DPP Pillars and Descriptions by Kati Van Sicklen

2025-10-01 15:40:30 UTC

High-quality ECE environments and interactions are only sustainable with a thriving workforce. This means enhanced compensation, career pathways, professional development and more. DPP will work tirelessly to ensure it is meeting this demand.

2025-10-01 15:41:02 UTC

Through proof of concept, DPP can demonstrate that a high-quality 0-5 ECE system can have significant impacts on children’s lives, and the business and public mindset and financial support will align. This will be achieved through an unwavering commitment to leveraging data and living out their core values.

2025-10-01 16:02:56 UTC

DPP aspires to become the convener and leader in Denver’s ECE system to ensure Denver’s children, families, and providers thrive. Through advocacy, collaboration, innovation, and responsiveness, DPP will establish the standard of excellence, not only for the rest of Colorado, but for the country.

2025-10-01 16:03:13 UTC

By launching a new infant and toddler pilot program, DPP will signal its intentions to tackle the full spectrum of ECE. This investment will create a transformational approach centering equitable access to high-quality care and education, where children are seamlessly supported from birth to kindergarten entry.