Widely recognized today as one of the best urban school systems in the country, Denver Public Schools serves the residents of the City and County of Denver, Colorado.

While its roots can be traced to 1859, when the city was founded, the district was officially created in 1902 when voters approved a constitutional amendment that created the City and County of Denver. The same constitutional amendment consolidated five school districts into today’s School District No. 1.

Our Mission:To provide all students the opportunity to achieve the knowledge and skills necessary to become contributing citizens in our diverse society.

Compensation at Denver Public Schools means more than just a paycheck. Our wide range of benefits ensures that you and your family enjoy a healthy and secure lifestyle today and in the future.

DPS benefits are comprehensive and easy to use. You receive some benefits automatically and at no cost. You can select other benefits that you pay for through convenient payroll deductions.

DPS offers you the following benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Sick Leave Benefits
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan
• Tax-Sheltered Annuity (voluntary)
• U.S. Savings Bond purchases (voluntary)
• 457 Deferred Comp Plan