October 14, 2003
Joint Task Force on Teacher Compensation
October 23 Teacher Compensation Meeting for Principals
Principals can learn about the financial details of the proposed teacher compensation system at 4:00 p.m. Thursday, October 23, at the BakerMiddle School cafeteria, 574 W. Sixth Ave. The meeting is designed to update building administrators before teachers receive their preview October 27.
Since the proposed compensation plan was unveiled last April, the Joint Task Force has assigned percentage salary increases and bonuses to the 10 elements in the new system. At the October 23 meeting, principals will learn how the elements work and see how a sample teacher will fare over 25 years in the current and proposed systems. On November 13, principal and teacher teams will receive more details at a joint presentation for sharing at faculty meetings.
Human Resources
PACE Forms and Job Requisition Forms
Please share this reminder with secretaries and others who process PACE and Job Requisition forms: All PACE forms submitted through Tuesday, October 14, should be emailed to your HR Generalist or Special Education or Federal Programs. Starting Wednesday, October 15, all PACE forms, except Special Education and Federal Programs, should be emailed to . The new phone number for the HR Service Center-Transactions is 303-764-3233.All Job Requisitions should be emailed directly to your HR Generalist, except for Special Education and Federal Programs. A complete listing of HR staff members and their assigned schools is located at the bottom of the Job Requisition form.
GrantsResourceCenter
New Mini-Grant Opportunity
The newest Grant Alert is now available on the GrantsResourceCenterwebsite at It includes a new mini-grant competition from the Colorado Department of Education for after-school programs. Don’t delay; this grant is due October 27! Start by downloading the “Intent to Apply” form on the website under the “Important Forms” link, then follow the “District Procedures.” Also, don’t miss the “Essential Websites” link; it’s a great resource for schools and departments conducting fundraising and development research.
Curriculum and Instruction
Field Trip Opportunity
R.C.’s Big Bus Adventure is a field trip program offered by Recreation at the RitchieCenter. Teachers have the opportunity to choose from four different activities—ice skating, gymnastics, the climbing wall, and swimming. Each activity is one hour and can host up to 40 kids. For further information, visit The philosophy of every youth program offered by Recreation at the RitchieCenter focuses on instilling in kids a recreational appreciation for sports as well as an active lifestyle.
Elementary New Teacher Mentors
Please note that last week,the fax number was wrong on the Elementary New Teacher Mentor form.The form can be emailed to Holly Dout at or faxed to 303-764-3890. Please click on this link for the corrected form in last week’s Tuesday Telegram:
DPS Foundation
Lights on After School
Mile High United Way and the DPS Foundation will announce on Wednesday, October 15an exciting new partnership called Lights on After School.The effort is aimed at expanding the availability of critical after school programming for elementary and middle school students in DPS.The partnership will be launched at a press conference at BruceRandolphMiddle School.Mayor Hickenlooper and Superintendent Wartgow will announce the Lights on After School fundraising initiative, with a goal of raising $10 million over the next five years to expand after school program capacity.DPS employeeswill have a chance to participate through the annual workplace giving campaign.Pledge material from Mile High United Way and the DPS Foundation is onthe way.Youwill have the option of giving directly or through payroll deduction.Please check your mailbox in the coming days for our colorful new giving form supporting Lights on After School.Look for the school bell…and, thank you for your generosity and support of DPS students!
Public Information Office
Newspaper Supplement—Colorado Public Schools
Within a week, schools will be receiving five extra copies of the public education newsmagazine that was inserted into the Friday, October 3 issues of both the Denver Rocky Mountain News and the Denver Post. The insert outlines the accomplishments of public schools and includes facts and figures, achievement data and stories about major issues facing public education today. It was created jointly by CDE, CASE, CASB, and CEA.
Marketing Tip of the Week
Living next to a school can present certain challenges for homeowners. Let your school’s neighbors know you appreciate their understanding and patience. Keep them informed about special events that may create increased parking and traffic problems. Organize a good neighbor appreciation day, have students clean yards, or send holiday greeting cards and thank you notes to school neighbors. Invite neighbors to lunch and school activities.
TUESDAY TELEGRAM (click on this link)
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