We are all on journeys, often not knowing what the outcome will be. This month we share the outcomes produced by Denver icon, Cleo Parker Robinson, and her 51 years with her dance company. Angelia McGowan shares the history of how, when and who helped make it happen. Read about the road Cleo travelled and where the company is today as she looks forward to celebrating this achievement with their upcoming performance, Journeys.

Denver Public Schools has been on journey in search of a new superintendent. Alfonzo Porter shares thoughts and plans by the new superintendent, Alex Marrero, who met with community members and education advocates to discuss issues facing families.

The world has been on journey and COVID-19 continues with twists and turns daily, producing uncertainty and confusion for many.

Theresa Ho talked to parents, teachers and administrators about COVID-19 protocols as youth prepared to go back to school. Lisa Marie Martinez checked in with residential care centers to find out how they are combatting COVID-19 with an array of protective measures. Thomas Holt Russell and Joshua Glen share facts about vaccines and opinions of people who aren’t convinced, after a community conversation with doctors – revealing there are still unanswered questions, hesitancy and confusion. One realization that was shared is that the journey of this virus will continue for years to come, so we must all continue to protect ourselves and our loved ones.

Journeys do come to an end and DUS once again is paying tribute to those who we have lost: Samuel “Sam” Batey and John Cary whose lives were full and dedicated to helping others as they journeyed through life. May they both rest in peace. Until next time, enjoy!

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