Special Projects

The Office of School Social Work sponsors several different service-related projects including:


optometristVision Services
Vision Program to provide eye exams and eyeglasses for DPS students
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graduationMildred Ellis Scholarship
Providing assistance to young people who have overcome adversities while demonstrating the academic and social potential to succeed.
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buildingThe Joyce Jones Memorial Fund
To assist special education students who have a one time financial need of $50.00 or less.
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girlSara Kerr Fund
To help students who have a “one time” financial need of $50.00 or less, which cannot be met through other resources.
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bellSchool Bell
Providing thousands of DPS students with new clothing, coats, hygiene items, school supplies, shoe vouchers, and lunch without any cost to the parent.
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Holiday Toy Drive
Annual toy drive for homeless and needy DPS children and youth.
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