At Skinner, we are laser-focused on helping all students succeed academically. Our focus and priority is growth. Whether it’s pushing students who are proficient to the advanced level, or closing gaps for our most struggling learners, we build our schedule and program to meet the needs of all our learners.
Skinner provides enrichment experiences and higher-level work to students who are at grade level, as well as students who are advanced and performing above grade level. We also spend significant attention to our most struggling students so they too can attain grade-level proficiency. Our teachers work intensely with our students to reach their full potential.
Skinner teachers have collaborative and independent planning time on a daily basis to meet the demands of our diverse learners in all our classrooms.
Denver Public Schools is committed to ensuring our students are prepared for college and career in the 21st century. The standards, which include the Common Core State Standards in math and in reading, writing and communicating, represent a shift in education to provide a consistent and clear understanding of what students are expected to learn at each grade level. The goal is to make your child’s classroom an even more engaging setting, with increased opportunities for collaboration, conversation and problem-solving. You will also notice your child using more technology in the classroom to enhance learning.
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Denver Public Schools has embraced the Colorado Academic and Common Core State Standards to ensure that students are ready for college and careers in the 21st century. The new standards provide a clear and consistent understanding of what students are expected to learn at each grade level. Visit DPS Family and Community Engagement (FACE) for more information.
Academic standards are clear and consistent targets for what students are expected to learn each year. Colorado has always had standards, and by integrating new standards, we can ensure that our students are ready for college and careers in the 21st century. Why are these standards so important?