E.L.A. stands for English Language Acquisitions. If you or your student are bi-lingual and you like to be informed of academics, events or community involvement please click the link below. E.L.A. Programs and Information Spanish translation provided. If you need translation for languages other than Spanish, please contact Ariel Ruempolhamer, East Family & Community Engagement Liaison.
Each Denver Public school has a Collaborative School Committee (CSC) with representation from parents, teachers, administration, classified staff, and community. The purpose and scope of the CSC is to enhance student achievement and school climate by engaging the school community in collaborative efforts supporting the school and District’s goals. The CSC provides strategic direction in support of the school’s mission and vision as stated in the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP). Additional information about the purpose and scope of the CSC is available on the DPS website.
Meeting dates, agendas, and minutes will be posted under the CSC link. CSC representatives welcome your questions and input. Questions and input should be related to the purpose and scope of the CSC as outlined above.
2018-2019 East High School CSC Meetings and Agendas
2019-2020 East High School CSC Agendas
2019-2020 East High School CSC Meetings
2020-2021 East High School CSC Meetings and Agendas
2021-2022 East High School CSC Meetings and Agendas
2020-2021 East High School CSC By-Laws
2021-2022 East High School CSC By-Laws
Thank you for choosing to spend your time volunteering with us. DPS has chosen Sterling Volunteers as our background screening partner. This background check is free to you! In order to place your background check order, fill out the form with Sterling Volunteers. The process is just five minutes and can be completed in four easy steps! You will receive the results of your background check in a few days after application completion. Once approved, the real fun can begin – volunteering! We look forward to having you at East!
Supervised Volunteers:
Interested volunteers should use the Sterling Volunteer link to start the background check process. You may select the link to access the background check online forms. If you are receiving a “Good Deed Code” request during your submission you are utilizing the wrong link.
Please only use this link:https://app.sterlingvolunteers.com/en/Candidates/Account/Register
Unsupervised Volunteers:
background check?” For questions on this form please contact Sterling and not your volunteer site.
Volunteers seeking more information about Sterling Volunteers services and status of your background check should contact Sterling directly by emailing theadvocates@sterlingvolunteers.com or calling 855-326-1860 Option 1.
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Contact: STEVEN KOHUTH skohuth@dpsk12.net, East School Counselor Email
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
I have supervised permissions as a volunteer, can I meet with a student virtually?
You will need to have unsupervised permission status in Sterling.
After I fill out the background check information on Sterling, how will I know I’ve passed the background check and can begin meeting with students?
You will receive an:
or
Please print the confirmation out so that you are able to get a volunteer badge for volunteering at East regularly.
What is a supervised volunteer? DPS volunteer Package status
A supervised volunteer will have an East employee in the room at ALL times.
What is an unsupervised volunteer? Unsupervised Volunteer Background Check
An unsupervised volunteer is someone who is working with a specific program and has the ability to meet with students without an East/ DPS employee.
Which browser should I use to access the web portal?
Some browsers will not work properly with the Sterling Volunteers website. For the best possible viewing experience, please use Internet Explorer 9 (IE9) or later or the latest versions of Chrome, Firefox or Safari.
Why do I need a username and password?
When a volunteer gets screened through Sterling Volunteers, they are actually joining the Sterling Volunteers community. That means they can re-enter the platform at any time, check the status of their background check, view the background check report itself, share with new organizations, and more. Without a username and password, this type of access and control would not be possible.
What is a “GOOD DEED Code”?
A GOOD DEED Code is a code provided to the volunteer by some prospective volunteer organizations to initiate
a background check. If you are asked for a Good Deed code, it means that you are not in the correct location, please exit and use this link. – https://app.sterlingvolunteers.com/en/Candidates/Account/Register
How do I contact Sterling?
The Advocates are the Sterling Volunteers customer care team. They are available via phone and email to all Sterling Volunteers community members – volunteers and organizations – and can help with platform-usage questions and general inquiries. They can be reached at TheAdvocates@Sterlingvolunteers.com or 855-326-1860 Option 1.
What do I do if I forget my password?
If you have forgotten your password, click the Forgot Password link on the login screen. Simply enter your username on the Forgot Password screen and we will send an email with a temporary password to your email address.
Why does it mention “credit” in the consent and disclosures step 3 of my background check?
Criminal background is considered Consumer Data and is regulated by a federal law called the Fair Credit Reporting Act. That law requires that very specific blanket disclosures be provided to you before you consent access to your consumer data. Your organization is not accessing any credit data related to your financial history and this report will not appear as a credit inquiry to the reporting agencies.
I have questions on my report. Who should I call?
Call Sterling at 1-855-326-1860 Option 1.
Would You Like To Change A Life? Would You Like To Be An Academic Mentor?
The A+ Angels Mentoring Program is an important way in which East High School is addressing the achievement gap and helping struggling students. The program currently has more than 70 pairs of East High School students and adult mentors, each meeting about once a week. Mentors help the students adjust to high school by aiding them with their schedules, helping them with homework, working with them on study skills, fostering good attendance and study habits, and providing encouragement and accountability. Mentors also help their students obtain summer jobs and prepare college applications. All mentors, as well as the coordinators of the program, are volunteers and most work full time in jobs unrelated to education.
Contact: Aimee Arens at 720-423-8449 or send an email to Aimee_Arens@dpsk12.org
Make an online donation to the A+ Angels Mentor Program at Denver East High School or by check:
East Angel Friends & Alumni Foundation
c/o A+ Angels Mentor Program
PO Box 201404
Denver, CO 80220
The After Prom Committee has begun planning for the 2023 event and is looking for volunteers to lead and support the various committees. This 30+ year tradition is planned by the East parents and offers many ways for senior (and junior) parents to get involved. It is a night that students welcome parent involvement. Sign up to help out here or consider making a donation to help provide a safe and fun environment that the seniors will never forget! For questions or to learn more email Blythe Kingsbury- rbkingsbury5@gmail.com or Emily Bovard- emilybovard@gmail.com.