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Empowering Black Families – Strategies for Navigating the Colorado Education System

In collaboration with Black Parent Network, FACE University is hosting a 4 part virtual series- Navigating the School District. Our goal?  To empower Black families with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the Colorado education system effectively. … Continue Reading

Health Services Available

Oakland families! We are sharing flyers below that may be helpful to you and your family. Please let us know if you have any questions or feedback…. Continue Reading

March/April Newsletter

Click here to learn more about what our Oakland students have been up to!… Continue Reading

Upcoming Events

Oakland students got individual and group photos taken on 3/11! You can still complete orders via the forms in the office or order online. Important Dates! 3/15: NO SCHOOL 3/18 – 3/22: Spirit Week! 3/16: Saturday School (NOT on 3/23) 3/25 –… Continue Reading

Math & Literacy Family Night

Join us at our Math & Literacy Family Night from 3:30-5PM!… Continue Reading

MLE Meeting Tomorrow!

All families of DPS multilingual students and community members are encouraged to attend! Date: Wednesday, February 21, 2024Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.Location: Goldrick Elementary 1050 S. Zuni St.  This month, we will have representatives from Special Education, Gifted and Talented (GT),… Continue Reading

No Long Weekend Plans? Attend this FREE Event!

There is NO SCHOOL from Friday, 2/16 to Monday 2/19. Need something to do? FREE EVENT this Saturday, February 17th Lakeshore is hosting an event from 11am – 3pm. See the flyer for more details. See you Tuesday, February 20th!… Continue Reading

Enrollment Day 1/26

Early Enrollment/Registration Day Tomorrow! Submit applications for: Parent PortalFree Lunch SignupSchoolChoice How Do I Know If I Need to Submit an Application? If your student is in ECE, K, or 5th, you must submit a SchoolChoice application…. Continue Reading

Round 1 of DPS SchoolChoice Now Open – Choose Oakland for the  2024/25 School Year!

We’re excited to announce that Round 1 of Denver Public Schools (DPS) SchoolChoice is officially open! Choose Oakland as your preferred school for the upcoming 2024/25 school year. Selecting the right school is an important decision for your child’s education, and Oakland provides an amazing learning experience…. Continue Reading

Bond & Mill Levy School Updates

As the New Year begins, it’s a great time to think about your resolutions and to plan ahead for the personal goals you want to achieve in 2024. In the spirit of taking action and goal setting, the Planning, Design, and Construction team at Denver Public Schools wanted to give our school a New Year greeting and give us an update on the construction happening at our school. … Continue Reading

Colorado READ Act Survey

Language and link for parents: We would like to hear from parents about your child’s experience with the Colorado READ Act and its observed impact. As you may know, the Colorado READ (Reading to Ensure Academic Development) Act provides funding and a framework for improving literacy outcomes for kindergartners through third graders,… Continue Reading

Oakland Holiday Shoppe!

Oakland Elementary School Holiday Shoppe: Get Your E-Gift Cards Today Our Holiday Shoppe is just 2 weeks away! We will soon schedule a time for your student(s) to visit the Holiday Shoppe during school hours. Help them make a list of who they want to shop for and how much money they have to spend for each person…. Continue Reading

Canvas & Cocoa!

Come enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while you paint alongside Ms. Constance to create a holiday masterpiece! Forms have been sent home with your student and should be returned with payment to the office before Dec. 8. There are more order forms at the front desk. Space is limited to 25 families each night,… Continue Reading

Homework Survey

We know how important it is for students to receive homework everyday to reinforce what they learn in school. Please fill out this survey to help us know how we are doing with homework and how we can improve the learning experience for our students. … Continue Reading

Winterfest 12/14!

Join Oakland in our annual Winterfest on December 14, 2023! There will be a milk & cookie bar, sock skating, winter picture station, crafts and more. All families are encouraged to attend! Each grade will have a performance in the gym starting at 1:00pm…. Continue Reading

School Newsletter/ Boletín Escolar

See our latest newsletter for back to school information!/ ¡Vea nuestro último boletín para obtener información sobre el regreso a clases! Continue Reading

Family Resources

Mental Health Series for ALL DPS Parents! Over three sessions, DPS Family and Community Engagement (FACE) will discuss behaviors, mental health, and resources to support our students. Click here to learn more about each session and RSVP! Are you interested in “Sports Spectacular,”… Continue Reading

School Fundraiser!

Oakland Elementary School’s fundraiser is open, and we need your help. Our goal is to raise $1,000.00 for classroom and student needs. It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3! Register TONIGHT at www.ShopFund.com Share custom support links with family &… Continue Reading

October Golden Eagles!

This month, Oakland recognized these students as exceptional models of our Oakland Values of free will & choices. Help us in celebrating their wonderful accomplishments and personal growth! October Golden Eagles… Continue Reading

Medicaid Toolkit

The Medicaid Department at Denver Public Schools (DPS) helps families apply for free or low-cost health insurance, including Health First Colorado (Medicaid) and CHP+ and SNAP food assistance. The Denver Public Schools’ Medicaid Department is here to help you apply or re-enroll in Medicaid services…. Continue Reading