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Endorsements
Endorsed by members of the Denver School Board
Scott Esserman
At-Large
Michelle Quattlebaum
District 4
Charmaine Lindsay
District 5
Endorsed by members of the Colorado Black Caucus of School Board Directors
Regina English
Colorado State Representative | Harrison School District Two, Director | Vice President of the Colorado Black Caucus of School Board Directors
President Auon’tai Anderson is a dedicated advocate for students across the state of Colorado. He has worked with Republicans, Democrats, and Independents to ensure that the voices of Black School Board Members, students, educators, and families are listened to and have a seat at the table. Auon’tai has a proven track record delivering on his promises to voters four years ago. I hope you will join me in supporting this amazing young man to return to the Denver School Board for another four years.
Meosha Brooks
St. Vrain Valley School District, Director | Treasurer of the Colorado Black Caucus of School Board Directors
President Auon'tai Anderson has a track record of championing student centered issues. He continues to be a pragmatic leader both Denver Public Schools and across the state of Colorado.
Corey Williams
President, Harrison School District Two
JJ Frazier
Vice President, Harrison School District Two
Will Jones
Vice President, Mesa County School District 51
Janice McDonald
Vice President, Cherry Creek School District
Darlene Derbigny
Secretary | East Otero School District
Michelle Wills-Hill
Secretary Harrison School District Two
Michael Carter
Secretary | Aurora Public Schools
Stephanie Mason
Vice President, Aurora Public Schools
Auon’tai is a brilliant young man on the Denver School Board with a proven record for fighting for all our students to receive a quality education. It is my honor to endorse Auon'tai.
Wanda James
University of Colorado Regent, Congressional District One
Auon’tai is a young man on a mission. He has dedicated his term to ensuring the voices of students remain the center of his work. While he has endured things others have not, he continues to fight for Denver Public Schools and all students regardless of their school model. Auon’tai will be a strategic partner that can help diversify the pipeline to the CU system! I am elated to endorse Auon’tai’s re-election campaign!
Devin Del Palacio
Arizona State Representative | Tolleson Union High School District Governing Board, Director | Chairman of the National Black Council
As the Chairman of the National Black Caucus of School Boards, I’ve witnessed President Anderson’s dedication to ensuring historically marginalized voices are amplified and represented in spaces that have traditionally excluded them. Auon’tai has been a courageous leader for Black and Brown students across the country. When knocked down, Auon’tai continues to get right back up to fight for the kids. Denver Public Schools needs his bold and authentic leadership to return to the School Board for another four years.
Endorsed by Denver Educators
Amanda McDonald
Denver Public Schools Principal
Auon’tai makes systemic changes to the educational system and is always willing to listen and advocate. What more could you need in a board member?
Michael Atkins
Denver Public Schools Principal
Director Auon'tai is a courageous leader who leads with his heart and student experiences close to his vest. He represents so many students who don’t have a voice because they’re silenced by inequitable policy and systems/mindsets of oppression.
Arnetta Sinclair
Denver Public Schools Principal
Michelyn Johnson
Parent & Educator
Steve Smith
Parent & Educator
Suzanne Koehler
Parent & Educator
Marlinda Mendoza
Parent & Educator
Abbey Winter
Parent & Educator
Kelly Molinet
Parent & School Leader
Kia Abdool
Former Denver Public Schools Principal
Benita Cervantes
Denver Public Schools Principal
Auon’tai is clear in his beliefs and stands behind them.
Kayla Grayson
Parent & Director of Elementary Schools, Denver Public Schools
I'm endorsing Auon'tai because of his true dedication to the children of Denver & his courage to speak up and out against injustice.
Endorsed by Denver Parents & Community Leaders
MiDian Holmes
Parent | DPS Alumna | Community Leader
Auon'tai Anderson is an undeniably necessary presence for our students, families, and community. He is a leader that has a calling and a gift! He displays his ability to engage the community from countless paths of life and has been a bridge over troubled waters that have surfaced in recent times. Not only does Auon'tai lean into the responsibility of his seat, but he also recognizes the importance. He actively pursues partnerships from all perspectives so that he can make informed decisions that represent the needs of our students and families.
Ashlee Wedgeworth
Parent | DPS Alumna | Community Leader
I am endorsing Auon’tai M. Anderson as he has been an effective School Board Member and truly advocates for the best interests of the youth.
