DPS’s pay structure, ProComp, which offers incentives and bonuses in areas of particular concern to DPS, is a fundamental area of disagreement between the two sides. ProComp was initially negotiated in 1999, says Laura Lekowits, who was a DPS Board member at that time.
Schools/Education
Neighbors reflect on…Being a Thoughtful Consumer of SchoolChoice
Why not just rely on the School Performance Framework (SPF) to choose a school? Four neighbors representing Park Hill and Stapleton education committees sat down together to talk about that question and reflect on the upcoming SchoolChoice process.
Cordova Gets Unanimous Vote
The unanimous DPS Board vote was a testament to Susana Cordova’s presentation of herself and her values to the community.
A Place Where Kids Can Learn, Play and Just Be Kids
Lacking a natural outdoor play area, and with changing property management and increasing rents, Rachel Baumel and her husband, Dan Mitzner, co-owners of the school, decided it was time to build a place of their own.
NE Denver Middle Schools 2019
Find NE Denver middle schools with a note from the principal and dates or links to tours for SchoolChoice.
NE Denver Elementary Schools 2019
Find NE area elementary schools with a message from the principal and tour dates or link to register for tours.
Social Media: Does it Erode Democracy?
Does Social Media Enhance Democracy or Erode It?
The Case for a Real Auditorium
Can a High School with No Auditorium Be “Comprehensive?”
Dig in — and Find What Lies Behind SPF Colors
On last year’s early literacy test for first to third graders, Ashley ranked in the top ten elementary schools in the district—alongside many affluent schools with far fewer “academic gap” students.
December SUN News
The Stapleton United Neighbors (SUN) Sustainability Committee would like to wish everyone a joyful holiday season. As we approach the end of the calendar year, we are grateful for the opportunity to share some of our successes from 2018 as well as look ahead to what’s in store for 2019.
Foundation for Sustainable Urban Communities: Grants Awarded to NE Schools
Over the past year, more than $135,000 was given to Stapleton area schools by the Foundation for Sustainable Urban Communities (formerly the Stapleton Foundation).
November SUN News
One of the pillars of an extraordinary community is providing citizens with high quality educational experiences.











