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BNS CMAS 2021 Schedule

BNS CMAS 2021 Schedule

We will be completing our CMAS testing for students that are in-person learning or those who are fully remote but are opting into testing next week. Testing will take place on Tuesday, April 13th, Wednesday, April 14th, and Thursday, April 15th during normal school hours. Please see below for details on testing for each grade level.

How Families Can Assist Their Students as We Move Beyond COVID

How Families Can Assist Their Students as We Move Beyond COVID

Familial and community support is a critical factor in students maximizing their full potential and as the Beacon Network, we strive to continuously recognize this invaluable partnership. Over the last year, the student experience has been significantly impacted by...

Happy Spring BReak – Important return to School Info

Happy Spring BReak – Important return to School Info

Happy Spring Break!  As we return from break, please make note of the following schedule change. Both cohorts A and B will be in school M-Thursday from 8:50 am to 2:35 pm. Friday will be a Remote day, except for students placed in small groups or the center programs....

Finding Our Way “Home” – Returning to a New Normal at School

Finding Our Way “Home” – Returning to a New Normal at School

As we help our students thrive, grow and flourish, as the Beacon Network, we are well aware must address their entire experience through our interactions and learning plan. As we continue to traverse the COVID19 pandemic - its impact and its aftermath- we must...

Principal Meet and Greet moved to Next Monday

Principal Meet and Greet moved to Next Monday

Due to the weather, the Principal meet and Greet for GBMS has been moved to Monday 3/22. If you have questions please reach out to support@denverbeaconschools.org. NOTE: Classes are also cancelled for Monday 3/15.

Returning and Refocusing After COVID19

Returning and Refocusing After COVID19

We are all aware that the COVID19 pandemic has significantly impacted almost every aspect of our lives. The educational arena, specifically the public school system, has absolutely felt the effects of this extended, unprecedented medical crisis. As we slowly shift...

Student Led Conferences

Student Led Conferences

Next week, on Wednesday March 10th we will be holding our student led parent teachers conferences. These conferences will be held virtually between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM and will last 15 minutes each. Please limit your conferences to three teachers per student so we can...

Inspired through Innovation!

Inspired through Innovation!

Recently I was asked to be on a panel with innovative leaders that are leading the work in different parts of the country.  Mariama Shaheed in Indianapolis and Pedro Martinez in San Antonio.  As we shared our challenges and successes of the work, I was inspired by...

CMAS Update

CMAS Update

We know this has been an unprecedented year of challenges, and we want to be sure to provide as much information and support as possible as we move toward CMAS testing.  The Beacon Network is encouraging and is prepared for students to take  CMAS. The information will...

Reimagine. . . . Reflect. . .Rethink High School

When you imagine your high school experience, what comes to mind? For some it’s the opportunity to play football under the bright lights on a Friday night, for others it is the chance to spend multiple hours a day in the visual arts department, creating various forms...