Posted May 26, 2026
| Message from the Principal | ||||||||
| Dear Summit Families, As we close out another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for your partnership, trust, and support. Being part of a small school community is something truly special, and this year has been filled with growth, resilience, achievement, and meaningful moments for our students and staff. From our middle school students developing confidence and independence to our high school students preparing for their next chapter, it has been inspiring to watch our students learn, lead, and support one another throughout the year. Our school community continues to thrive because of the strong relationships between families, students, and staff, and I am deeply grateful for all you do. This year we celebrated academic growth, student accomplishments, athletic and extracurricular successes, performances, service opportunities, and countless everyday moments that demonstrated kindness, perseverance, and school pride. Thank you for encouraging your students and partnering with us to keep students at the center of everything we do. As we approach the final days of school, please take note of the important upcoming dates below: Important End-of-Year Dates May 26 & 27 – Finals 8:20am-12:07pm & Make-ups 1:00-3:00pm. May 28 – Field day 8:45am-11:30am/ Lunch 11:30-1:00pm/ Make ups 1:00-3:00pm May 29 – Last Day of School-no regular classes Makeups 9:00am-12:00pm Tri 3 Final Exam Bell Schedule – All Students must turn in their chromebook, charger and cases before they leave for the Summer. (If not turned in, fees will be added to their account and chromebooks will be locked) – Students that graduated this year will not be able to collect their High School Diploma until they pay their student fees. Additional information regarding schedules and summer opportunities will continue to be shared with families through email and school communication platforms. To our graduating seniors and families, congratulations on this important milestone. We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited for what lies ahead. Once a panther, always a panther. I hope each of you has a safe, restful, and joyful summer break filled with time to recharge and make lasting memories. Thank you again for making this school year such a meaningful one. It is an honor to serve this community and support your children every day. With gratitude, Mr. Osorio. | ||||||||
| Parent Announcements | ||||||||
| Congratulations to our Panthers of the month: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1kL8iA6ur_hEfCJ7hQWidVoaq20BwALpRft_wYfbyz54/edit?usp=sharing | ||||||||
| As a reminder our grading policy establishes that in order to pass a class your student needs to get a C or higher grade. If a student gets a D or a lower grade, they will not be passing the class. For more information please see our grading policy which is also in our student-parent handbook and was shared with you during registration: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kvxr_fUT0Rc7_E7nPSgLGCjtOVM2NnDKaUxNppyGauQ/edit?usp=sharing | ||||||||
| Please read the FACE newsletter for resources and events: https://denverpsco.edurooms.com/newsletters/dps-face-university-title-i/newsletters/dps-face-university-may-18th-june-1st | ||||||||
| FAMILY RESOURCES | ||||||||
| Denver Public Schools Community Hub – The DPS Community Hub offers services at no cost to DPS families and community members. The Community Hub closest to Summit at Castro is located at Johnson Elementary School (1850 S. Irving St., Denver, CO 80219). Please call at 720-424-2970 to make an appointment for any need you may need support with. Link to website here. | ||||||||
| Vuela for Health – Denver-based organization focused on engaging the Latino community through partnerships that builds leaders, promotes public health, and promotes well-being. Vuela Health does this by providing families with access to nutrition, physical activity, obesity, heart disease, cancer, sexual health, child health, mental health, substance abuse, domestic and intimate partner violence, injury prevention, access to health services, and more! Learn more on their website here. | ||||||||
| Family and Community Engagement (FACE) – We are the Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Department of Denver Public Schools. FACE provides access to resources, information, and support for everyone in the Denver Public Schools community at any point in their life journey. We strive to engage and empower our district’s diverse students and families. Check out family resources here! | ||||||||
| Servicos de la Raza – es una organizacion que ayuda con asesoria legal, recursos de comida, ropa, y otras necesidades. Para mas informacion vaya a este enlace. | ||||||||
| Denver Parks and Recreation – Kids ages 5-18 can sign up for a free My Denver Card, which gives them access to recreation centers, pools and cultural facilities. Link here. | ||||||||
| Food Bank of the Rockies – Food Bank of the Rockies distributes food through partner agencies in 30 counties in Colorado, including most of Metro Denver. Click here to enter your zip code or address and find the food pantry closest to you. Food Bank of the Rockies only distributes food directly to the public from its warehouse the third Saturday of every month from 9 a.m.-noon. Link here. | ||||||||
| Mile High United Way – Mile High United Way has an online food assistance resource center, where families can find information on food pantries, food vouchers, soup kitchens, community meals and more. Link here. | ||||||||
| Child Care – Colorado Shines Child Care Referral at Mile High United Way offers a free child care resource and referral service. Contact a Child Care Navigator 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at 1-877-338-2273 or email childcareoptions@unitedwaydenver.org. | ||||||||
| Clothes to Kids of Denver – Clothes to Kids of Denver provides free clothes to kids, so kids can feel comfortable and confident in the classroom and focus on success. Click here for eligibility information. | ||||||||
| Toys for Tots – The local Toys for Tots campaign provides holiday toys to families in need. Families can request toys by contacting one of Toys for Tots local partner organizations; click here for a list of those organizations. | ||||||||
| Energy and Utility Cost Assistance or Rental Assistance – Administered by Denver Human Services, the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) helps qualifying low-income households with winter heating costs by paying a portion of home energy bills. In Denver, 8,309 households received help with their utility costs during the 2016/2017 winter months thanks to LEAP. Residents who wish to apply may call 1-866-HEAT-HELP (432-8435). Click here for more information. | ||||||||
| Housing Crisis –The Temporary Rental Utility Assistance Program TRUA program provides rental and/or utility assistance to residents experiencing a housing crisis, offering up to six months of rent assistance and up to $1,000 in utility payments. The city is using the 3-1-1 call center to route residents looking to access housing assistance. Residents can dial Denver’s main information line, 3-1-1, and press 6 for help. Information is also available here. | ||||||||
| Safe2Tell – Safe2Tell is an anonymous report line to report anything that concerns or threatens you, your friends, your family, or your community. Reports are taken any time, any day. Call to make a report at 1-877-542-7233 to make a report or use their online reporting system at this link. | ||||||||
| Important Links | ||||||||
| School Bell Schedule | ||||||||
| School Calendar | ||||||||
| Parent-Student Handbook English | ||||||||
| Manual para Padres y Estudiantes |