CAREER DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Career and College Success
DPS Mission
Educational equity is our collective responsibility. We prepare students for career, college and life. We create conditions and partnerships where students, families and team members belong and thrive.
CCS Vision
Every student in DPS will receive tangible support, opportunities and resources throughout their time in DPS for individual exploration and discovery, career exploration, and academic and career planning.
From Superintendent - DPS Commitment to Career Development Opportunities
Dear Members of the DPS Community,
It is my pleasure to share with you the 2023-24 Career Development Team Annual Report. Proudly, DPS has the largest known K-12 work-based learning programming across the United States and, last school year, can boast that nearly 15,000 elementary, middle, and high school experiences were completed by our diverse student population, an increase of over 3,000 from the previous year.
We are deeply invested in setting up our students for a successful and fulfilling future. To achieve this, we believe that we must expose our scholars to meaningful career development opportunities throughout their time in DPS. Our full suite of programs helps students explore their career identity, see the relevance of what they’re learning in the classroom, build a professional network, and develop a post-secondary plan that aligns with their passions. Furthermore, our workforce efforts are positively impacting student attendance, graduation rates, and matriculation to college; and are known to be a youth violence prevention strategy .
The Career Development Team is committed to providing equitable programming and prioritizing underserved populations to eliminate persistent educational and economic gaps. We thank you for your continued support and collaboration as we expand our efforts and ensure Every Learner Thrives .
In
collaboration,
Dr. Alex Marrero Denver Public Schools Superintendent
Work-Based Learning Continuum
Career and College Success Model
Industry Partner Engagement Opportunities
Spark Elementary and Middle School Industry Introduction Program
Introduce your industry to students through interactive exploration events, workshops and virtual learning sessions
Kindergarten - 8th
CAREER EXPLORATION
Learning about work
Xplore Industry Exploration Program
Chat Virtual Exploration Program
Coach Mentorship Program
Provide exposure to your industry through virtual/in-person company site visits and tours to help students learn about careers in a particular industry .
Share your story while answering questions about your occupation, company and industry through a live streaming 45 minute session .
Mentors are paired 1:1 with students and offer guidance in career and educational planning as part of a facilitated group. Sessions are in-person .
9th - 12th
9th - 10th
7th and 10th
CAREER PREPARATION
Learning at work
Launch Internship Program
CAREER TRAINING
Learning through work
Denver Youth Employment Program
Apprenticeship Program In Partnership with CareerWise Colorado
Help young professionals become fully immersed in your industry and build their career and college portfolios through skills-based internships. Available as virtual, hybrid or in-person.
Provide youth access to career exposure and the opportunity to further their passions and goals through foundational work experiences at your organization.
Grow your talent through our innovative apprenticeship system. Students work at your company while taking college and high school classes and gain industry experience.
10th - 12th
14 - 21 yrs
Begins in 11th or 12th, 2-3 year commitment
Spark (Elementary) students engaged in a career-focused activity.
2023-2024 Overall Work-Based Learning Program Data
7
14,998
9,852
WORK-BASED LEARNING PROGRAMS TOTAL STUDENTS IMPACTED
350 COMPANY PARTNERS
159 TOTAL NUMBER OF STUDENT CONTACTS INDIVIDUAL PARTNERS
Overall WBL Program Data
Work Based Learning Enrollments
63,457
ALL-TIME WBL TOTAL STUDENT CONTACTS
Career Exploration
Spark Elementary
Primarily classroom-based, Spark Elementary inspires students to explore their career personality types and learn about career options.
3,322 Unique Enrollments
5,469 Total Enrollments
89 Events
Learning About Work
Spark Middle School
Through industry introductory tours and career events, Spark Middle School offers exposure to professional work environments and inspires students to pursue high-demand, high-wage careers they may never have considered prior to participating.
2,520 Unique Enrollments
4,135 Total Enrollments
149 Events
Spark Elementary students petting a kitten.
Students in the Renewable Energy Academy test electric circuits.
Career Exploration
Coach student in battery lab at CU Boulder.
Learning About Work
Chat
The Chat program highlights the career journeys of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ professionals from across the nation. Engaging in authentic conversations with students, professionals share how they have created a sense of belonging in the workforce and celebrated career successes and addressed challenges.
148 Unique Enrollments
219 Total Enrollments
14 Events
Xplore
Xplore offers industry exploration tours that help high school students make informed career choices, build professional relationships within their chosen field and prepare for rewarding careers.
2,728 Unique Enrollments
3,873 Total Enrollments
182 Events
Student looking through microscope during an Xplore event.
Mentoring and Internships
Coach mentor and mentee posing at the final Coach session.
Launch
Internship
Learning At Work
Coach Mentoring
Coach Mentoring is a year-long program that matches middle and high school students with industry professionals who help support them in envisioning and planning their career and postsecondary journey.
