We
pledge our respect for those enduring Indigenous connections to the
place we now call Colorado. G. Tinker, PhD Osage Nation
Embedded in community cultural values, our department cultivates an educational journey where every Native American student feels secure, valued, and rooted in their identity. Recognizing DPS commitments to “Know Justice, Know Peace,” we, the
DPS educational community, place our minds and bodies in this space
while acknowledging Indigenous relatives who have lived in and cared
for this ancient Lan
07/29/2026
We are hosting this workshop with our friends Denver Indian Family Resource Center!
If you are a native youth interested please reach out!
Join us this Thursday the 30th for a Youth Leather Purse workshop! Please use the link to sign up👜✨
📍Rose Andom Center 1330 Fox Street Denver, CO 80204
⏰ 3:00pm-7:30PM
Excited to see y’all there!🤎✨
07/24/2026
Kick off the new school year with your Denver Public Schools Native American Culture and Education (NACE) family! We are so excited to welcome our students and families for an evening of community, connection, and preparation for a fantastic year ahead.
Come by to pick up free essential school supplies, meet our incredible team, learn more about the NACE program, and connect with other Native families in our community. Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we can't wait to see you!
Event Details
📅 When: Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM 🕓
📍 Where: Native Student Center at West High School
(951 Elati St, Denver, CO 80204)
📝 Good to Know
📲 Registration: Scan the QR code on the flyer or register ahead to save your spot!
📄 506 Forms: Title VI 506 forms are required for our program! Don't worry if you haven't filled one out yet—blank forms will be available at the event!
✍️ DPS Enrollment: Your students must be enrolled in a DPS school for the 26-27 SY.
📧 Questions? Contact Gwen Holmes at [email protected]—we’re always happy to help!
We can’t wait to celebrate the upcoming school year with you and strengthen our community bonds together! See you there!
07/23/2026
📚 Big news for DPS families! 📚
Looking for a great summer opportunity for your kids? Check out the NACE Summer Literacy Program happening August 3rd – 6th!
🎉 What you need to know:
🎒 Who: Incoming 1st – 5th Grade (Student(s) must be enrolled in DPS)
📅 Dates: Aug 3rd - Aug 6th
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Columbian Elementary (2925 W. 40th, Denver, CO 80211)
🥪 FREE Breakfast & Lunch provided!
Spaces are filling up! Reach out to Alexis Vigil at [email protected] to learn more and sign up today! 👇✨
07/18/2026
Next Wednesday, July 22nd join us for our American Indian Education Convening.
In collaboration with DPS NACE, Jeffco NAEP, Adams 12 Indian Education, and Cherry Creek School District Indigenous Parent Action Committee. We want to welcome all of our community and families to this impactful event.
Lunch catered by Moonshell Pizza Co-op sponsored by
People of the Sacred Land
The Truth about 250/150 Bus will also be on display.
07/10/2026
Attention NACE student and families!
All My Relations Celebration is partnering with Rock the Rez , a nonprofit that offers free summer camps to Indigenous girls, two-spirit, transgender, and LGBTQ+ youth (ages 7-17).
This year's camp will be from 8am - 4pm from August 6th - 9th (half day on the 9th) at El Nido (773 Santa Fe Dr Denver, CO 80204).
Please reach out to [email protected] for more questions.
07/07/2026
Summer is more than a break. It is a meaningful season to stay connected with your community, culture, and future. 🌿 ☀️
