Transform Education Now (TEN)

Community Identifies Need

In March, 2020 Denver Public School families faced the daunting task of supporting their children with the launch of remote learning, given the closure of schools and disruptions brought on by the COVID 19 outbreak in Colorado.  Parents reported feeling stressed and overwhelmed at the challenges of supporting students during this unprecedented time.

Partner Response

TEN is a team of community organizers committed to ensuring every child has access to a high-quality education. In this video, TEN leaders and parents illustrate how they are working to support one another and ensure every student receives the tools they need to learn during the COVID 19 pandemic.  

Impact

TEN has emerged as a voice for families seeking to overcome inequities in the public schools, and has provided many resources online during the pandemic. These efforts have garnered coverage on CBS 4: Transform Education Now Helps Support Parents, Children During Remote Learning and Organization Asks Denver Public Schools To Help Parents As Summer Camps Are Canceled

DPS Graduation Rates: Progress Worth Celebrating, Work Worth Continuing

Graduation rates across Denver Public Schools (DPS) are rising, reflecting collective effort and momentum. More young people are crossing the stage, diplomas in hand, ready to take their next steps.  For the fourth consecutive year, DPS has set a new high mark for four-year graduation rates. The Class of 2025’s four-year graduation rate rose by 2 percentage points, reaching an all-time high of 81.9%.  The five-year graduation rate increased by 0.8% to 83.7%, and the six-year graduation rate improved by

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