By: Josh Griffin, Principal
Last week, I was thrilled to share the news of the great success of D’Evelyn students on the SAT and PSAT 9 & 10 from the April 2021 statewide administration. Those results are a great tribute to the hard work and dedication of our students, faculty, and staff, and the outstanding support of our families. We have received additional great news. Each year, the Colorado Department of Higher Education completes a study of the postsecondary success of Colorado High School graduates. One statistic generated in this study is called “remediation rates”. Remediation rates measure the percentage of graduates that require remedial coursework in public Colorado colleges and universities for English and Math. In its most recent study, the Colorado Department of Higher Education found that the D’Evelyn Class of 2019 earned a 0% remediation rate. This means that among all graduates of the D’Evelyn Class of 2019, no one needed remedial coursework in English or Math. In the 11 years for which remediation rate data is available, we are proud to say that we have never had a class of graduates with a remediation rate about 4%. This remediation rate data is a remarkable tribute to the quality of the D’Evelyn liberal arts program and the commitment of our students, staff, and families. Each year, the remediation data is a great point of pride - it highlights the level of knowledge and skills our graduates bring with them as they pursue postsecondary study. On a personal note, I want to share with our full D’Evelyn community about some temporary change in our leadership team over the next few weeks. My wife and I are expecting our third daughter. She will likely arrive during the week of September 20th. In order to support my wife and all three of our daughters, I plan to take a leave of absence beginning Wednesday, September 22nd that I plan to conclude on Monday, November 1st. I am thrilled to share that in my absence, veteran educational leader and recently retired D’Evelyn AP Tim Schmeckpeper has agreed to serve as the interim principal. “Schmeck” is a great man and has played an important role in my life dating back to my freshman year of high school. I am honored that he has agreed to fill the role of interim principal in my absence. Mr. Schmeckpeper will begin his interim appointment on Monday, September 27th. Additionally, D’Evelyn AP and Athletic Director, Jerry McWhorter will also be taking a leave of absence for at least the next few weeks. We are fortunate to have Mr. Kevin Land join us to serve as interim AP in Jerry’s absence. Mr. Land will work to support high school students with last names starting with A-L. Mr. Land will begin his interim appointment on Monday, September 20th. I have great confidence in our administrative team, our faculty, staff, and counselors - they will do an outstanding job of continuing their important work in my absence. I encourage students and families to continue to utilize direct communication, and work directly with the teachers, counselors, staff, and administrators. If you need assistance connecting with a member of the D’Evelyn faculty or staff, please contact our Main Office at 303-982-2600 during office hours (7 AM - 3 PM, Monday-Friday). I wish you all the best during the next few weeks. I will miss my daily interactions with D’Evelyn students, faculty, staff, and families, but at this time, it will be important for me to dedicate time to my family. I appreciate your support and understanding as we welcome our new daughter in the upcoming days! Comments are closed.
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