289 Unique Enrollments
N/A
Total Enrollments
82% Completion Rate
The Launch Internship Program is a professional internship program where students gain first-hand experiences in high interest careers. High school students develop skills and gain valuable experience in internships aligned with District industry clusters.
413 Unique Enrollments
481 Total Enrollments
90% Completion Rate
Denver Dumb Friends League intern pictured with vet clinic cat.
Apprenticeships
Youth Apprenticeship
The Youth Apprenticeship program, offered" in partnership with CareerWise Colorado, is a twoto three-year program that provides high school students the opportunity to receive on-the-job training for a high-demand career as an employee of a company.
26 Unique Enrollments
N/A Total Enrollments
19 Partners
Learning Through Work
Students participate in the first annual Job Readiness Conference sponsored by DPS.
DPS student participating in an internship at Sean Slater Insurance Company.
How Your Support Changes Student Lives
Learning About Careers
of students reported learning about new careers as a result of our WBL programs .
were inspired to pursue the careers featured during WBL programming
of students who participated in WBL wanted more information about how to prepare for the careers presented.
I learned today how to strive through life and work hard in school.
I discovered that there are probably more jobs that are suitable for me than I ever thought of.
Making Academics Relevant
reported they were more motivated to excel in school following participation in WBL
of Launch Internship Program students reported using higher level math, reading and/or writing skills during their internship than those they use in school.
Spark Elementary
Spark (Middle School)
Elementary student engages with Federal Wildlife Officer (FWO) during a classroom event.
Boys interact with healthcare professionals at Men in Nursing Spark event.
Social Capital
70%
26%
of students who participated in the Coach and Launch Programs reported increasing their professional network by as many as four adults as a result of the program .
My favorite part was learning about how women can do jobs that most men talk down on them doing.
Having
a [mentor] gave me a better insight into how I could put my goals forward and actually execute them into a concrete plan.
Program Excellence
82% 86%
of WBL students rated the programs they participated in as excellent to very good . increased their network by five adults or more!
Coach
of WBL students would recommend the program they participated in to a fellow student
Xplore
DPS graduate and School of Mines college student, Yesenia Gallegos, speaks to students at the Women at Work event.
Coach students and mentors at final Coach event.
Influencing Future Outcomes
• Spark Middle School participants have an average GPA of 2.7 and attendance at 89% as compared to District peers at 2.61 and 88%
• Between 2016-23, Coach and Launch participants graduated high school at higher rates than the district average, including students who graduated on-time and in five years.
• Coach Graduation Rate - 83.76%
• Launch Graduation Rate - 90.89%
• [District - 77.29%]
• Coach and Launch students also outpaced their DPS peers in college matriculation.
Participating in the Coach Mentoring Program was beneficial because I got to learn more about what happens after high school and learn more about careers I’m interested in and haven’t heard of.
Coach
Students visiting CU Boulder's Sustainability Summit.
Partner Data
Partner Survey Data
Launch Internship Program student and supervisor at Denver Afterschool Alliance.
Nursing event.
Meaningful Connections
96%
of our partners believe DPS WBL programs offer an opportunity to engage with students in a meaningful way
Preparing the Future Workforce
81% of partners believe WBL is a viable way to prepare future employees .
86% of Launch partners reported their intern was productive by the second week of the internship.
Employee Engagement
91% of partners are proud to work for a company that gives back through WBL programs like those offered by DPS.
89% hope their company will continue to participate in DPS WBL programs .
High Praise
94% of intern supervisors reported students were quickly able to adapt to a professional work environment .
DPS students interact with professionals at the Men in
Arts Street intern posing in front of artwork.
What Our Partners Say
“We love any chance to engage with students about careers. Even though generating excitement in middle school about a future job in water is certainly not the top of their wish list, [raising] awareness is what it’s all about.”
- Spark
“I love working with engaged and curious students! I also liked the idea of having mentoring groups with multiple students and mentors. This is some of the most meaningful volunteering I’ve gotten to do. ”
- Coach
“My favorite part about this event was working with the students and seeing the creative questions they came up with! It’s very fulfilling to be able to interact with the community and our future voters! ”
- Spark
“Working with our interns makes work fun and although it is very hands-on, they remind us of why we do it and how fun our work is.”
- Launch
“The thing I enjoyed most about being a [mentor] was getting to engage with someone on the cusp of getting ready to begin a new life chapter and being a point of reference and assistance as they get ready to transition. ”
- Coach
“10/10! This was an amazing experience and I am humbled to be working with such passionate, talented, creative youth. Being a supervisor taught me a lot about leadership.. and allowed me the opportunity to view my role and the work my company does in a new light.”
- Launch
I enjoyed building a connection with my students and helping them find their own path to success.
