Hello RASA Families - As a Title 1 school, we need your input on how we spend extra funds. You also have the right to know about our teachers' accreditation status, academic programming, and more about how we operate the school. If you would like to join our first Title 1 Meeting of the year, it will be held on Thursday, October 22, at 5pm. We will also have a virtual option, linked below.
RASA Title 1 Meeting - Virtual Link: https://meet.google.com/juz-gjiw-prd
Please read the following letter for updates on our search for a new principal.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1u_sX4yJeQPVA-rpD_bajLPV2zh4iiXFoqpKEEBkZzmA/edit?usp=sharing
Additionally, there will be a Family Engagement and Principal Hiring Preparation Meeting tonight at 5pm. We hope to see you there!
Guardians: Tomorrow's CSC meeting agenda is ready to review. We hope to see all of you at our first Collaborative School Committee meeting of the year!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kPM1enCzuJbYLDBm37gTYaU5hW0Rt2DTTxwcdstHPX8/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kPM1enCzuJbYLDBm37gTYaU5hW0Rt2DTTxwcdstHPX8/edit?usp=sharing
Tomorrow (9/10) is an early release day at RASA! Dismissal will be at 1:15pm.
Hello RASA Foxes! Friendly reminder that today (9/3) is a full school day.
Early dismissal Thursdays generally occur on the second Thursday of the month. Please refer to the academic calendar on our website for a complete list of early dismissal and "no school" days.
Hello RASA families! Remember that pick-up is at 3:35pm this year. Please arrive promptly to pick up your child(ren)!
Hi RASA Families! Reminder: Our ECE Continuation is this Friday, May 22nd at 9AM (19201 E 62nd Ave). 🎓🎈
Good morning RASA families! Tonight we will be hosting our Mending Hearts Event at RASA from 3:30pm-5:00pm. We will be offering some calming Yoga classes, fun arts and crafts and a dance space all in an effort to support healing and mindfulness! We are so excited to have you all join us! Please let us know if you have any questions.
Dear RASA families and community,
I am writing to you today to address a matter that has arisen regarding my attire at this morning’s drop off at RASA. It has come to my attention that what I wore while I was outside greeting students and parents, like I do each day, was in an attempt to impersonate ICE officials. This could not be farther from the truth. I take pride in greeting families and students each day to make each person feel welcomed and ensure they move in and out of the building safely. My attire was solely in the spirit of staying warm on a frigid day to meet and greet students and families.
Again, I state, my choice of clothing was strictly for warmth. Furthermore, I have not and never will take any measure to provoke or simulate an intimidating presence for any of our students, families or community members. I am concerned at the notion that my keeping warm would be construed as anything more than that. I am acutely aware of the nation’s happenings and circumstances associated with the concerns of my community and situations associated thereto, and to know that a simple attempt to stay warm caused fear, anxiety or trauma for our students and families deeply saddens me.
To be clear, it is my goal for our school to be a place where any and all feel welcome and respected, in addition to being able to breathe a sigh of relief, not a place where you feel a sense of panic. It was never my intent to cause distress, and I am truly apologetic if this was the impact this had on our school, our immediate community or beyond.
I want to reiterate our unwavering commitment to the RASA community and beyond:
Our school is a Safe Haven! We do not allow federal immigration officials onto our campus without following the strictest legal and district protocols.
Every student and family belongs here. Regardless of background or status, you and your child are safe, loved and protected within these walls.
I value the trust I have been given as the Principal of RASA, and I will continue to be mindful and respectful of the feelings and wishes of the RASA community and beyond.
If you or your child would like to talk more about this, or if you need additional support from our counseling team, please reach out to me directly or visit our front office. As always, I, along with the RASA team, are here for you.
Thank you for your understanding and grace, as well as being a part of our RASA family.
With sincerity and respect,
Dr. Anthony McWright
Principal
I am writing to you today to address a matter that has arisen regarding my attire at this morning’s drop off at RASA. It has come to my attention that what I wore while I was outside greeting students and parents, like I do each day, was in an attempt to impersonate ICE officials. This could not be farther from the truth. I take pride in greeting families and students each day to make each person feel welcomed and ensure they move in and out of the building safely. My attire was solely in the spirit of staying warm on a frigid day to meet and greet students and families.
Again, I state, my choice of clothing was strictly for warmth. Furthermore, I have not and never will take any measure to provoke or simulate an intimidating presence for any of our students, families or community members. I am concerned at the notion that my keeping warm would be construed as anything more than that. I am acutely aware of the nation’s happenings and circumstances associated with the concerns of my community and situations associated thereto, and to know that a simple attempt to stay warm caused fear, anxiety or trauma for our students and families deeply saddens me.
