About DSST: Cedar Middle School

Elin has degrees in biology and Spanish from Colorado State University and received her master’s in curriculum and instruction from the University of Colorado and her principal licensure from the University of Denver. Elin was a founding staff member on two campuses and taught science in Denver Public Schools prior to joining DSST. Since June of 2014 she has helped lead the team at DSST: Cedar to achieve breakthrough middle and high school results while founding a 6-12 campus. Elin believes deeply in the potential of all
students, the power of integrated schools, and the necessity of college access for all students in the 21st century.

DSST graduates will have...

Ultimately, we seek to develop graduates to become the best versions of themselves, lead fulfilling lives, and make a contribution to the human story aligned to their chosen purpose.

• 2019 National Blue Ribbon School
• Green Rating (highest possible) on Colorado School Performance Framework
• 100% College and Postsecondary Program Acceptance
• #1 in math proficiency for Black students out of all Colorado middle schools

Extracurriculars

• Extracurriculars
• Beginning Band
• Drama
• Harry Potter Club
• Falcons Without Borders
• Dungeons & Dragons
• Guitar Club
• Chess Club
• Art Club
• Golf Club
• Skateboarding Club
• Coding Club
• Lego Club
• Robotics Club
• Engineering Club
• Offerings change yearly based on student interest

Sports

• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Soccer
• Cross Country
• Flag Football
• Spirit Squad

STEM & Arts

• Digital Arts
• Music

Gifted & Talented programming is available in each grade.

Schedule: 8:20AM-3:50PM; Wednesday early release at 1:30pm

Students may enter the building at 8:05AM