Colorado Department of Education Licensure Information/Applications

Review the checklist associated with the license or authorization you are seeking (below) for a detailed list of information and documentation you will need in order to submit a complete and proper application. You are considered "in-state" if the program you completed was a Colorado-approved program. You are considered an "out-of-state" candidate if you completed a program approved in another state.

Dream Teacher Project 

Are you ready to take control of your  money and achieve financial peace as a teacher or woman of color?

Learn how to improve your money mindset, organize your finances, and begin building wealth with a teacher salary! 

National Association For Latino Community Asset Builders

NALCAB is the hub of a national network of 200+ nonprofit organizations that serve diverse Latino communities in 45 states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico.

They prepare organizations to better serve their communities through training, public policy work, peer-to-peer collaboration, and access to funding, nonprofit resources and professional development.

Join the CO Black Educators Group on LinkedIn

The Colorado Black Educators (CBE) is a grassroots organization rooted in upholding culturally affirming practices and providing culturally congruent and responsive social-emotional and professional support to Black educators. CBE’s work is guided by our four pillars which are professional development, talent management, creating a safe space through networking, and advocacy for ourselves and the Black families in our school communities. 

The Women's Foundation of Colorado 

Our Annual Luncheon is the state’s largest fundraiser for gender, racial, and economic equity.

Every year, we bring together thousands of diverse supporters from across the state to build community, inspire one another, and invest in the advancement of Colorado women.

Past speakers include Allyson Felix, Billie Jean King, Misty Copeland, and America Ferrera, among many other icons. This year’s speaker is no exception when it comes to moving women forward.

Gender Inclusive Resources 

A list of books, articles, videos, pocket guides and more that the staff of The Women's Foundation of Colorado has used to learn more about gender and gender identity, allyship, language, and more. We hope they inform you, too. 

Anti-Racism Resources 

The Women’s Foundation of Colorado is committed to working for a world where simply waking up in the morning is not a cause for fear or ancient tears because of the color of one’s skin. It is imperative that we, as a community, meaningfully and effectively end longstanding systemic injustices and inequities that plague entire communities of color.

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DPS Funding Opportunities

Funding opportunities within Denver Public Schools for educators within a number of departments.

Resources available for academics, arts, athletics, culture and community, environmental education and outdoor projects, general funding, health and nutrition, public safety and emergency needs, science, technology, engineering and mathematics, workforce education and college readiness.  Excellent resource that lists a multitude of opportunities to take advantage of as an educator or changemaker in DPS!

DPS Foundation Educator Funding

The DPS Foundation supports the work of Team DPS – the educators and school leaders committed to helping ensure Every Child Succeeds! This is your one-stop shop to learn more about available grants and resources.

Includes information regarding the A to Z Fund, which provides materials, resources and opportunities that fall outside classroom budgets, Educators Take Flight, which covers flights costs for professional development opportunities and more. 

Last Mile Education Fund

Last Mile Education Fund collaborates with investors and partners to fill critical financial gaps for students pursuing tech and engineering degrees.  Awards are made available on a first-come, first-served basis, and are subject to review by the Last Mile Education Fund and our investment partners.

Available grants: Mini-Grants, Bridge, Grants, Last Mile Grants, Applied Materials Momentum Fund, Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship, and more!

Join the Human Resource and Finance Professionals Networks!

We offer leadership trainings that cover a wide range of topics relevant to leadership in the nonprofit and social justice space, including supervision, fundraising, coaching skills, time management, and conflict resolution.

Our peer networks connect hundreds of human resources and finance leaders so they can exchange questions, advice, challenges, and wisdom as a form of mutual support. These leaders are building peer power and exploring how to interrupt and dismantle oppressive practices instead of building on inequities of the past. 

GrowWithJo

 Fitness Youtube Challenge

FREE AND FUN!

Perfect for #Beginners 

The GrowWithJo community is the strongest community of women from all abilities and #walksoflife 

Now I have the honor of teaching millions of women, and helping them achieve their goals!

**Thank you to our member Aurora for providing this awesome resource!**

Gratitude Journal

Count your blessings and enjoy better health and happiness.

Also features options such as guided meditation, gratitude letter writing, and more within the Pathways to Happiness program. 

DPS Employee Wellness Programs

All DPS employees have access to a comprehensive wellness program that supports their physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and financial well-being.  To learn more or to register for a workshop or webinar, please click the buttons below.

DPS Women of Color InspoList

A playlist that includes the songs that detail who we are as individuals, and as allies. A moment to bond and unify us in more than just ideals, but in daily inspiration! Get inspired, get moving, get dedicated. Beautifully and divinely tailored to support the women breaking barriers and making noise in every environment they're in. 

Plug your headphones in, or turn your speakers up, and embrace the good energy!

Sidewalk Poets

Writing Workshops

Word + Art Installations

Nature Retreats

Provide free and donation-based creative writing and storytelling workshops that empower community members to find and share their voices, build confidence and resilience, and heal together.  

We offer underserved populations writing retreats in beautiful natural settings for deep immersion into creative self-expression, connection with nature, solitude and healing.

Breathe for Change 

Breathe For Change envisions an education system that empowers every student, educator, and community member to experience mental, physical, and social-emotional well-being and fulfill their greatest potential. We dream of a world in which all educators, students, and family members are equipped and inspired to lead with love in their lives, relationships, and communities. 

Resources for Your Well Being

Resources for your Spiritual Well Being

Those who feel safe and supported have a sense of belonging, are able to show up authentically and feel valued within DPS. This includes feeling connected and spiritually fulfilled.

A hub for apps, books, podcasts, workshops and more!

Staying Active 

View discounts offered to our DPS employees that will help you destress and reach those fitness goals.

Yoga at City Park - Sunset Edition

Calling yogi's of all ages and abilities! Weekly yoga with Hey Let's Yoga at City Park, Wednesday's 6:30pm. We will be on the west side of City Park (York Street Side) .

 Enjoy a weekly rotation of local yoga teachers bringing you an all levels class, each class is as unique as the teachers teaching them during golden hour..

We will ease into an alignment based vinyasa style class, that focuses on breath and movement. This class is accessible to all, we work with you to find the right alignment for your body and practice.

Peer Support

Shea is the owner and founder of Pretty Girl Passion Society (PGPS), an affiliate of Mental Health America. Through PGPS, Shea provides unique approaches to peer support, advocacy, and mental health awareness for a diverse community of women who lack access to services because they are underinsured or decline access to services because of stigma. Shea has a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services and is a certified Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Advocate. With over 15 years of case management experience in social services, she has added a personal touch to her work as a Peer Support Specialist.

Art Therapy with Cut + Paste CO

Sustainable, Interactive Art Events ✂️

Art as Therapy with an Art Therapist

Create (in) Community

Denver/Boulder🏔CO

Follow @cut.paste.colorado on Instagram to get insider details into the next pop up collage making event!

Align and Flow with Ashlea Skiles

Deepen your practice and create new muscle memory in your body releasing chronic tension and helping to prevent injuries in this relaxing 60-minute session.

Session begins at 5:45pm