- Coach
Student Stories
Sparking Passion in Our Youngest Students
In 2023-24, students in fourth and fifth grade at Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy participated in several Spark Elementary experiences. During the series of activities provided by Spark staff, the fifth graders got to explore the flight attendant career. They played a cooperative game called Flight Attendant Frenzy to get a feel for what sorts of problems might arise on a flight and how the flight attendant team can work together to solve them.
A counselor at Kunsmiller had this to say about one of the students who participated in the activity:
Student shows excitement about careers he is discovering through the Spark (Elementary) Program.
"Today I witnessed a student who normally struggles with engagement and focus jump right into an activity with excitement and interest and it completely stopped me in my tracks. His teacher and I were both so excited to see his passion ignite when typically we struggle to get him involved with the class. Today reminded me how important it is to continue to try new things and expose our students to different ways of learning, because we may discover what will pull them in or excite them through the unexpected."
Igniting Career Aspirations
Ivan Hermosillo participated in several Spark Middle School events but the one that really grabbed his attention was the visit to the Denver Police Department which featured the work of the SWAT team. He had this to say about his experience:
“I really liked the training that the SWAT team put us through. I was planning to study computer system analysis, but now that we did the SWAT field trip I might want to study that.”
Ivan also said the Spark Program motivated him to do better in school.
“I used to have a lot of missing assignments, but I’ve been keeping up with my work so that I can go on these field trips. The trips have all been really fun with the activities that they have us do.”
Students engage in physical training at the Denver SWAT Team event.
Students from West High School visit Tepeyac Community Health Center during an Xplore event.
Discovering Future Opportunities
Denver West High School students had the opportunity to visit the Tepeyac Community Health Center as part of the Xplore Program . Students had the chance to learn about this unique health center’s work for the community providing services ranging from physical and behavioral health to dental and pediatric services. Students were invited to ask the nurses, doctors, and staff questions about their career paths and their experiences working in the healthcare field. Students also learned how to take blood pressure and took a tour of the facility. After our visit, many students found themselves excited to pursue a career in the medical field and hoped to work at the health center in the future.
.Mentoring Taken to the Next Level
Aide Ramos, a senior at CEC.. was matched with Coach Mentor Jim Lucchesi, an Information Security Architect in the DPS Department of Technology Services. Together, they delved into Aide’s career and educational interests, focusing on cybersecurity. With Aide’s strong passion for the field, Jim arranged an internship that reinforced her enthusiasm and commitment to a career in cybersecurity. After completing the Coach Program, Aide reported having a clearer understanding of her career goals and opportunities, as well as increased confidence in pursuing a career in cybersecurity and technology.
Aide and her parents at the DPS Partnership Breakfast.
Growing Our Own: DPS Technology Apprentice
Cruz Rivera, a student from West High School, started as an intern with the DPS Department of Technology Services (DoTS). He participated in the internship several times and then continued with the apprenticeship program when DoTS expanded its engagement in work-based learning to include this opportunity. As he enters his second year as an apprentice, Cruz has taken on a leadership role as a mentor for younger students participating in the internship program. Cruz graduated in May 2024 and received a full-ride scholarship to the University of Denver. He is taking a gap year to complete his apprenticeship and will attend college starting in the fall of 2025 .
Student participates in hands-on learning at Hair Works internship.
Bringing Relevance to Academics
Sirius “Siri” Connally, a 12th grader at Northeast Early College, completed her internship at Hairworks, a long-standing hair salon in the Denver community, where her passion for cosmetology flourished. Having previously styled her own and family members’ hair, Siri chose Hairworks to gain formal training and experience in professional hair care techniques and entrepreneurship .
One of Siri’s greatest areas of learning was working with various hair textures and the products that work best for different hair types and textures. With the guidance of her supervisor and owner of Hairworks, Tracy Moore, she applied mathematical and science skills to innovatively approach this new area and thrived in her role. Siri also excelled in customer service, quickly becoming a favorite among clients who appreciated her bright and youthful energy; returning clients even requested her personally. Her experience at Hairworks inspired her to take a leap of faith in her own entrepreneurial journey and start a side business braiding hair, a passion she plans to continue while pursuing a college degree in psychology with a minor in education.
Photo of Cruz Rivera, DoTS apprentice.
Innovation & Expansion
Spark Middle School Career Exploration Course
Building on the success of the pilot year, the Spark Career Course was expanded to two middle schools in the 2023-24 school year.
The course, designed to help students explore their strengths and interests while connecting them to real-world careers, was well-received. At one of the participating schools, the course’s impact was so positive that the school is now planning to offer it to all eighth-grade students moving forward, affirming the value it brings to students.
As we look ahead, the Spark team remains committed to expanding the course to a total of three schools in the 2024-25 school year, as initially planned. Additionally, we will continue to refine the course by enhancing its alignment with core academic standards and Career and Technical Education (CTE) standards to further integrate career exploration into students’ educational journeys.
