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The DCSD family gathered on Saturday, March 1 to honor some of the District's best educators, support staff members and administrators during the 2014 Apple Awards. The ceremony at the Downtown Denver Sheraton highlighted the amazing work being done across the District for Douglas County kids.
READ MORE about the winners and generous supporters.
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Special Grant Promotes Student Art Show
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In April, the 2014 Douglas County School District Art Show will be held at The Outlets at Castle Rock. Kindergarten through 12th grade work will be exhibited, shown on the Outlet's jumbo screen that parallels I-25, as well as in a 7,000 square foot tented display. Funding from the DCEF will help to form the backdrop of the reception area, creating an atmosphere like that of an "opening exhibition". Please stop by to view and support the hard work of Douglas County's young up and coming artists.
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Career Exploration Opportunities for High School Students
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Career Connect is an after-school career exploration program held in April, featuring professionals showcasing their industries to high school students. The employer-led sessions can accommodate between 10-25 students per session in the following fields: Aviation, Broadcast Operations, Chiropractic Healthcare, Construction Management, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Dentistry, Engineering, Fire & Rescue Services, Forensic Science, Geology & Environmental Studies, Healthcare, Information Technology, Law Enforcement, Military, Nursing, Real Estate Veterinary Medicine, Wind Energy, Writing...and more.
Career Connect is open to all DCSD high school students. An orientation will be held on Monday, April 7 and the employer sessions are held on weeknights throughout the month of April. Students must provide their own transportation to the sessions.
Click here for more information on participating employers and session descriptions. Registration is available on a first come, first served basis and there is a $10-25 program fee due upon registration. For more information, email the program coordinator at krista.zizzo@dcsdk12.org.
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Golf Tournament Helps to Provide Academic Scholarships
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 The 8th Annual Golf 4 Grads tournament will be held on April 25, 2014 at The Ridge at Castle Pines, a premier Tom Weiskopf-designed golf course south of Denver. Hosted by DCSD, DCEF and The Ridge at Castle Pines, proceeds benefit the Administrators Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is given yearly on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The funds are provided by the proceeds of the golf tournament, and private donations of DCSD administrators and staff.
To sponsor a hole, click here: Sponsor - School Groups Only
For more information, contact Cindy Jones at 303-387-0042 or cindy.jones@dcsdk12.org.
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Spring Fundraiser and Concession Rental Information
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 With the start of nice weather we all begin thinking of Spring Fundraising and Community Events. Please remember our great partnership with Arapahoe Rental, which allows all District connected participants to receive a 20% discount on any item Arapahoe rents. That means ANY ITEM!! Not just popcorn or cotton candy machines, but any item you need to make your event successful. Arapahoe Rental also carries all the foodstuffs you may need for your special occasion - making Arapahoe Rental a "one-stop-shop" for your special events. See Arapahoe Rental Information. Call them at 303-798-1328 or go to ARAPAHOERENTAL.COM for more information. |
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The Douglas County Educational Foundation (DCEF) was established to develop private resources to enrich education within Douglas County Schools for the fulfillment of lifelong learning experiences of our students, citizens and community.
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Save the Dates for
UPCOMING DCSD
COMMUNITY EVENTS!
Wed., Mar 19 at 7 pm
Denver Nuggets
Appreciation Night
Thurs., March 27 at 7 pm
Colorado Avalanche
Appreciation Night
Sat., May 3 at 6 pm
Colorado Rapids
Appreciation Night
Sun., May 18 at 2 pm
Colorado Rockies
Community Night
Fri., May 30 at 7:30 pm
Denver Outlaws
Community Night
Friday - Sunday
May 30 - June 1
Elitch Gardens
Community Days
For more information and to order tickets, visit our website:
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THE #1 FUNDRAISING
CATALOG - PRODUCTS YOUR PARENTS WANT TO BUY!
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SAFETY - DCSD'S NUMBER ONE PRIORITY
We know that before creating an environment conducive to learning, our students and staff must feel safe and secure. Our Safety & Security team has created a comprehensive and innovative plan, consisting of many layers designed to protect our children and to respond in the event of an imminent threat to one of our schools or facilities. READ MORE...
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