📌 What: The purpose of the AN Advisory Committee is to provide community and staff input on the direction and actions for DPS central and school teams to take in each subsequent school year.
👥 Who: Representatives from the  Exceptional Student Services (ESS) team, other central office teams, members from our community groups including Advocacy Denver, DAC, BFAC, and DPS parents/guardians.
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🔗 More Information: Visit our Denver Special Education Advisory Committee webpage

📌 What: A council advocating for the academic and social success of Asian and Pacific Islander students while promoting cultural awareness and inclusion.
👥 Who: Parents, students, educators, and community members dedicated to uplifting Asian and Pacific Islander voices in education.
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🔗 More Information: Visit our Asian Education Advisory Council Webpage

📌 What: A council focused on advocating for Black students, families, and educators, ensuring equitable opportunities and culturally responsive policies.
👥 Who: Parents, students, educators, and community members committed to supporting Black excellence in education.
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🔗 More Information: Visit our Black Education Advisory Council webpage

📌 What: School-based councils where parents collaborate with school leaders to support student achievement, family engagement, and school improvement.
👥 Who: Parents, guardians, school staff, and community members invested in their local schools.
📅 When: Varies by school—contact your students school for details.
🔗 More Information: Visit our Collaborative School Committees Webpage

📌 What: A council advocating for students with disabilities and ensuring that special education programs meet the needs of all learners.
👥 Who: Selected diverse committee of parents, educators, special education professionals, and advocates for students with disabilities.
📅 When: Meets Monthly during school year
🔗 More Information: Visit our Disability & Special Education Advisory Council Webpage

📌 What: A state-mandated council focused on reviewing school performance, budgeting, and accountability processes.
👥 Who: Includes parents, educators, administrators, and community members interested in school improvement.
📅 When: Meets once a month on the third Tuesday. August-May.
🔗 More Information: Visit our District Accountability Committee Webpage

📌 What: A council dedicated to addressing the needs, opportunities, and challenges facing Latine students and families within the district.
👥 Who: Parents, students, educators, and community leaders passionate about supporting Latine student success.
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🔗 More Information: Visit our Latine Education Advisory Council Webpage

📌 What: A council dedicated to advocating for multilingual learners and ensuring language access and equity in education.
👥 Who: Parents of multilingual students, educators, and community advocates for language diversity.
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🔗 More Information: Visit our Multilingual Education District Advisory Committee Webpage

📌 What: Each district-run MLE program school has a Multilingual Education Parent Advisory Committee (MLE PAC). It provides an opportunity to increase communication between both the school and families.
👥 Who: All DPS families of students in an MLE program.
📅 When: Varies by school—contact your school for details.
🔗 More Information: Visit our Parent Advisory Councils Webpage

📌 What: A council that provides direct input to the Superintendent on key district initiatives, policies, and community concerns..
👥 Who: This is a group of representatives chosen from the Parent Advisory Councils.
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🔗 More Information: Contact our FACE Family Helpline 720-423-3054 | facehelpline@dpsk12.net

📌 What: Establish governance that uplifts student policies and concerns by centering student decision-making and building equitable youth/adult partnerships.
👥 Who: Any high school student enrolled in a Denver Public School
📅 When: Once a month during the school year - contact studentvoice@dpsk12.org
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📌 What: A council focused on supporting educators and school leaders by providing insights on professional development, policies, and working conditions.
👥 Who: Teachers, school leaders, and district staff interested in improving educator experiences and student outcomes.
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