The Denver Public Schools Podcast

1. DPS Transportation Guide To Printing Student QR Codes (Abigail Amane)

At the beginning of the school year, DPS Transportation launched a new app called My Ride K-12. With this app, parents receive late bus alerts, view route information and check their student’s bus location. 

Scanning on and off our buses is mandatory and students are required to have a QR code on their phone or printed ID. Due to these new requirements, DPS Tran...

Welcome to the EDUCA DPS Podcast.

In this episode, we explore the opportunities and resources available through Denver Public Schools libraries, and why school libraries remain essential spaces for learning, belonging, and community. You’ll hear how library services support students across the district through curated book collections, digital access to e-books and audiobooks, and tools that help students build critical th...

Bienvenidos al podcast de EDUCA DPS.

En este episodio, exploramos las oportunidades y los recursos disponibles en las bibliotecas de las Escuelas Públicas de Denver, y por qué las bibliotecas escolares siguen siendo espacios esenciales para el aprendizaje, la integración y la comunidad. Descubrirán cómo los servicios bibliotecarios apoyan a los estudiantes de todo el distrito a través de colecciones de libros cuidadosament...

1. Messages From Dr. Marrero and DPS in Regards to Friday, January 30th   

 Dr. Marrero sent out a message to the DPS community yesterday, where he emphasized that schools will remain open on Friday,  January 30th. DPS is committed to our students, and thanks to actions taken by the district and district leaders, schools continue to be a safe haven for students. 

Please check your email and the DPS website for the most up to date inf...

1. Search Launch for President of DPS’s Emily Griffith Technical College

As previously shared, Denver Public Schools is launching a national search to identify the next President of Emily Griffith Technical College, or EGTC, a leader who will build on the strong foundation in place and continue advancing Emily Griffith’s mission of Opportunity for All, in alignment with DPS’ vision that Every Learner Thrives.

DPS is working with a na...

In this episode of the EDUCA DPS Podcast, Javier Ibarra sits down with Albert Samora, Executive Director of Transportation for Denver Public Schools, to discuss the innovative ways DPS is improving student safety. The conversation explores new safety technology, including the My Ride K12 app and AI-powered camera systems, and how these tools are giving families greater transparency and peace of mind. Sponsored by VS America, this e...

En este episodio del podcast EDUCA DPS, Beto Gaytan conversa con Miguel Contreras, supervisor the routas del departamento de transporte de las Escuelas Públicas de Denver, para hablar sobre las formas innovadoras en que DPS está mejorando la seguridad de los estudiantes. La conversación explora las nuevas tecnologías de seguridad, incluyendo la aplicación My Ride K12 y los sistemas de cámaras con inteligencia artificial, y cómo est...

DPS 101 is the podcast version of the DPS 101 Community Leadership Course, educating the community on the inner workings of DPS departments, structures and systems. 

Each episode will feature a DPS leader reflecting on their own leadership journey and explaining their department functions.

In Episode 1, DPS Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero provides an overview of the DPS 101 Leadership Course, shares his personal s...

DPS Communications Manager Nicole Brady sits down with Theresa Connolly, Financial Literacy Curriculum Specialist for Denver Public Schools. Financial literacy is now a graduation requirement in Colorado, and DPS was instrumental in laying the groundwork. 

In this discussion, learn why a team of DPS alumni pushed for financial literacy and how DPS students are now learning everything from budgeting, to taxes, to investment...

1.Abraham Lincoln High School’s 

It was all yellow at Lincoln this past week. Literally. DPS Superintendent, and Board President Gaytan dressed in yellow and surprised Lancer students to celebrate their two-level jump on the DPS School Performance Framework, moving from Red all the way to Yellow in a single year! This milestone is a testament to the hard work of the students, staff, and families at Lincoln. Congratulations, Lancers!...

Most people know Aaron Thompson as General Counsel for Denver Public Schools.
What they don’t know? He’s also a rapper, painter, and creative at heart.

In this episode of DPS Stories, Aaron opens up about his journey—from working on DPS buses to becoming the district’s top lawyer—and how art, music, and service have shaped the way he leads. He reflects on growing up in Aurora, finding his voice through creativity, and ...

School Choice can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode of EDUCA DPS, members of the Denver Public Schools Enrollment Services team break down the School Choice process and what families should know as they prepare for the 2026–27 school year. You’ll learn why the application window is opening earlier, how enrollment zones work, and what to consider when exploring school options for your student.

Whether you’re...

El proceso de EscojoMiEscuela puede parecer complicado, pero no tiene por qué serlo.

En este episodio de EDUCA DPS, el equipo de Servicios de Inscripción de las Escuelas Públicas de Denver explica cómo funciona EscojoMiEscuela y qué deben tener en cuenta las familias al prepararse para el año escolar 2026–27. Aprenderá por qué la ventana de solicitud abre más temprano, cómo funcionan las zonas de inscripción y qué considerar al expl...

1. Let's Talk About DPS Finances - A New DPS Q&A with Our CFO 

School finances can feel confusing, and many members of the DPS community have asked great questions about how DPS manages its budget, long-term debt and voter-approved bond dollars. In this week’s DPS Q&A, Communications Manager Nicole Brady sits down with our Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chuck Carpenter, for an open conversation about where DPS funds com...

In this DPS Q&A, Denver Public Schools Chief Financial Officer Chuck Carpenter sits down with DPS Communications Manager Nicole Brady to answer community questions about school finances.

The conversation breaks down how DPS budgets work, what a “clean audit” means, and why the district carries long-term debt. Chuck explains how voter-approved bonds are used to fund school construction and improvements, how financial ov...

1 SchoolChoice 

DPS SchoolChoice Round 1 for the 2026-27 school year is now open until 4 p.m. on Jan. 20! This annual open enrollment process is for any student who wants or needs to attend a new school next year.

To apply: Visit schoolchoice.dpsk12.org/apply.

If you are applying for ECE, please head to the SchoolChoice website for more details regarding Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) application. 

2. RASA Celebrates Ribbon Cutting...

In this episode of the Marrero Moment, Superintendent Dr. Alex Marrero sits down with DPS Chief Financial Officer Chuck Carpenter for a candid, accessible, and engaging conversation about the district’s financial health.

From what it means to hold a AAA credit rating, to how school budgets are built, to the external factors impacting our financial outlook — this episode breaks down complex topics in a way that families and...