Pathway Schools Initiative
DPS has 17 pathway, or alternative, high schools designed to provide support to students who thrive in smaller learning environments and would benefit from accelerated academics. Oftentimes, extra-curricular activities are limited in these settings; however, in the spring of 2024, the Career Development Team broadened its reach to include these schools in our work-based learning programs. Our efforts resulted in 15 career exploration and guest speaking events, six work readiness workshops and several internship opportunities . This initiative aligns with our ongoing efforts to provide equitable student access to all of our WBL programming and will continue to grow.
Spark (Elementary) students pose with school staff.
Denver Zoo intern poses with his supervisor.
Launch student walks her peers through Gensler, an architecture and interior design company.
Build Your Own (BYO) Internship
While we serve an average of 500 students per year through our Launch Internship Program, it was important to develop an opportunity for more students to benefit from a meaningful, structured internship experience. The Build Your Own (BYO) Internship is a new innovation designed to empower students to take control of their learning and career development by allowing them to create their own internship experiences. By bridging the gap between classroom learning and the real world, BYO equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for a successful transition into the workforce. BYO internships are now an option for students across the district and were completed by 27 students in the pilot year.
Denver Youth Employment Program (DYEP)
In July 2024, DYEP joined the Career Development Team to round out our suite of services to DPS youth . In partnership with the City of Denver, DYEP offers 14 to 21-year-olds access to workforce development, career exposure, and opportunities to further their individual passions and goals through foundational work experience opportunities with local organizations, businesses and other high-growth industries. Program staff offer wrap-around services including financial literacy, job readiness training, and independent banking skills. As this important partnership continues in the years to come, we anticipate serving more Denver youth and engaging with new City agencies to enhance youth opportunities.
Two DYEP interns proudly represent the 20th Street Recreation Center.
Career Pathways Innovation (CPI) Grant
Through the support of a private, local funder, we are thrilled to announce that we have received a three-year, $1.9 million grant to enhance and expand our work-based learning programs, especially for underserved populations. Our goal is to create a more tightly integrated sequence of K-12 workbased learning experiences that build upon one another and provide students with meaningful opportunities across the age continuum that propel them toward a range of highopportunity careers that are aligned with their interests and strengths. A particular highlight is that this funding will support new staff and resources for our Spark Elementary Program enabling us to start career development work earlier with students across the district.
The Mentor Collaborative
In an effort to extend our reach to more youth beyond the direct services provided through the Coach Mentoring Program, we designed the Mentor Collaborative to partner with existing mentoring organizations that are currently serving DPS students. We partner with them to support the integration of career exploration and college and career planning within their existing services. In 2023-24, we entered our first year of partnership with Heart and Hand, a local, community-based organization focused on creating a nurturing environment and supporting career and college readiness for high school students. The success of this partnership demonstrated how collaboration between DPS and the community can create a more meaningful and impactful experience for students. We look forward to partnering with more organizations and serving more youth with career mentorship in the years to come.
Renewable Energy Academy student at Jack's Solar Garden.
Multi-Year & Significant Contributors
Our Multi-Year and Significant Contributors
Without the $532,000 in contributions from our partners, the quality and breadth of programming offered to students by the Career Development Team would not be possible. Several companies supported various WBL programs through their generous contributions or grants. In addition, 29 industry partners contributed nearly $80,000 to offset the cost of student fellowship awards.
PRIVATE FUNDER
* Please also refer to the Appendix (page 32) for a complete list of participating partners and donors.
Optimistic Closure
Mutual Admiration
Following an Xplore event at Automotive Evolution, one of the students remarked, “I’m looking into the NAPA Auto apprenticeship [they spoke about during today’s event]. Do you know today was the first time my dad told me he was proud of me? Because I finally feel like I have a plan and purpose . ”
Our Automotive Evolution partner, Dustin Olde, remarked, “I spent many years prior to my automotive career teaching what we called, at the time, ‘at-risk youth’. Those jobs were the toughest I ever did and I have nothing but admiration for all of you who are helping these young people find a path to success. You truly exemplify the strength we need in our communities and schools.”
Our Work In Real Time
As a North High School senior, Aden juggles a busy scheduleworking about 20 hours a week, managing school responsibilities, and preparing for college applications. Aden appreciates the flexibility DPS offers and the supportive nature of the team.
“One reason I love working at DPS is the understanding and community that goes into the team,” said Aden.
