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DPS to Launch Innovative Teacher Residency Program
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Denver, CO- Denver Public Schools (DPS) will hold a press conference on Friday, February 6th at 12:30 p.m. at 900 Grant Street to launch an innovative, hands-on teacher preparation program designed to cultivate and support exceptional teachers in high-needs subject areas and schools within DPS.
The new program, modeled after a medical residency and developed in partnership with the University of Denver Morgridge College of Education, is a critical step toward the district's commitment to attract, retain and reward outstanding teachers.
WHAT: Launch of new teacher residency program
WHEN: February 6, 2009; 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Denver Public Schools Administration Building - Board Room
900 Grant Street
WHO: Superintendent Tom Boasberg, Denver Public Schools
Senator Peter Groff, President of the Colorado State Senate
Chancellor Robert Coombe, University of Denver
Interim Dean Jerry Wartgow, University of Denver Morgridge College of Education
Jennifer Stern, Executive Director, DPS Janus Education Alliance
For more information, contact the Communications Office at 720-423-3414.
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