Educational Resources
CDE - Colorado Department of Education
Colorado State Library
Colorado State Library a division of the Colorado Department of Education, has a huge number of literacy resources for children. Check the site and be sure to look at the bottom of the page for great listing of resources: http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdelib/childrens_literacy_resources.htm
College Prep
http://www.CollegeinColorado.org
Denver Public Library
Denver Public Schools
Educational Outreach Program (EOP) for Homeless Children
The Educational Outreach Program is a program within Denver Public Schools that is dedicated to helping students experiencing homelessness succeed in school. We provide clothing vouchers, school supplies, tutoring and after-school programs, hygiene supplies, special events, school uniforms and transportation to students.
On any given day, over 900 homeless children attend Denver Public Schools. They are living in motels, shelters, cars, doubled up with friends or family members, or on the streets. Our mission is to help provide students with educational stability while their living situation is unstable. For more information about the Educational Outreach Program please log on to http://eop.dpsk12.org.
English Language Learners
A great bilingual site for families of English Language Learners http://www.colorincolorado.org/families
ESL - English as a Second Language
Adults and parents of school-age children who are interested in improving their English Language skills are encouraged to enroll at Emily Griffith Opportunity School, the largest and oldest English as a Second Language Center in the state. Opportunity School offers English language education at all levels from no English to college bound students. The ESL program is delivered by an educated and experience staff of instructors, many of whom have been at Opportunity School for 20 or more years. To find out more or enroll today, call 720-423-4700 or go to http://www.egos-school.com.
In addition a number of Denver Public Schools offer Adult ELL Programs for those adults trying to develop their English language skills. Following is the listing of schools that have programs during 2007. Check with these plus your own neighborhood school to see if Adult ELL classes are available.
Ashley Elementary
1915 Syracuse St.
303-322-1854
Cheltenham Elementary
1580 Julian St.
303-825-3323
Columbian Elementary
2925 W. 40th Ave.
303-433-2539
Columbine Elementary
2541 E. 29th Ave.
303-388-3618
Cowell Elementary
4540 W. 10th Ave.
303-571-0617
Distance Learning
Channel 22 8:30-9:00 a.m.
720-423-6699
Dora Moore
846 Corona St.
720-424-5319
Eagleton Elementary
880 Hook St.
303-623-0181
Ellis Elementary
1651 S. Dahlia St.
303-756-8364
Emily Griffith Opportunity School
1250 Welton St.
720-423-4700
Fairmont Dual Language Academy
520 W. 3rd Ave.
303-893-1957
Fairview Elementary
2716 W. 11th Ave.
303-523-7194
Force Elementary
1550 S. Wolff St.
303-935-3595
Ford Elementary
14500 Maxwell Place
303-371-6990
Garden Place
4425 Lincoln St.
303-295-7785
Gilpin
2949 California St.
303-291-0313
Hallet Elementary
2950 Jasmine St.
303-355-7358
Harrington
2401 E. 37th Ave.
303-333-4293
Kepner/Castro
911 S. Hazel Ct.
720-424-0000
Kusmiller Middle
2250 S. Quitman Way
720-424-0200
Lake Middle
1820 Lowell Blvd.
720-424-0260
Mitchell
1350 E. 33rd Ave.
303-296-8412
Montclair Elementary
1151 Newport St.
303-333-5497
Monroe Elementary
3440 W. Virginia Ave.
303-934-5547
Rishel Middle
451 S. Tejon St.
720-424-1260
Swanwsea
4650 Columbine St.
303-296-8429
Valdez
2525 W. 29th Ave.
303-433-2581
Whiteman
451 Newport St.
303-355-7333
Whittier
2480 Downing St.
303-861-1310
GED
Emily Griffith Opportunity School offers adult basic education to assist students who are interested in obtaining a GED. Opportunity School offers preparation classes, practice tests and the official test. To find out more or enroll today, call 720-423-4700 or go to http://www.egos-school.com.