Aden first learned about the program through his graphic design teacher and followed up with a counselor for more information. After applying through CareerWise and interviewing for the DPS Graphic Design Apprentice position, Aden joined the team. During Aden’s time at DPS, he has worked on various projects, from designing logos to contributing to district reports. One of his favorite projects has been working on projects for the Sustainability team, showcasing his growth in skills and knowledge within graphic design. His work is inspired by his passion for graphic design and a clear vision for his future.
of Aden Trujillo, DPS Communications Apprentice
“I plan to go to college and major in Graphic Design and minor in Video Design/Editing, then after college I really want to get a job as a graphic designer with a well-known company. The apprenticeship program has really helped me to get the knowledge I need to become a graphic designer,” he said.
Photo
Automotive Evolution Partner, Dustin Olde, speaking in auto shop.
Appendix
Below is the list of our valued partners and the programs they participated in during the 2023-2024 school year. Those partners marked with an asterisk also donated to the Launch Internship Program. Companies who participated in the Apprenticeship Program were recruited, trained and supported by our partner, CareerWise Colorado. We thank each and every partner who contributed to the success of our programs and ultimately, our students
4G Automotive and Transmissions Launch
*Access Mode Launch Spark (Elementary)
Access Opportunity Xplore
Ad Co Academy Xplore
Adam Hilliard Coach
Adella Arredondo Coach
African American Trade Association (AATA) Launch Xplore
Alejandra Nevarez Coach
Alexis Porter Coach
Alicia Saxe Coach
Allison Johnson Coach
Alycia Campbell Coach
Amanda Pond CoachAmbar Suero Coach
Amber Watts Coach
American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) of Colorado Spark (Middle School)
American Institute of Architects Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Ami Haas Coach
Amy Engel Coach
Amy Wruszek Coach
Anataly Uribe Coach
Angelina Callis Chat
ANM Coach
Anna Huey Coach
Antonia Pieracci Coach
Arapahoe Community College Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Aren’t You Worth It Therapeutic Massage LLC & Apothecary Tinctures and Teas Xplore
Ariel Weissman Coach
Art Garage (Park Hill) Launch
Art Students League of Denver Spark (Middle School)
Arts Street Launch
Ashish Sedai Coach
*AtkinsRealis Launch
Atom Computing Xplore
Austin Collins Coach
Avalon Motorsports/ Urban Autocare Spark (Middle School)
Aveda Institute of Denver Spark (Middle School)
Barbara Jedrzejek Coach
be well
LaunchBear Creek Lake Park
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Beck Group Spark (Elementary)
Benjamin Hudgens Coach
Biker Jim’s Gourmet Dogs Xplore
BlocPower Spark (Elementary)
Blue Mesa Electric Launch
Branch Automotive Xplore
BraTek Engineering & Manufacturing Xplore
Brian Rogers Chat
Brinkmann Constructors Spark (Elementary)
Brittney Warga Coach
Building Owners and Managers Assocation (BOMA) Xplore
Cannon Design Spark (Elementary)
Canvas Credit Union Xplore
CareerWise Colorado Apprenticeship
Carly Saveraid Coach
Casey Davis Coach
Cassandra Cordova Coach
Catherine Jackson Coach
CBRE Spark (Middle School)
Charles Gilford III Chat
Cherry Creek State Park Spark (Elementary)
Children’s Farms in Action Launch
Children’s Hospital Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Christina Metcalf Coach
Christopher Burke Coach
Christopher Lee Coach
Christopher Nery Coach Cisco Coach
City and County of DenverAnimal Shelter (Vet) Launch
City and County of DenverDenver Animal Protection Spark (Elementary) United Airlines
City and County of DenverDenver Fire Department Spark (Elementary) Xcel Energy
City and County of DenverDenver Economic Development and Opportunity CSU Spur
City and County of DenverOffice of Clerk and Recorder Launch City Year Inc Xplore Facilities
Claudia Quiroz Coach
Clear Comfort Spark (Elementary)
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Launch Spark (Middle School)
Clinica Tepeyac Xplore
College Renaissance CorpsColorado Xplore
Colorado Black Health Collaborative Launch
Colorado Council of Black Nurses Spark (Middle School)
Colorado Democratic Party Launch
Colorado Department of Transportation Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Colorado Education Initiative Chat
Colorado Education Initiative Chat
Colorado Public Radio Spark (Elementary)
Colorado Public Radio Spark (Middle School)
Colorado Rockies Spark (Middle School)Colorado State University (CSU) - Spur Campus Spark (Elementary)
