Insights

October 2023
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Important Updates and News from Around DCSD ๐๏ธ
Learn About DCSD's Funding Measures
๐ Faces of DCSD: Meet Catherine Watson ๐
Catherine Watson has been working in the Douglas County School District for twenty years. She currently serves students, including those with significant support needs, at Pioneer Elementary in Parker. She is passionate about helping her students reach their full potential and preparing them for the next steps in their educational journey. Watch as Catherine shares why she calls Douglas County School District home.
Apple Award Nominations Now Open!
Elementary Discovery Program Application Process Is Now Open!
The DCSD Elementary Discovery Program is a center based gifted program designed to meet the needs of highly advanced gifted elementary school students (grades 2 - 6) who require intensity of instruction and acceleration beyond what can reasonably be expected from gifted programming and services provided through their school. Studentโs placed in this program receive their typical school day instruction in a self-contained classroom with other highly gifted students.
If you have a student that you think might be a good candidate for Discovery, please reach out to your schoolโs GT Facilitator for support in discussion with the family and the application process.
Upcoming Discovery Information Night
Monday, October 23 | 6:00 - 7:30 P.M.Renaissance Expeditionary Magnet School
Please use this Google Form to RSVP for an in-person Discovery Information night. This will help us plan for the number of families joining us.
Unable to join us?
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One Book One District
The DLMC is hosting our 3rd annual One Book One District program on November 13-17, featuring the book Becoming a Good Creature by Sy Montgomery. The author's visit takes place on November 15th from 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Check out our website to find detailed information and resources for you to use with students.
You and your family are invited to attend our community event on November 11 from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the DC Fairgrounds, Kirk Hall. Click here to view the invitation. We have a wonderful morning of fun planned for you and your family.
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Events ๐๏ธ
DCSD Pathways Expo
Thursday, October 26 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Legacy Campus, 10035 S Peoria St, Lone Tree, CO 80134
Interested in learning more about options for your student after high school? Are you a community member who is curious about how DCSD prepares students for success after high school? Attend the 2023 Pathway Expo on October 26. The Expo will highlight Postsecondary Readiness available to high school students including Career and Technical Education, Concurrent Enrollment, and Work-based Learning experiences. The 2023 Pathway Expo is sponsored by DCSDโs District Accountability Committee (DAC) and the Foundation for Douglas County Schools. Register today!
Venture Academy of Leadership and Entrepreneurship (VALE) Info Nights
Thursday, November 16 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 12 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
VALE, 15653 Brookstone Drive, Parker 80134
Step inside and discover the gifts of Douglas County's latest high school, unveiled just this August.
Celebrations ๐
Board of Education ๐จ๏ธ
Next BOE Regular Meeting
Tuesday, October 10 at 5:00 p.m.
Watch live on YouTube or on Comcast Channel 54
Kellie Allen, Student Records Specialist, West Support Center, Student Data and Enrollment Services
- Valerie Bateman, District Registrar, West Support Center, Student Data and Enrollment Services
- Trevor Cadarette & Christina Contreras, Custodial Staff, Castle View High School
- Michelle Davis, Bookkeeper, Mountain Ridge Middle School
- Kirstin Freshley Richmond, Administrative Assistant, Legacy Campus, Learning Services
- Priscilla Hunt, EAIV/Severe Needs, Castle Rock Middle School, SSN
- Bri Jones, Registrar, Cherokee Trail Elementary School
- Kimberly Moore, Affective Needs Teacher, Pioneer Elementary School
- Joyce Patterson, Principal's Secretary, Pine Lane Elementary
- Christine Romanello, Student Records Specialist, Student Data and Enrollment Services, West Support Center
- Sarah Vandaveer, 4th Grade Teacher, Franktown Elementary School