To be clear, it is my goal for our school to be a place where any and all feel welcome and respected, in addition to being able to breathe a sigh of relief, not a place where you feel a sense of panic. It was never my intent to cause distress, and I am truly apologetic if this was the impact this had on our school, our immediate community or beyond.
I want to reiterate our unwavering commitment to the RASA community and beyond:
Our school is a Safe Haven! We do not allow federal immigration officials onto our campus without following the strictest legal and district protocols.
Every student and family belongs here. Regardless of background or status, you and your child are safe, loved and protected within these walls.
I value the trust I have been given as the Principal of RASA, and I will continue to be mindful and respectful of the feelings and wishes of the RASA community and beyond.
If you or your child would like to talk more about this, or if you need additional support from our counseling team, please reach out to me directly or visit our front office. As always, I, along with the RASA team, are here for you.
Thank you for your understanding and grace, as well as being a part of our RASA family.
With sincerity and respect,
Dr. Anthony McWright
Principal
Friday January 23rd, in honor of the Broncos making it to the AFC Championships, we want to support our local team and wish the well! Make sure to wear your best Orange and Blue and cheer on the Broncos!
We are excited to announce our Winter Spirit Week running from Monday, December 15th, through Friday, December 19th! Check your email for more information!
Good afternoon RASA families! Just a reminder that students do not have class tomorrow Friday October 16th! Enjoy the long weekend!
Good Afternoon RASA Families! Just a reminder that students do not have school tomorrow Monday September 22nd! Enjoy your 3-day weekend!
Dear RASA Families,
We want to inform you about the lockdown that occurred at our school today at 10:15am. The situation was the result of a glitch in our system and there was no actual threat to our students or staff.
As a precaution, the Denver Police Department responded immediately and thoroughly cleared the building. They confirmed that there was no danger present, and the school was safe to resume normal operations.
The safety of our students and staff is always our highest priority, and we appreciate your understanding and support as we addressed this situation.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our front office.
Thank you,
RASA Administration
We want to inform you about the lockdown that occurred at our school today at 10:15am. The situation was the result of a glitch in our system and there was no actual threat to our students or staff.
As a precaution, the Denver Police Department responded immediately and thoroughly cleared the building. They confirmed that there was no danger present, and the school was safe to resume normal operations.
The safety of our students and staff is always our highest priority, and we appreciate your understanding and support as we addressed this situation.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our front office.
Thank you,
RASA Administration
Check out the latest edition of the RASA Radar! https://denverpsco.edurooms.com/engage/responsive-arts-steam-academy-fne-rasa/newsletters/rasa-radar-august-4-2025
New Bell Schedule for the 2025-26 School Year
Please note we have updated the bell schedule for the 2025-26 school year.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 8:20 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Early Release: Thursdays, 8:20 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Please note we have updated the bell schedule for the 2025-26 school year.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 8:20 a.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Early Release: Thursdays, 8:20 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.
Our ECE students showed off all they’ve learned in their first year at the ECE Art Exhibit🎨🖼️
At RASA, we believe in the power of creativity to deepen learning. From sensory exploration to emotional expression, our youngest learners proved just how transformative the arts can be in building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
“The arts enhance the process of learning. The systems they nourish, which include our sensory, attention, cognitive, emotional, and motor capabilities are, in fact, the driving force is behind all other learning.” -Eric Jensen
https://www.facebook.com/reel/10042752885805443
At RASA, we believe in the power of creativity to deepen learning. From sensory exploration to emotional expression, our youngest learners proved just how transformative the arts can be in building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
“The arts enhance the process of learning. The systems they nourish, which include our sensory, attention, cognitive, emotional, and motor capabilities are, in fact, the driving force is behind all other learning.” -Eric Jensen
https://www.facebook.com/reel/10042752885805443
Our 1st graders worked hard all year learning the song “Count on Me” for continuation, featuring behind the scenes practice from Royal and Rosie! 🎓💖
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1775817253148277
https://www.facebook.com/reel/1775817253148277
As our founding year at RASA comes to a close, we celebrate our amazing students, staff, families and community who made this journey unforgettable💖
To our founding students and families who took a chance on a brand new school, our staff who bravely faced every challenge with a full heart, and our community who believed in our mission - thank you. This is just the beginning, your legacy as RASA’s founding family will inspire the many years to come.
To our founding students and families who took a chance on a brand new school, our staff who bravely faced every challenge with a full heart, and our community who believed in our mission - thank you. This is just the beginning, your legacy as RASA’s founding family will inspire the many years to come.
