2022 Graduation Details:

We are excited to introduce our 2022 graduates. We are bursting with pride for these students. They have overcome many obstacles in their young lives to achieve their dreams of becoming high school graduates. 

Graduation will be held in the New Life in Christ Church sanctuary
(West Campus) on May 21st at 11 am.
1380 Ammons ST, Lakewood, CO., 80214 

2022 Graduates

Stephanie

2022 Graduate

DSS is a special place to me because they showed me the true meaning of hope. I want to thank them for always pushing me to be better. They saw it in me and knew I could do it. Most importantly, thank you DSS for getting me back in my faith! My goal is attending community college to become a vet tech. I’ve always had a love for animals.

Bianca

2022 Graduate

I want to thank DSS for never giving up on me and for always being there when I needed them. They helped me get closer to God and stay motivated in school. After graduation, I plan on studying law and becoming an attorney.

Camden

2022 Graduate

Without this school, I wouldn’t have graduated or been ready to take the next step in life. DSS showed me I am more capable than I thought, and if I put my mind to something, I can do it! Now I’m going to pursue construction management.

Quentin

2022 Graduate

Being at DSS taught me responsibility and personal value. I want to thank them for the patience they had with me and for their teaching. Next, I’m going to further my education through a community college or trade school.

June

2022  Graduate

DSS felt like a second home to me. I felt safe there, and I know they’ll always have my back. I’m planning to go to community college for computer science and also learn to be an aesthetician. DSS helped me reach my goals that will help me pursue my future!

Jose

2022 Graduate

I want to thank DSS for giving me the opportunity to grow, even though it was a rough journey. They taught me to pray and always put God first. DSS is a calm, safe place with wonderful, kind people. I plan to go to community college next year.

2022 Graduate

DSS helped me feel more comfortable with who I am. I learned to understand myself and face my challenges. I learned how to be loved. They helped me get on the right path with school. Donors helped me, too, with clothes and food. DSS is a special place for me. I never saw my life past the age of 16, but here I am. I plan on community college next.

2021 Graduates

Edward

2021 Graduate

Mia

2021 Graduate

DSS helped me in a time where I wasn’t taking anything in life seriously, and they’ve been like my second family. This school is why I want to continue my education. Before DSS, I never planned on going to college, but now I’m planning to study interior decorating.

Mateo

2021 Graduate

DSS helped me become a new person, and I’ll be the first one in my family to graduate. I plan on going to trade school to become an electrician. If it wasn’t for DSS, I’d be in jail or possibly dead right now. This is by far the best school there is.

Hope Graduate

2021 Graduate

The Denver Street School has helped me realize I am worth it. Thank you for never giving up on me! I just adore you guys, and I love that I was free to be myself here. My next step is a community college.

Ryan

2021 Graduate

DSS gave me another chance when other schools wouldn’t, thank you for your help supporting me!

Angelica

2021 Graduate

I went through difficult times while at DSS, and everyone was supportive and made me feel like I was at home. I’ll never forget the kindness they showed me. They seriously don’t get enough recognition for what they do. I’m so grateful for DSS and the teachers I consider family.

2021 Graduate

Siena

2021 Graduate

At DSS, I met people who now have a big impact on my life. They helped me grow and see my worth. After graduation, I’m going to get my Associates’s degree and become an ultrasound tech. I love you DSS… thank you!

2020 Graduates

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2019 Graduates

Daidrion

2019 Graduate

DSS is amazing because we get to learn about God in school; I want to thank DSS for all the opportunities they have given me.

Ava

2019 Graduate

If not for DSS, I’d still be struggling with addiction. Thank you for always being there when everyone else had given up on me. I’m going to be the first in my family to go on to college.

AJ

2019 Graduate

DSS helped me learn how to do school well. This has allowed me to earn my diploma! 

Kandie

2019 Graduate

At DSS, I learned about self-control, Truth, love, and trigonometry. I found a place that feels like home. I love my school family.

Demario

2019 Graduate

Every day I walk into school with a smile on my face knowing that I am a part of a family here.

Tiauna

2019 Graduate

DSS is helping me to get where I want to be by always pushing me to be and do better.

Jr

2019 Graduate

DSS taught me how to study hard, take life seriously, and walk toward Jesus.

Shonte

2019 Graduate

DSS is meaningful to me because it has helped me to better myself and get closer to God. The teachers and principal are actually here for you if you need someone to talk to, they will actually take the time out of their day to be there for you.

Sean

2019 Graduate

DSS helped me grow up and find out who I wanted to be. I would not have graduated without my school.

Rae

2019 Graduate

“Life happens, God is eternal.” I would not have graduated without DSS. 

Jesus

2019 Graduate

I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for DSS.

Jeana

2019 Graduate

The teachers helped me with more than just school, they helped me with so many personal problems and loved me when others didn’t.

Lindy

2019 Graduate

The Denver Street School has been there for my family and I when we were going through tough times, DSS feels like home, all of the teachers are here to help me believe in myself

Alex

2019 Graduate

The teachers are the kindest and most caring teachers of any school I have attended. DSS allowed me to graduate on time and have money to support my family.

Dani

2019 Graduate

At DSS I have learned a lot, my mindset has grown, as a woman of God! I have also improved in my academics. 

Precious

2019 Graduate

Layah

2019 Graduate

Jasmine

2019 Graduate

I have learned to love others and that God loves me.

2018 Graduates

Kristy

2018 Graduate

If not for DSS, I’d still be struggling with addiction. Thank you for always being there when everyone else had given up on me. I’m going to be the first in my family to go on to college.

Summer

2018 Graduate

DSS taught me how to be successful in school and keep a good head on my shoulders. I love that I’ve had such a good relationship with my teachers. They love us and help us out as much as they can. Thank you!

Mikel

2018 Graduate

DSS helped me find purpose in school and in life. Without this school, I’d probably be selling drugs, in jail or dead. Thank you for letting me find myself here, and for giving me another chance at life.

Antonio

2018 Graduate

Thank you for getting me back on track and for being there when I needed you the most. You taught me to have determination for my goals, and so I’m planning to go to CU and become a neurosurgeon.

Rachel

2018 Graduate

DSS, thank you for actually caring about me and my education. You’ve helped me become a better person by showing me how to change old habits. I don’t know where I’d be with you!

Alexis

2018 Graduate

DSS, thank you for everything. Without you, I don’t think I would have graduated on time—if at all. You helped me stay focused! Next, I’m planning to attend CCD for either pre-med or CSI.

Ty

2018 Graduate

When I started DSS, I hated everything about the school. But now this school is like my family. Thank you for showing love to me and my daughter, and for a second chance. You’ve helped me through so much.

Breanna

2018 Graduate

DSS taught me to be more independent and responsible and to stay out of trouble. Thanks for helping me, graduate! I’m planning to go to Emily Griffith to get my barbering license.

Alma

2018 Graduate

DSS feels like a second home and I love the teachers. Thank you for teaching me about Jesus and helping me think about my future. I’ll be the first in my family to go to college!

Ahrie

2018 Graduate

Thank you for giving me a second family and always accepting me just as I am. I’ve learned to be more patient, accept help, and control my anger. And thanks for introducing me to Jesus.

Alysa

2018 Graduate

Without the support of DSS, I’d probably be sitting in jail. Thank you for helping me through all my struggles and for loving me for who I am. This school has helped me become a better person.

Shania

2018 Graduate

I am planning to go to cosmetology school after graduation. Thanks for making me push myself and helping me find my motivation! I now know I can do anything I put my mind to.

Isaiah

2018 Graduate

A Word From Our Graduates

The DSS Difference…