Established in May 2024, the Latine Student Success Team’s (LSS) primary objective is to enhance Latine student achievement across Denver Public Schools. Guided by the rich history and diverse experiences of Latine students, families, and educators within DPS, the LSS team will strive to meet the recommendations outlined in the La Raza Report and amplify Latine student achievement.

Additionally, the LSS team will launch its work by partnering with our community partners and a LSS implementation team. This collaborative effort will encompass leadership development, research, strategic planning, and implementation, drawing upon the expertise of national leaders in educational equity.

Learn more about our ambitious goals by viewing the September 2024 La Raza Advisory Board Update below.

The EDUCA DPS Podcast episode welcomed Dr. Patricia Hurrieta, Director of the Latine Student Success Team and Liliana Sanchez Cruz, program manager who unpacked La Raza Report. The report outlines critical discussion on the opportunities Denver Public Schools and the broader Denver community have to improve outcomes for Latine students. The episode explores actionable strategies to support students' success and thoughtfully unpacks the choice to use the term Latine instead of Latinx or Latino. 

Don’t miss this important conversation! Watch the full episode in English or Spanish. You can also stream this episode wherever you listen to podcasts.

Click below for the English version

Click below for the Spanish version

In the latest episode of the Marrero Moment, Dr. Patricia Hurrieta of the Latine Student Success Team and Michael Atkins, Director of the Black Student Success Team, share their insights on supporting students and creating pathways to success.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about fostering inclusion, empowering students and making a lasting impact on the student experience at DPS.