Colorado State University (CSU) - Spur Campus Spark (Middle School)
Colorado State University (CSU) - Spur Campus Xplore
Colorado Technology Association Chat
Colorado Youth Mariachi Spark (Middle School)
Community College of Aurora Spark (Middle School)
Community Outreach Service Center Launch
*Confluence Center Launch
Connor Blessing Coach
*Construction Education Foundation Launch Xplore
Consumption Literacy Project Launch
Corafaye’s Cafe Launch
Cornerstone of Career Readiness Xplore
Cortney Price Coach
Courtney Swearingen Coach
Craig Hospital Apprenticeship
CREW Denver Spark (Middle School)
*CSU Spur-College of Agricultural Sciences Semilla Project Launch
CSU Spur- Drone Aviation Program Launch
*CSU Spur-Educational Exhibits & Activities Launch
CSU Spur-Food Innovation Center Launch
*CSU Spur-IT Department Launch
*CSU Spur-Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center Launch
*CSU Spur-Music Lab Launch
*CSU Spur-Soil, Water, and Plant Testing Lab Launch
CSU Spur-Virtual Engagement Department Launch
Cyberbit Spark (Elementary)
Cynthia Stadd Coach
Dale Ary Coach
Danielle Parsons Coach
Danielle Trujillo Coach
Dante Alzamora Coach
Darion Mayhorn Coach
Darryl Searuggs Coach
David Collins Coach
Davis Partnership Architects Spark (Middle School)
DCI Engineers Spark (Elementary)
Deeneen Jelks Coach
Deidra Smith Coach
Delano Duncan Coach
Delia Greth Coach
Denver 9-1-1 Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
*Denver After-School Alliance (DAA) Launch
Denver Art Museum Spark (Middle School)
Denver Art Museum Xplore
Denver Botanic Gardens Xplore
Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Denver Community Media Launch
Denver Crime Lab XploreDenver Dumb Friends League Spark (Elementary)
Denver Dumb Friends League Spark (Middle School)
Denver Dumb Friends LeagueCSU Spur Launch Xplore
*Denver East High School Constitutional Law Launch
Denver East High School Theatre Department Launch
Denver Fire- Community Risk Reduction Unit Spark (Elementary)
Denver Health and Hospitals Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Denver Health- La Casa Quigg Newton Health Center Launch
Denver Health- Peña Urgent Care Launch
Denver Inner City Parish Launch
Denver International Airport (DEN) Spark (Middle School) Xplore
*Denver International Airport Center of Equity and Excellence in Aviation Launch
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Apprenticeship
Denver Metro Construction Sector Partnership Coach
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Xplore
Denver Online High School Launch
Denver Police Department Spark (Middle School)
Denver Police DepartmentCommunity Relations Xplore
Denver Police Museum Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Denver Public Library- Help Desk Launch
Denver Public Library- Idealab Montbello Launch
Denver Public LibraryHampden Launch
Denver Public Schools Xplore
Denver Public SchoolsDepartment of Transportation (Hilltop Bus Terminal) Xplore
Denver Public SchoolsFacilities Management Plumbing Department Launch
Denver Public Schools Communications Apprenticeship
Denver Public Schools CCS Career Development Team Launch Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Denver Public Schools Educational Technology Library Services Launch
Denver Public Schools Facilities Management Xplore
Denver Public Schools Multilingual Education Family Engagement Launch
Denver Public Schools Planning, Design, and Construction Launch
Denver Public Schools Talent Acquisition Apprenticeship
*Denver Public Schools Activities Department Launch
*Denver Public Schools Black Student Voice Podcast Launch
*Denver Public Schools CCS Career and Technical Education (CTE) Team Launch
Denver Public Schools Department of Technology Services (DoTS) Coach Launch Xplore
Denver Public Schools Department of Technology Services (DoTS) Client and Field Services Apprenticeship Launch Spark (Middle School)
*Denver Public Schools Department of Technology Services (DoTS) Cybersecurity Launch Coach
Denver Public SchoolsFacilities Management HVAC Department Launch
Denver Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services Launch
Denver Public Schools Office of Sustainability Xplore
Denver Public Schools Safety & Security Launch
Denver Public Schools Special Education Curriculum and Assessment Apprenticeship
Denver Public SchoolsFacilities Management Protective Coatings Launch
Denver Public SchoolsFacilities Management Facility Support Services Department Launch
Denver Snkrs Spark (Middle School) Spark (Elementary)
Denver Water Apprenticeship Spark (Middle School)
Denver Zoo - Animal Ambassador Team Launch
Denver Zoo - Volunteer Program Launch
