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Born on the Ranch, Built at The Ranch: Jayden Gamboa is Ready for the Future

"It's not a hobby, it's my life.” — Jayden Gamboa, DSST: Green Valley Ranch Senior

Some students come to DSST knowing exactly who they are. Jayden...

Opening a New Chapter: Celebrating the Student‑Led Creation of the DSST: Elevate Northeast Library

On a bright afternoon filled with pride, gratitude and a whole lot of joy, the DSST: Elevate Northeast community gathered to celebrate something...

A Purpose Fostered by Maternal Love: One DSST: Conservatory Green senior’s path to study medicine

Emily didn't arrive at interest in midwifery by accident. She traces it back to something she noticed as a little girl: the long, curved scar on her...

Teacher Feature Friday: Savianna Gonzales-Wagner knows that belonging is the foundation of learning

There's a question that sits at the heart of Savianna Gonzales-Wagner's work at DSST: Elevate High School:Do my students know they're wanted here?...

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