May & Summer Events 2024

DCSD Staff Wellness Monthly Newsletter

Hi Team,

We hope you will join us for one or more of the upcoming Staff Wellness events as we round out this year! Our Spring Into Motion District Showdown with Aurora Public Schools (APS) has ended and we fought a valiant effort. However, APS has won the showdown this year. They will be receiving a trophy that is filled with DCSD merch :). Way to go DCSD; I’m so proud of you for getting out there and getting in all of those steps! Looking forward, here are a few things coming up in May & this summer to support your well-being:

Epic Obstacle Course Adventure Day (additional spots open)
Environmental Toxins Webinar with Dr. Jessica Ridgley from Sky Ridge Medical Center
Benefits Open Enrollment
DCSD Summer Book Club
DCSD Summer Hiking Groups
Local Walks With a Purpose

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Epic Obstacle Course Adventure Day: Saturday, May 4, 2024

Choose from 3 available time slots: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, or 12:30 pm (staff and families are welcome at all time slots). Join us at the Phillip S. Miller Park in Castle Rock (check it out), for only $25/person (regularly $60) to challenge yourself on the Sky Trek Obstacle Challenge Course. Grab your colleagues and Register here by May 2. Family members are welcome to join in on the fun for the same discounted rate.

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Webinar - Environmental Toxins: The Invisible Health Killer, May 20, 2024 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Join Dr. Jessica Ridgley from Sky Ridge Medical Center for this webinar where she will delve into the hidden dangers lurking in our surroundings and explore their profound impact on human health and well-being.. Click here to find out more and register.

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Benefits Open Enrollment is Happening Now!

Benefits Open Enrollment is currently happening! Now is the time to select and review your benefits for the 2024 - 2025 year from now through May 17, 2024. Check out all of the great Benefits options available for you in our DCSD Benefits Guide. Click here to go to the DCSD Benefits Website

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DCSD Summer Book Club (Virtual): Afternoons in June

Dive into a good book with a great community by joining our 4-Week DCSD Staff Summer Book Club! We will be reading, Just the Way You Are by Beth Moran. Book Club meetings will be virtually held from 4 - 5pm in June on Wednesday, June 5, and Thursdays, June 13, 20, and 27. Find out more and register here.

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DCSD Staff Wellness Summer Hiking Groups: Select Summer Days

Embrace the great outdoors with our Summer Hiking Groups! Join us as we lead a series of invigorating hikes to nearby scenic trails, allowing you to reconnect with nature and fellow DCSD employees. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just starting out, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore breathtaking landscapes, boost your fitness, and enjoy time with colleagues. Find out more and register today by clicking here!

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Local Walks With a Purpose

Step into action and make a difference! Lace-up your shoes, enjoy the outdoors, and support a meaningful cause with every step you take.

American Heart Association - Heart Walk: Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Sloans Lake Park. Click here to find out more and register to join the Heart Walk

Walk to End Colon Cancer: Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Denver’s City Park. Click here to find out more and register to join the Walk to End Colon Cancer.