Denver Zoo- Evaluation and Research Launch
Denver Zoo- Horticulture Launch
Desiree Romero Coach
DHE Computer Systems Launch
Diana Casillas Chavez Coach
Diversity in Finance Collaboration Launch
DJEATC Xplore
Duafe Beauties
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Dynatrace
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Earth Force Inc Launch
East High School FACE Team Launch
Edgewater Marketplace Xplore
Edirin Okoloko Chat
Eidos Architects Launch
Elizabeth Glick Coach
Ellen Sarkisian Coach
Emilie Evans Coach
Emily Griffith Technical College (EGTC Main Campus) Xplore
Emily Griffith Technical College (EGTC- TRADES) Xplore
Emma Aldrich Coach
En’Ranique Anderson Coach
Enrique Orozco Coach
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Eric Sawyer Coach
Erin Gilbert-Williams Coach
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA Region 8)
Spark (Middle School) Spark (Elementary)
Fernando Urias Coach
Flintco Construction Xplore
Food Venture Program Launch
Foster CM Group Spark (Elementary)
Foundation for Economic Education Xplore
Friend Assembly Launch
Frontline Farmers Majestic Gardens Xplore
Fry Intia Coach
Gabriella Franchois Coach
Gallun Snow Associates Xplore
Gates Corporation Chat
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Gavan Foote Coach
Generation Teach Xplore
Genesis Mateo Coach
Gensler Launch
GeoSolar Technologies Spark (Elementary)
Girls Inc Launch
Global Grid for Learning Ltd (GG4L) Launch
Google Xplore
Gourmet Real Estate, inc. Launch
Grant Boerhave Coach
GRID Alternatives
Launch
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Gritly Chat
Hair Works Launch Xplore
*Hands to the Future Launch
Hannah Scotch Coach
*HDR Launch
Hearst Technology Services Spark (Elementary)
Heart and Hand Xplore
Hensel Phelps Xplore
Hertz Car Rental Xplore Hines Launch Hope Center Launch
Hord Coplan Macht Xplore
HOYA Foundation Xplore
Humberto Escobedo Coach
I Love Me Gems
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Ink Lounge Xplore
Interface Communications Xplore
Irving Luna Coach
Issac Tolbert Coach
Jack’s Solar Garden Xplore
Jacquelyn Villa Coach
Jamie Hays CoachJanay Lewis Coach
Jason August Coach
Jerome Blackwell Coach
John F Kennedy High Athletic Trainer Launch
Jo Erickson Coach
Jodie Schaller Coach
Jordan Haley Coach
Jordan Perlmutter Coach
Joy Fill Xplore
Julissa Soto Chat
Junior Achievement Xplore Juntos Xplore
Justin Forbis Coach
JVA Consulting Engineers Xplore Coach
Karl Geil Law Firm Spark (Middle School
Karmachanics Launch
Kathryn Valentine Coach
KDG Engineering LLC Launch
Kenneth Abbey Coach
KGNU Radio Spark (Middle School)
Kids Above Everything Launch
Kïrsten Blake Coach
Larry Hopkins Coach
Laura Decker Coach
Laura Zubia Coach
Lenny Camargo Coach
Leressie Ashley Coach
Leticia Levi Coach Lewis Alas Coach
*Lifespan Local Launch
Lincoln Technical Institute Xplore
Linda Frias Coach
Lindsay Weber Coach
Lisken Hays Coach
Local Union 9 Sheet Metal Workers Xplore
Location3 Xplore
Luz Navarrete Coach
Lynda Lastowka CoachMadelyn Oaks Coach
Maiz Denver Xplore
Malena Reyes Coach
Marlene Goldman Coach
Mary Caravalho Coach
Mary Serafin Coach
Mary-Allison Poyner Coach
Mary-Magdalene Chumbow Coach
Matthew Albrecht Coach
Matthew Kaegi Coach
Maureen Moaddeli Coach
Mayra Ramirez Coach
McKinsey & Company Xplore
MedTronic Spark (Elementary)
MedTronic Spark (Middle School)
Meghan Phillips Coach
Mei Yen Susan Cheng Coach
Mekka Brincks Coach
Melissa Andrews Coach
Melissa Davis Coach
Metropolitan State University of Denver Xplore
Metropolitan State University of Denver Advanced Manufacturing Sciences Institute Launch Spark (Middle School) Xplore
Metropolitan State University of Denver Center for Visual Arts (CVA) Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Metropolitan State University of Denver Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences Spark (Middle School)
Metropolitan State University of Denver Department of Industrial Design Spark (Middle School)
Metropolitan State University of Denver School of Hospitality Spark (Middle School)
Metropolitan State University of Denver SpaceTech Scholars Spark (Elementary)
Metropolitan State University of Denver SpaceTech Scholars Spark (Middle School)
Metropolitan State University of Denver Cybersecurity Center Launch
Metropolitan State University of Denver Xplore
Michael Blonsky Coach
Michael Maugel Coach
Michele Hagan Coach
Microsoft Coach
*Mile High Youth Corp Launch
Mindcraft Makerspace Launch
Mladen Jovanov Coach
Monica Lewis Coach
Montbello Organizing Committee Launch
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community Launch
Metropolitan State University of Denver School of Hospitality Spark (Elementary)