Kaleidoscope Corner
Kaleidoscope Corner is an on-site, licensed, school-age child care program serving children in grades K-5. Denver Community School established Kaleidoscope Corner to provide high quality educational, recreational and cultural opportunities for children. Kaleidoscope Corner's philosophy is to provide a creative, safe, and caring environment for children before and after the regular school day. Kaleidoscope's after school care (3:45-6:00 PM) allows children to participate in quality after school time that includes learning, play and an opportunity to try new things. After-school activities include science, art, homework, group games, and outdoor play. An afternoon snack is provided. For more information or to register for Kaleidoscope Corner log on to http://kaleidoscope.dpsk12.org.
Lights On Afterschool
Lights On Afterschool is a project of the Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to quality, affordable afterschool programs. For more information about Lights on Afterschool log on to http://www.afterschoolalliance.org.
Summer Scholars
Summer Scholars is no longer just a summer program, Summer Scholars now also works during the academic school year to improve students' reading skills through an after-school tutoring program and an initiative to increase family literacy. By offering students at nineteen Northeast Denver elementary schools year-round instruction and services, Summer Scholars has prevented the "summer learning slide" among 100% of participating students and has improved the reading skills of 80% of participants. For more information about Summer Scholars log on to: http://www.summerscholars.org.
Tutoring
Everyday Mathematics
Everyday Mathematics Games!Students can play the same popular games from the Everyday Mathematics Program that helps you practice basic math facts, log on to http://www.emgames.com.
Whiz Kids
Whiz Kids Tutoring is a one-on-one volunteer tutoring/mentoring program focusing on elementary school age kids who live in areas which have some of the highest drop-out rates in Denver and surrounding areas. For more information about Whiz Kids log on to http://www.whizkidstutoring.com.
Vocational Training
EGOS - Emily Griffith Opportunity School
Adult Vocational/Career Training - Founded in 1916, Emily Griffith Opportunity School is a leader in vocational, career and technical education, offering certificate programs in over 40 different careers. Open to adult students of all ages, Opportunity School can begin a college career, start a new career or upgrade training in your current career. Parents and students with jobs benefit from Opportunity School's flexible schedules, welcoming learning environment and top-level instruction. To find out more or enroll today, call 720-423-4700 or go to http://www.egos-school.com.
C E C Middle College of Denver
As Denver's only comprehensive career and technical magnet school, the Career Education Center (C E C) provides students with real-life learning experiences. Any DPS high school student who wants to take full advantage of his or her career and academic options can apply on a space available basis. CEC Middle College of Denver is an exciting new way for high school students to earn academic credits toward a college associates degree while completing CEC's career program requirements. Industry-experienced professionals teach over 20 different programs, providing the hands-on training many students are looking for. For more information call: 720-423-6600 or log onto: http://www.dosomethingreal.com.
Information and Resource Centers
There are two Parent Information and Resource Centers in Colorado through a grant from the US Department of Education, Office for Innovation and Improvement.
Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition
Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition provides training and technical assistance to parents and educators and enhances their abilities to establish effective home/school partnerships in order to increase student achievement. The primary goal of the CSPC is to close the achievement gap and increase graduation rates for students who come from historically under-represented families. For more information log on to http://www.coparentcoalition.org.
Colorado Parent Information & Resource Center (CPIRC)
Colorado Parent Information & Resource Center (CPIRC) builds partnerships between schools and families to increase student achievement. For additional information log on to http://www.cpirc.org.
The Urban League of Metropolitan Denver
The Urban League of Metropolitan Denver has the primary mission of helping African American and other residents of metro Denver attain social and economic equality and self-reliance. The League is successful in providing families with effective youth programming with no or minimal cost associated. Also, the Urban League of Metropolitan Denver provides the most comprehensive listing of job opportunities throughout Metropolitan Denver. For more information about the Urban League of Metropolitan Denver log on to http://www.denverurbanleague.org.
The Robert A. Miller Educational Resource Center RAMERC
The Robert A. Miller Educational Resource Center RAMERC provides support for parents and caregivers by conducting interactive parenting workshops and classes. RAMERC also has activities and programs and provides mentoring for young adults, giving them a sense of responsibility for their education and health while teaching them Life Skills. For more information about RAMERC log on to http://www.ramerc.com.