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Why DSST

When you join the DSST team, you will:

Be a part of helping to disrupt educational inequity

  • Since our founding, 100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or post-secondary programs, with an average of 6 college admittances per student in 2023.
  • DSST students score an average of 133 points higher on the SAT than students at schools with similar Free and Reduced Lunch percentages.
  • A majority of DSST schools are rated high-performing on our state framework, shattering predictable outcomes based on student demographics.
  • 9/10 families would recommend DSST to a friend or family member.
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Have the support to be your best

  • DSST leaders have a people-first approach with a commitment to the human condition.*
  • All DSST teachers and staff receive weekly one-on-one coaching.
  • DSST utilizes a research-based, culturally competent common curriculum approach.
  • Network-led leadership development is offered with internal and external training opportunities.
  • DSST Staff enjoy 11+ weeks off per year + paid PTO (from Day 1!)
  • Staff have access to comprehensive medical benefits, including fertility benefits and a mental health counselor that is dedicated solely to DSST staff. 
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*DSST View of the Human Condition: Each human being strives to be fully known and affirmed for who they are, and to contribute something significant to the human story.

Celebrate and be celebrated!

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“My managers care about me as a person as much as they care about my impact on the students in my math classroom.” -DSST Teacher

Join an inclusive, values-centered community

  • DSST schools are intentionally small, ensuring each community member is known and valued.
  • DSST works to cultivate a common set of values, meaningful relationships between students and staff and a genuine love of learning.  
  • Our Advisory model leads to strong relationships between teachers, students, and families.
  • We are an aspiring anti-racist organization. Each DSST campus has a DEI Liaison and Trans Youth Advocate.
  • DSST is committed to designing instruction that supports the success of all students.
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“I like how Aurora Science & Tech cares for the students and how they teach each student in a way they can all understand and learn in their own ways." -DSST Parent

Be a part of world-class STEM education

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