Museo De Las Americas Launch
Namaste Solar Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Chat
Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
National Security Agency (NSA) Spark (Middle School)
Nelson Mullins Spark (Middle School)
Nicole Lantonio Coach
Nikte Contreras Coach
NIST Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School) NOAA Launch
Norris Design Spark (Middle School) Oliver Tillman Coach
Olivia Barrows Coach
Omer Widaa Coach
One River North Xplore
Opera Colorado Spark (Middle School)
Original Account Strategies (OAS) Launch
Ovintiv Inc Apprenticeship
Paige Goss Coach
Paige McEvoy Coach
Palace Construction Spark (Middle School)
PCs for People Apprenticeship Launch Xplore
Petunia Bakeshop Launch
Phyllis Bergeron Coach
Pickens Technical College Xplore
Pinnacol Assurance Apprenticeship Xplore
Pinyon Environmental Spark (Middle School) Pivot Energy Coach
Pop Culture Classroom Spark (Middle School
Presbyterian Saint Luke’s Hospital Launch Xplore
Prim + Co Spark (Middle School)
*Project PAVE Launch
Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Xplore
Quatisha Bailey Coach
Rapids Youth Soccer Program Launch
Rebecca Coalson Coach
Red Rocks Community College Xplore
RedLine Contemporary Art Center Spark (Middle School)
Regis University Xplore
Rent-A-Theme Entertainment Launch
Respect Academy- Front Office Launch
Ricardo Gonzales Jr Coach
Rivian Xplore
Rob Vecchiarelli Coach
Roberto “Robby” Vercellino Coach
Robyn Chrissinger Coach
Rocky Mountain College Of Art and Design Xplore
Rocky Mountain Efficiency Launch
Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank Xplore
Rocky Mountain Spine and Sport Launch Spark (Middle School)
Roddrick Marshall Coach
Roxann Lopez Coach Ruby Jones Coach
Russell Noles Coach
S.A.C.R.Ed Eco-Center Launch
Safari Smiles Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Saint Joseph’s Hospital Launch Xplore Coach
Samantha Nall Coach
SAME Cafe Launch
Sandra Stremel Coach
SC-23 Supercomputing Conference Xplore
SCD Enrichment Program Launch
Schnitzer West Launch
Scott Belding Coach
Sean Slater Insurance Agency Launch
Servicios De La Raza Xplore
Seth Chesnut Coach
Shantel Vigil Coach
Sheila Jimenez Coach
SheTech CTA Event Xplore
Ship Sunshine Chat
*Shrewsberry Launch
Silvis Materials Spark (Elementary)
Skill Struck Launch
Sky Blue Builders Apprenticeship
Slalom Coach
Sonic Youth Foundation Launch
Sofia Fernandez Salinas Coach
Special Olympics Colorado Spark (Middle School)
Spellbound Tattoos Xplore
Sri Viswanath Coach
St Paul Health Center Launch
Stadium Medical Launch Xplore
Stantec Spark (Middle School)
Steadyhand Barber Company Spark (Middle School
STEMblazers Xplore
Stephanie Hernandez Coach
Studio Colombia Launch
T.A.C.T. (Teaching the Autism Community Trades) Spark (Middle School)
Tattered Cover Bookstore Spark (Elementary)
Temple Grandin Equine Center Launch Xplore
Tender Care Assisted Living Launch
Tepeyac Community Health Center
Launch
Thais Gutierrez Coach
The Ambassador Foundation Launch
The Argyle Launch
The Center on Colfax Chat
The Colorado Symphony Spark (Middle School) Xplore
The Leader Board Launch
The Slate Denver Apprenticeship
Think 360 Arts Spark (Middle School)
Tia Eberline Coach
TJC Real Estate Xplore
Todd Deutsch Coach
Touch of Life Technologies (Toltech) Launch Xplore
Trevor Lane Coach
Turner Construction Spark (Elementary)
United Airlines Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School) Coach Launch
University of ColoradoAnschutz Medical Center Xplore
University of Colorado (CU) Denver Business School Xplore
University of Colorado Boulder- Chemical Engineering Department Coach
University of Colorado (UC) Health Xplore
University of Colorado- Physical Therapy Doctoral Program Spark (Middle School)
University Of Denver Spark (Middle School)
US Dept. of the Interior - US Geological Survey (USGS) Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
US Fish & Wildlife Service Spark (Middle School) Spark (Elementary)
Valorie Ziegler Coach
Vectra Bank Colorado Apprenticeship
Vitalant Blood Donation Xplore Wayne Watts Chat
Wesley Ng Spark (Elementary)
West High School Athletic Trainer Launch
Wezesha Dada Center Spark (Middle School)
Whitney FitzPatrick Coach
Wings Over the Rockies Launch
Winn-Marion Xplore
*Xcel Energy General Counsel Launch
Xcel Energy- Operations Department Launch
*Xcel Energy- Social Investments Launch
YMCA- Southwest Launch
YMCA-University Hills Launch
Youth on Record Spark (Middle School)
YouthBiz Spark (Elementary) Spark (Middle School)
Zion Gezaw Coach
Spark (Elementary) students showing their enthusiasm for the GRID Alternatives event.