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October Recap:
In October, Justin Darnell from Launch Network spoke to PHNEE about the work Launch is doing through their incubator program at Stedman Elementary. Launch is "committed to creating learning environments that are small by design, promote deeper learning, cultivate restorative culture, and serve the whole family". The program has been successful in creating far above-average academic growth for students who have historically struggled in school. Launch is hoping to expand their work across the greater Denver metro area, and they truly emphasize partnership between students, families, community, and school.
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We created our monthly, virtual EdEquity Corner in the early days of the pandemic as a way to try to maintain some community while everyone isolated at home and, also, to provide a space for neighbors to meet and discuss issues of educational equity. While recognizing the flaws of zoom as a community-building tool, during those days we found that we did, in fact, build community through our incredible guests and conversations - both as part of the program, and as part of the famous “after party.” From school board members to student activists to educators and parents, we created space for conversations that weren’t happening in other places, and we built relationships with neighbors.
However, as we settle in to this school year, the needs and capacity of the community have shifted. People are burnt out on zoom and looking for new ways to connect with one another. Our all-volunteer team feels the same way. We are deeply grateful to all of the guests who have joined our EECs in the past and are especially grateful to all of you who have joined us in conversation. We still believe in the power of these conversations and the value of building community but we need to find a different vehicle for the post-pandemic era. So, with that in mind, we have decided to suspend our virtual EdEquity Corners through the end of this calendar year while we explore other options, including in-person gatherings for the Winter / Spring. If you’d like to help us plan something, please reach out - info@phnee.org. |
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Make a Difference for Schools that Need it the Most
We believe that our Park Hill schools will thrive if we work together to build equitable learning environments for all. Since 2019, we have worked to build capacity in our community through our activities such as EdEquity Corner, monthly newsletters and blog articles, the Summer Passport Program, and One Park Hill Day. Many of you have participated in and helped fund these activities and we thank you for your support.
This year we want to continue this work and also provide resources directly to the schools. We have set an audacious goal of raising $10,000 during the 2022-23 school year so that we can provide direct grants to school principals, prioritizing the schools with limited abilities to raise funds on their own. Your contribution of any amount can help us meet this goal.
Please help our schools!
DONATE
Choose "PHNEE- One Park Hill Fund" from the dropdown menu. If you can, make a monthly donation. It might be easier on your budget and help us with planning.
Learn more about PHNEE and get involved at www.phnee.org, and sign up to join our mailing list.
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Call for Action: "One Park Hill Day" Planning
Some of you may recall One Park Hill Day from May 2019. We brought all of the neighborhood third graders together for an exciting day of breakdancing, team building, and sharing a meal. It was a great success, and we had hoped to replicate it in 2020 and 2021. Unfortunately, COVID had other plans... However, we are excited to try and bring it back this school year and we need your help! If you are interested in helping with any aspect of planning, please reach out to info@phnee.org.
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Declining Enrollment in DPS
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Superintendent defends push to close 10 schools; parents disheartened
Marrero's closure recommendations stem from a criteria developed by a committee of parents, teachers, and community members that suggested closing schools with fewer than 215 students in kindergarten or above. However, closures "hit low income communities the hardest" and are devastating to neighborhood schools.
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Do you want to learn the facts behind DPS' declining enrollment? This Chalkbeat article explores recent changes in the school-aged population, number of schools, and compares trends among charter and district-run schools.
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