Our DPS graduates will take many paths to pursue their dreams, and our schools prepare them for their futures.
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What does it mean to be ready for career and college?
Students who are ready for career and college understand what will be expected of them when they get to the next step in their career journey, and are prepared academically, socially and emotionally. The measurements we use to track college- and career-readiness look beyond test scores, and evaluate a student’s learning comprehension, character traits and workforce habits.
Who are we at Career and College Success (CCS)?
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Career and technical education (CTE) provides students with the academic and technical skills, knowledge and training necessary to succeed in future careers and develop skills they will use throughout their careers. CTE prepares students for the world of work by introducing them to workplace competencies, and makes academic content accessible to students by providing it in a hands-on context.
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The DPS Career and College Success Career Development Team partners with industry professionals and higher education institutions to help students explore their career identity, visualize what’s possible, chart a plan for their futures, provide hands-on experience and expand their professional networks through a full-suite of WBL experiences.
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Higher Education Academics oversees school-based academic programs meant to challenge students to reach their potential in their pursuit of college and a career. Our mission in HEA is to promote affordable and equitable access to career and college opportunities for all DPS students during their tenure in our district and beyond.
Rolling Out our New Strategic Roadmap
Denver Public Schools is proud to announce our new Strategic Roadmap. This new program allows us to support our students and continue to provide the most optimal student and adult experience for our scholars and faculty. For more information on the Strategic Roadmap and how your school is supporting the new initiatives to support our mission that Every Child Thrives, check out our website.
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Explore how you can prepare
8th Grade Career Fair
The annual DPS 8th Grade Career Fair is right around the corner! On November 20th and 21st thousands of DPS students will converge at Empower Field to speak with hundreds of industry and career professionals about their goals and interests! Please visit the 8th Grade Career Fair webpage to view a comprehensive list of all industry partners that will be in attendance!
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Check out our new magazine: DPS Career Guide
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