Douglas County School District

Douglas County School District Learn Today. Lead Tomorrow. Located in Colorado. Douglas County is many things to many people. Douglas County literally offers the best of all worlds.

Here, you will find beautiful natural surroundings, a thriving and diverse community, and a variety of towns and cities ranging from large suburban to close-knit rural. That’s why over 335,000 people choose to call Douglas County home. Woven throughout this great community is Douglas County School District Re.1 which has provided students with a high-quality public education since 1958. Our Mission
The mission of the Douglas County School District (DCSD) is to provide an educational foundation that allows each student to reach his or her individual potential. Our Vision
The Douglas County School District strives to maximize the
potential of every student to pursue his or her chosen endeavor in society, including but not limited to postsecondary education, career, or military service. Our Core Values
• Educational Excellence
• Human Diversity
• Individual Potential
• Lifelong Learning
• Productive Effort
• Shared Responsibility
• Ethical Behavior
• Continuous Improvement

Nondiscrimination Notice:
In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The School District’s Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, [email protected], 720-433-1083. Outside Agencies:
Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202. Submissions/comments that violate DCSD policies or Code of Conduct, contain vulgar language, or are spam or trolling may be removed. This comment policy is subject to amendment or modification at any time.

Late-start Fridays mean school starts 45 minutes later at neighborhood elementary and middle schools. That means our roa...
09/10/2026

Late-start Fridays mean school starts 45 minutes later at neighborhood elementary and middle schools. That means our roads and school zones may look a little different than they do on other mornings.

A few reminders for drivers:
- Slow down and follow the posted school-zone speed limit.
- Watch carefully for students walking, biking and crossing the street.
- Give yourself extra time and stay alert around schools and neighborhoods.

Why the later start?
The additional 45 minutes gives teachers dedicated time to work together, look at student learning and plan instruction to better meet students’ needs.

🚲⚠️ E-bikes and e-motorcycles are changing how kids and teens get around and emergency rooms are seeing the impact.In th...
09/10/2026

🚲⚠️ E-bikes and e-motorcycles are changing how kids and teens get around and emergency rooms are seeing the impact.

In the latest DCSD Notebook episode, Dr. Garrett Prince, emergency room physician with HCA HealthONE SkyRidge talks about the rise in injuries related to these increasingly popular modes of transportation and what families should know.

🎧 Listen now to learn more about e-bike and e-motorcycle safety ➡️

From e-bikes to e-motorcycles, easy mobility for school-aged children and teens has changed significantly in just the last couple of years. Related to that shift, hospital emergency departments have also seen major changes in the kinds and severity of injuries they treat on a daily basis. To explain...

Tickets are still available for the center flag experience!
09/06/2026

Tickets are still available for the center flag experience!

School's about to get a whole lot cooler! 🎉 Who's ready to trade in their #2 pencils for a VIP experience? Be one of the first 40 to snag tix to our Rapids Community Event and level up your year! Tickets start at a steal: just $30! rapids.ksetickets.com/DouglasCounty

09/05/2026

🏫✨ **Building the future, one beam at a time!**

Progress is well underway at School 51 - DCSD Sterling Ranch/Solstice, and the community recently came together for a special beam-signing ceremony. Families and DCSD staff added their names and messages to a beam that will become part of this historic new school.

We can’t wait to see this school take shape and welcome students through its doors in 2027! 🎉

TEST: The Douglas County School District (DCSD) is testing its emergency notification system. This is only a TEST.If you...
09/02/2026

TEST: The Douglas County School District (DCSD) is testing its emergency notification system. This is only a TEST.

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school.

Congratulations Jason! We're rooting for you in the final round! 🙌👏
09/02/2026

Congratulations Jason! We're rooting for you in the final round! 🙌👏

08/29/2026

💇‍♀️✨ **Cutting hair. Building skills. Creating futures.**

Welcome to the brand-new cosmetology pathway and salon at Douglas County High School!

Students are learning the art of cutting, styling and beauty while also developing the business and entrepreneurial skills to turn their passion into a career.

**The future is looking good!** 💫✂️

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08/28/2026

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Our Year 2 ProStart 3 students had an incredible opportunity to work with Chef Manny Barella, acclaimed chef, Top Chef Season 21 finalist, and James Beard Foundation semifinalist.

Chef Manny joined us for a hands-on demo of the dish our students will be serving this weekend at the Denver Food & W**e Festival. Students learned about building bold flavor profiles, developing recipes, and scaling standardized recipes for large-volume production.

Beyond the food, experiences like this show our students what’s possible when classroom learning meets the professional kitchen.

Huge thank you to Chef Manny for sharing his knowledge, passion, and experience with the next generation of culinary professionals!

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Address

15655 Brookstone Dr
Parker, CO
80138-3553

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(303)3870100

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