The Mayor's Office for Education and Children (MOEC) was established in 1995 to serve children and youth in the City of Denver from birth to young adulthood. Partnering with Denver Public Schools and youth-serving programs across the City, MOEC supports Denver’s young people in exploring, engaging and succeeding in their communities and schools. MOEC focuses on three broad areas designed to guide young people on a positive path:
To pursue its three focus areas, MOEC both designs new initiatives and intentionally invests resources in partnerships with community organizations delivering innovative programs. MOEC’s efforts are achieving promising outcomes for the children and young people served.
Vision
To be a great City for Denver's children, youth and families
Mission
To strengthen and enhance the development and education of Denver's children, youth, and families
Guiding Principles
- Strength-based approach to working with children, parents, and families
- Focusing on the first two decades of life
- Leading through partnerships
- Staff will work with respect, flexibility, efficiency, integrity, and justice