February 3, 2023
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commanders, This past week we kicked off Black History Month with advisory lessons, decorating our hallways with posters that celebrate Black leaders, and the Black Student Alliance planning for the Black History…Continue Reading
January 29, 2023
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commanders, Celebrations like Lunar New Year and Black History Month remind me that life is short, but impact is lasting. Commanders, I applaud your impact! You strive toward excellence, work in service…Continue Reading
January 20, 2023
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commanders, We talk a lot at JFK about the importance of academic excellence. It made me proud to see our students’ work posted while walking the halls this week. While attending class…Continue Reading
January 16, 2023
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commanders, In honor of the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., I want to share one of his most influential quotes on education: “Intelligence plus character — that is the goal of…Continue Reading
January 6, 2023
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Happy New Year Commander Family, As we kick off this new year and second semester, I want you to know that our students’ social-emotional well being and excellence through achievement is top of…Continue Reading
December 19, 2022
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commander Family, Wishing you a safe, joyful, and peaceful holiday break! I hope you can spend these next two and half weeks in the company of those you love. Please take time…Continue Reading
December 9, 2022
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commander Family, As we embark on our final week of Semester 1, I am compelled to share 3 quotes with you: “It always seems impossible until it is done.” – Nelson Mandela…Continue Reading
December 2, 2022
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commander Family, I want to take a moment to celebrate our students. Not only are they resilient and empathetic, but they also look out for one another and advocate for each other…Continue Reading
November 18, 2022
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commander Community, With the break upon us, I am reflecting upon the enormous amount of gratitude I have for this community. Our students, families, and staff are truly the best in DPS…Continue Reading
November 10, 2022
Commander Communicator A Message From Principal Almon Dear Commander Community, Please join me in recognizing the diverse and rich culture and impactful contributions of Native and Indigenous People as we celebrate Native American Heritage Month. We look forward to the Native…Continue Reading