brother jeff
DPS Alum | Parent | Community Leader
Jason McBride
Community Leader
Neal Walia
Community Leader
Cheryl Carter
Community Leader
Teresa Hailey
DPS Alumna | Community Leader
Pasha Ripley
Community Leader
Karen Ashmore
Community Leader
Rachael Lehman
Parent | Community Leader |
College Professor
Lynn Anderson-Thayer
Community Leader
Rebecca Norris
Parent & Community Leader
Ian Coggins
Parent & Community Leader
Aaron Futrell
Community Leader
Lucy Martin
Community Leader
Shavonne Blades
Community Leader
Meryl Dugay
Community Leader
Ariana Cde Baca
Parent & Community Leader
Tyler Drum
Community Leader
Kelly Mayr
Parent
Deronn Turner
Parent & Community Leader
John Seigert
Parent & Community Leader
Helen Bradshaw
Community Leader
Jamie Sarche
Parent & Community Leader
Pastor Felicia Malone-Flowers
Faith Leader
Bishop Jerry Demmer
Faith Leader
Superintendent
Patrick Demmer
Faith Leader
Coach John Bailey
DPS Alum | Community Leader
Sandy Robnett
Community Leader
Lacy McDonald
Parent & Educator
Candice Bailey
Community Leader
Pastor Thomas Mayes
Faith Leader
Helen Rigmaiden
DPS Alumna | Community Leader
Lisa Young
Community Leader
Dr. Syl Morgan Smith
Faith Leader
Abbey Winter
Parent & Educator
Kristen Russell
Parents & Community Leader
Mari Copeny
Little Miss Flint
Andrea Chavez
Parent & Community Leader
I am endorsing Auon'tai because he can relate to DPS students. He has experienced what most of our students of color are still experiencing today. But he has proven that he gets things changed for the better; I'm trusting him for the next four years!
Brandon Beston
Small Bussiness Owner | Community Leader
Director Auon'tai M. Anderson has accomplished so many important things in his first term on the Denver School Board. I was honored to be in attendance at the Board meeting when the Gender Neutral Bathroom Restroom resolution passed with his leadership. Auon'tai is a fierce leader, advocate, and ally to all communities within the DPS system. I'm proud to Endorse Director Anderson for another term on the School Board.
Kristen Hirsch
Parent & Community Leader
Director Anderson has centered on students, educators, and their needs throughout his first term. He is problem-solving real problems our kids face (access to appropriate bathrooms and hygiene products), and he will continue to champion those he serves.
Leaders from across the nation support Auon’tai’s vision for Denver kids.
Vickie Smit
Albany City School District, President
Auon'tai has been a national educational leader, transforming how systems work for school districts across the country. He will continue to be a powerful voice for Denver's children.
Dr. Tarece Johnson-Morgan
Gwinnett County Public Schools, Chair
Auon’tai is an exceptionally courageous leader who is the hope for our children’s future. He is the difference, and I am honored to support him.
Gail Johnson
Former City Commissioner,
City of Gainesville, Florida
Korin Kirk
Binghamton City School District
Board of Education Director
Joshua Simmons
Vice Mayor - Coral Springs, FL
Justin Brooks
Mayor - Erie, Colorado
Kenneth Biz Allen
Commissioner
Indianapolis Public Schools
Angelia Moore
Commissioner
Indianapolis Public Schools
Nicole Carey
Commissioner
Indianapolis Public Schools
Sabrina Hill
Director - Clayton County Public Schools
Chinua Rhodes
2nd Vice President Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education
Leroy Tre Hutchins
Director - Cobb County Public Schools
Korey Strozier
Director - Tacoma Public Schools
Ethan Ashley
Board Member
Orleans Parish School Board
Giselle Martinez
Newburgh City Council Ward 1
Rafa Diaz Martinez
Vice President
Judson Independent School District
Berdetta Hodge
Tempe City Councilwoman
Tempe Union High School Governing Board Member
Delishia Porterfield
Nashville City Councilwoman, District 29
R. Syntel Brown
Griffin-Spalding County School District
Board Member
Albany City School District,
Board Member
Althea Stevens
New York City Councilwoman, District 16
Sandy Nurse
New York City Councilwoman, District 37
Chair,
North Clackamas School District
Sarah James
Tempe Union High School District
Governing Board Member
Brian Garcia
Tempe Union High School District
Governing Board President
Armando Montero
Tempe Union High School District
Governing Board Vice President
Winford Adams
Vice President - Spring ISD School District,
Kathryn Haines
Chesterfield Public School District - Midlothian District, Board Member
Felecia Duggins
Capital School District, Board Member
Dr. Chanda Jackson
President - Capital School District
John Martin
Capital School District, Board Member
Christiane Buggs
Metro Nashville Public Schools, Chair
ADorian-Murray-Thomas
Newark Board of Education, At-Large
Tamillia Valenzuela
Washington Elementary School District
Bruce Franks Jr.
Former Missouri State Representative
Gabriela Lopez
Former School Board President,
San Francisco Unified School District
Andy Kerr
Jefferson County Commissioner
Herman Greene
Portland Public Schools, Director
Auon'tai is the change that we have been waiting on. A lot of people talk about change, he embodies it.
Leslie Summey
Arapahoe County Commissioner, District 4
Auon’tai Anderson is a champion for equity and justice. He continues center the individual needs of the students that he serves and works to ensure Denver Public Schools continues to lead in pay for educators, inclusive practices for LGBTQIA + communities, and that Denver Public Schools fulfills their promise to ensure that every learner thrives. Auon’tai is well equipped to serve on the Denver School Board for another four years.