eDCSD Online Middle School Update

April 30, 2025

Quarter 4 Week 6

Tomorrow is the first day of May and the beginning of the last month of school. All regular work for this quarter is due on Tuesday, May 20th. Final exams are Wednesday through Friday May 21 - 23. May 23rd is the last student day of the school year. We have many fun activities coming up to finish the school year so please read details below about end of year events.

25 - 26 Registration Information

K-8, eSTAR, and Base students will complete Express Check-In through their neighborhood school. eDCSD will not be doing express check in. Since the neighborhood school is the Primary Line of Enrollment, they will be accepting all new information for 25/26 (address, email, telephone number changes, etc).

For Summit students, eDCSD will send out more information regarding registration over the summer.

Enrollment Information for 2025 - 2026

If you are enrolled with eDCSD and plan to remain enrolled for the 2025 - 2026 school year, you will automatically be rolled up to the next grade level. There is no need to reapply.

If you plan for child to attend a different school next year, please fill out this Intent to Withdraw Form.

If you are currently attending Part-Time, please see your counselor at your primary school to discuss options for part-time enrollment next year.

For Full-Time students, visit the eDCSD Course Selection Site to learn how to view course guides and make requests in Infinite Campus .

Counselors will reach out to work with students to create schedules for students who will be returning next year.

Field Day 2025

We are excited to be celebrating the end of the year with a Camp Themed Field Day on Wednesday, May 7. If your student would like to join us please use The Field Day Sign Up Form so that we can plan accordingly. Field day will be at John Derry Park at 312 Inverness Dr, Englewood, CO 80112. Please respond by April 16th at 12:00pm.

Important Dates

Wednesday, May 7: Field Day
Wednesday, May 14: Middle School Awards 9 - 10 AM
Wednesday, May 14: Middle School Blended 9 - 12:30
Wednesday, May 21: Middle School Blended 9 - 12:30
Wednesday, May 21: MS Spirit Day - Hawaiian/Beach Day

Middle School Weekly Schedule

Monday: Virtual Class Schedule

Tuesday: Independent Work Day

Wednesday:Blended Learning 9 AM - 12:30 PM

Thursday: Virtual Class Schedule

Friday: Independent Work Day

Blended Learning

Blended Learning for Middle School occurs each Wednesday from 9 AM - 12:30 PM while school is in session. It is held at 373 Inverness Parkway Suite 207, Englewood, CO 80112.

While at Blended, students will participate in projects and activities to support relationships between the teachers and students as well as peer connections. In addition, all staff including administrators, counselors, tech support, school psychologist, learning coach, learning specialist, and office staff are available to support students with any questions or needs.

Student Award Cereomony

We will be celebrating our student's achievements in our end of year student award ceremonies. Our Middle School Awards Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 14th. Parents will receive an email this week if their student is receiving an award.

School Computer Return

If you have checked out a computer from eDCSD for the school year, they must be returned by the end of the school year for updates and cleaning. The computer return schedule is listed below:

K-11 Drop Off:

Thursday, May 22: 8 AM - 3 PM

Wednesday, May 28: 8 AM - 3 PM

Thursday, May 29: 8 AM - 3 PM

Monday, June 2: 8 AM - 3 PM

Tuesday, June 3: 8 AM - 3 PM

Wednesday, June 4: 8 AM - 3 PM

Senior Drop Off:

Thursday, May 8: 8 AM - 3 PM

Tuesday, May 13: 8 AM - 3 PM

Wednesday, May 14: 8 AM - 3 PM

EF Tours Trip to Italy

Don’t miss out! Our culture and cuisine exploration of ITALY in Summer 2026 is going to be an amazing adventure—and I want your child there with us. If you missed the meeting and are interested in going, please reach out to Ms.Beram jberam@dcsdk12.org

Part-Time Applications for 25/26

Applications for part-time enrollment at eDCSD for the 2025-2026 school year are now being accepted. Please see your counselor at your primary school of attendance to submit an application.

D&D Club Information

Looking for Adventurers! Mr. Moran is looking to start a D&D club after the winter break on Fridays! See the flyer for more info! If you’re interested in joining, please fill out this link and he will get in contact with you in January!

Parent Canvas Accounts

Please use THIS link to access the Canvas Parent Login Page.

eDCSD parents who are new to Canvas, below are directions on how to create your account. You will begin by generating a Pairing Code from your student’s account and then you will use this code to create your own account.

Click HERE to view a video on how to set up your parent Canvas account. Or you can click HERE for written instructions.

eDCSD Weather Policy

Blended Days: If there is a delay, blended learning will be canceled but teachers will be available for virtual help sessions. If there is a closure, school will be closed and staff will not be available.

Virtual Class Days: If there is a delay, classes will run as normal. No delay will be followed. If there is a closure, school will be closed and staff will not be available.

Independent Work Days: If there is a delay, staff will be available as normal. If there is a closure, school is closed and staff will not be available.

Assignment and Workload: If there is a single closure day in a week, no adjustments will be made to assignments. If there is more than one closure day within a week, teachers will post adjustments to assignments. Students may continue to access their courses and work on assignments any day even if there is a closure or delay.

eDCSD Website

Course Guides

eDCSD School Calendar

Staff Directory

School Meals

On Blended Learning days, students may get a free school lunch from Nutrition Services. If students would prefer, they may bring their own lunch or snack.

Reminder about Blended Learning and Virtual Classes

Please keep in mind that Blended Learning and Virtual Class attendance is required at the Middle School level. Full Time Students must attend our face to face meetings on Wednesdays from 9 am - 12:30 pm and attend their scheduled virtual class times on Monday and Thursday. This is an essential part of our programming with students and we will be following up with families whose students are not attending.

Laptop Checkout

If you are in need of a school-issued laptop computer for the 24/25 school year, you may check one out in our office Monday - Thursday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM.

Please be prepared to pay the computer deposit fee of $100 by credit card or check.

If you have any questions about computer devices contact Sally Garrett at sgarrett@dcsdk12.org or call 303-387-9604.

Contact Information

Front Office: 303-387-9600

Attendance: Sally Garrett 303-387-9604

Technology Support: Kristina Blomquist 303-387-9745 ~ kblomquist @dcsdk12.org

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Friday: By phone, email, or appointment.

If you need assistance, please call 303-387-9600

Counselor Information

If you need support from your school counselor, please reach out to Jenny Alsup for Grades K-8 at jdalsup@dcsdk12.org

Technology Support

If you are experiencing technology issues and need support beyond what your student's classroom teacher can provide, please contact Mrs. Blomquist at kblomquist@dcsdk12.org

Learning Coach Appointments

Mrs. Julie will be supporting students with planning, time management, and motivation. If you would like to make an appointment with her, please email jwagnon@dcsdk12.org.