Empowerment and Engagement Team

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About Us

The Empowerment and Engagement team partners with Denver Public Schools parents and staff as academic champions for student success. We offer professional development trainings, parent leadership training, volunteer opportunities, district-wide engagement initiatives and more!


Our Why:

Research shows that family and community engagement significantly boosts children's academic success and well-being. While various methods exist, specific actions have the greatest impact.

The Empowerment and Engagement Team focuses on equipping Denver Public Schools parents and staff to create great schools where Every Student Thrives

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Trevon Brandhorst

Director of Community Engagement and Outreach

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Our Teams

Community Engagement (CET)

We support Denver Public Schools by fostering engagement, providing information, and partnering on district initiatives, with a focus on trust, equity, teamwork, and collaboration.

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Family and Community Engagement University (FACE U)

FACE U provides resources like tips, tools, webinars, and trainings to help families support and stay involved with their students—all just a click away!

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Family, School, Community Partnerships (FSCP)

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Volunteer Services

Denver Public Schools Volunteer Services mission is to provide resources to our Denver Public Schools Community that support the engagement of volunteers in ensuring that Every Child Succeeds.

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