identity and agency into the forefront of the classroom. Our strong differentiation of schedules allows for more intentional intervention, closing existing academic gaps while protecting student language development. Westwood prides itself on community engagement and connection while also creating an educational landscape that is constantly evolving for and by the community. Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood is proud to serve the families of Southwest Denver, and shares a campus with the high school, Rocky Mountain Prep SMART.

PROGRAMS:

PE • Visual Arts • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Student Leadership

SUMMIT ACADEMY

WEBSITE: summit.dpsk12.org

GRADES SERVED: 6 to 12

2023-24 ESTIMATED ENROLLMENT FOR 6-12: 235

At Summit, our mission is to embrace all students and cultivate the whole child to empower them to advocate for themselves, be active learners and positive contributors to the global community. This school does not participate in the SchoolChoice process. Contact the school directly for enrollment information.

PROGRAMS:

ASCENT • Concurrent Enrollment • Credit Recovery • Future Center • Honors Courses • Internship Opportunities • PE • Pre-Collegiate Program • Career and Technical Education • Career Development • Academic Club or Competition • Arts or Music Club • Community Service • Yearbook or Newspaper • Social Clubs • Student Leadership

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