South High Alumni and Friends

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Do you ever wonder… what happens to your generous donations? It’s incredible how your support goes a long way! Apart from covering the costs of our Newsletter (printing and postage) and insurance for our beloved Museum and historical area, we also make a difference in the lives of SHS students. This year, we had the pleasure of partnering with Clothes to Kids of Denver to provide our students with a brand-new wardrobe, enabling them to attend school with confidence and dignity. Moreover, your kind donations help sustain the Food Bank hosted by the PTSA. As a part of the community, we happily contribute $300 per quarter to the Food Bank. We take pride in being a positive force in our village, and we just wanted you to know how impactful your contributions are.

Your ongoing support also enables us to implement new educational programs, fund scholarships, and maintain the historical area, ensuring that future generations can experience and learn from our rich heritage. Additionally, thanks to the generosity of donors like you, we are able to organize community events that bring neighbors together and foster a sense of belonging and unity.

Through your donations, you are not just supporting a cause; you are truly transforming lives and making a lasting impact in our community. Every dollar you contribute ripples outwards, touching the lives of students, families, and individuals in need. We greatly appreciate your dedication to our cause and the meaningful difference you are helping us make.

July 2023

NEW (7/24/23) SHAFI recently received this letter and request from Alex at DPS. If you are willing and available to lend a helping hand, please reach out to Alex using the contact number provided below.

South Alumni and Friends:

I work in DPS’ central office and support the district’s career and college readiness programming (K-12 career exploration events, mentorships, internships, apprenticeships, etc). 

Currently my team is working to recruit mentors to support our Coach Mentoring Program starting in September. 

The Coach program matches area professionals with DPS high school students through a facilitated cohort model that meets monthly for 2-3 hours in-person at the schools between September and May.

Cohorts are organized around either a specific career pathway of interest (business, construction, medical, tech, aviation, etc.), or through an affinity group model (BIPOC, Spanish speaking, Girls in STEM, etc) where students can potentially see themselves in various industries as they explore their post-secondary options.  

South High School will be hosting two cohorts this coming year – one focused on medical/healthcare careers, and another geared towards BIPOC professionals. 

Do you think it would be possible to spread the word about the program and volunteer opportunities through your SHAFI network? 

Happy to hop on a phone call to discuss if you’d like. 
Also, I put together this Coach Communications Toolkit (Google Doc or PDF) to make it easier to share the program with others. 

Thank you!
Best, 

-Alex

Alex Turnacliff | External Partnerships Specialist


1860 Lincoln Street Denver, CO 80203 p: 303.229.7939 | alexander_turnacliff@dpsk12.org
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Our dedication was a success..

The specific relevant content for this request, if necessary, delimited with characters: The Dedication of Denver South High School to the NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES took place on the west entry/lawn of South on Friday, April 21, 2023 at 4:00. The alumni were joined by Faculty, History Professionals, and Students in celebrating this monumental accomplishment. Please read more about it on our HISTORY PAGE.

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WELCOME

South High Alumni and Friends, Inc (SHAFI) is dedicated to keeping you informed about its ongoing activities and projects in real time through its website, accessible on various devices such as computers, tablets, iPads, and phones. While the organization will continue sending out its traditional newsletter to members, it aims to broaden its reach and engagement by providing regular updates and information on the website.

Established in the fall of 1990, the Alumni Association has had periods of significant membership, boasting up to 2,000 members. Supported by a grant from the Colorado Historical Society, SHAFI undertook the renovation of the Tower and Clock Room, with members continuing to maintain the Clock. Additionally, the Alumni has established a Historical Museum in the lower level area, which used to be the ROTC shooting/rifle range.

The challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and school closures in 2020 led to a temporary halt in the organization’s activities and projects. However, as of 2021, the South High Alumni and Friends is rejuvenated and ready to continue its mission. The primary goals include honoring the history of the institution and providing support to current and former students. The organization’s website is positioned to serve as a platform where members can engage, contribute, and connect with one another.

Furthermore, the South High Alumni and Friends welcomes ideas and input from its members to enhance the website. There is a desire for involvement from talented graduates to contribute to the development of the website, ensuring that it serves as an effective tool for communication and collaboration.

In summary, the South High Alumni and Friends, Inc is not only looking to reconnect with its members and bolster its activities but also seeking to strengthen its online presence by involving its community in the evolution of its website.

We have had OVER 3,000 visitors to our website in 2023. We continue to have new Alumni check out what is happening at South! They have visited us from all over the world. Below you can see the list of countries where we have been viewed from.

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