JFK is 1 of 10 schools within Denver Public Schools that has been recognized as a Whole Child Distinguished School.
JFK is a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) school. The RAMP designation, awarded for aligning with the criteria in the American School Counselor Association National Model, recognizes schools that are committed to delivering a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program and an exemplary educational environment. JFK’s counseling department was the first program in DPS to be honored and is now the only school in DPS to have maintained this award since 2009 without ever losing status.
JFK is 1 of only 14 schools in Denver Public Schools that offers an authorized IB education .
JFK is 1 in 5 schools in America selected for a JFK Space Lab. JFK is also 1 of 10 schools in America selected for an ARISS contact with the ISS via ham radio in November 2020.
Career and Technical Education where students learn about engineering, business, medical, creative, and other cutting edge career pathways.
JFK is 1 of 14 schools within Denver Public Schools thats offers a Future Center on campus. Since 2007, JFK students have received over $3 million in college scholarships just from Denver Scholarship Foundation alone.
As Commanders, we are advocates of our passions, challengers of inequity, and champions of change. We find P.R.I.D.E. (Professionalism, Respect, Inclusion, Dedication, and Excellence) in shaping a more inclusive global community and taking command of our role within that world.
Hands-on classes. Connections with industry leaders. Limitless college and career opportunities. Options include technology & graphic design, business, engineering, medical sciences, and theatre and film.
Learn MoreIB classes are unique in that they encourage students to be more balanced, active participants in their learning, and allow them to express their knowledge of the world in creative ways.
Learn MoreThe U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is a program offered to high schools that teaches students character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership and diversity.
Learn MoreStudents earn free college credit while still in high school, giving them a head start on their college and career goals. Explore the academic rigor of college while in a supportive high school environment.
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“I exist to engage – entertain – educate through love and laughter in order to serve and educate students.
– Ms. Purse, Math & Civics Teacher
“I exist to instill PRIDE values in our scholars and extension, their families.”
-Mr. Sang, Science Teacher
“We exist to bring joy and love to each other.”
-Ms. Williamson, English Teacher
“I exist to be authentic, empathetic, and true with my words and actions and to live a balanced life mentally, emotionally, and physically in order to serve my students, their families, and the community.”
-Ms. Palius, School Social Worker
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