DSST: Aurora Science & Tech Middle School
It's almost Election Day! Learn why DSST votes, and more!
10/26/23, 9:25 AM
Why DSST Votes:
Voting represents a powerful opportunity to ensure your voice reverberates through the halls of decision-making. The ballot is teeming with critical issues that directly impact our community this election season. The decisions made in this election will shape the future of our education system, influencing aspects such as school safety, budget allocation and more. Click here to read more on why DSST votes.
Network Highlights:
Meet Amelia Federico, DSST: Cedar alum paving the way for queer, Latine youth
- In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we connected with DSST alum, Amelia Federico, to celebrate and highlight their talents, skills and wonderful contributions to the Hispanic community. Read the full Q&A.
DSST robotics team learning valuable life skills while building on winning tech ways
- The Montview High School robotics team (a.k.a Brute Force) was recently featured in Central Park EdNews after they took two of the top four places in the Kendrick Castillo Memorial Tournament. The competition included schools up and down the Front Range, Wyoming, Utah and New Hampshire. Check out the full article here!
In case you missed it
- Anna Ellis, the newest Manager of College Success at DSST: Conservatory Green High School in northeast Denver. Her vast experience has led her to want a role in a college success program equipped with robust systems to bridge gaps for historically underserved students. Read more.
- Our seniors celebrated Colorado Free App Day on Wednesday. They collectively submitted 2,500+ college applications. Check out some fun photos here!
Resources & Reminders
The Fall Family Survey is open now through Nov. 3! Please take 5 minutes to give us your input. Every family who fills out every question, including the comments, and provides their contact information will be entered to win two Broncos tickets for the game on Nov. 26 against the Cleveland Browns! We will draw the name of our winner and notify them by Friday, Nov. 10. Click here to take the survey.
There will be an At-Large DPS Candidate Forum at DSST: College View on Thursday, November 2 from 5 tp 6:30 p.m. The evening will include a meet-and-greet with the candidates followed by a student-led and moderated forum. Register or learn more here.
Teen Intervene is an evidence-based brief intervention designed to help young people who are beginning to struggle with alcohol and/or drugs. This resource is designed expressly for young people ages 12-19 who display the early stages of substance use problems. Learn more here.
Important DSST Dates
- November 20 - 24: Thanksgiving break
- November 27: No school for students
- December 18 - January 1: Winter break
- January 2: No school for students
- January 15: MLK Day Holiday
Donate to DSST
If you would like to learn more about opportunities to give, reach out to info-development@scienceandtech.org or at (303) 802-4117.
