Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has joined Denver Families Action in endorsing four candidates for the Denver Public Schools Board of Education. The Mayor’s endorsement underscores his confidence in these leaders’ ability to deliver strong, student-centered governance for Denver’s schools.
Mayor Johnston has endorsed Alex Magaña (At-Large), Mariana del Hierro (District 2), Caron Blanke (District 3), and Timiya Jackson (District 4). Each of these candidates brings extensive experience in education and community leadership, reflecting a shared commitment to equity, collaboration, and student achievement.
“These four leaders represent the bold, thoughtful, and experienced leadership we need on the Denver school board,” said Mayor Johnston. “They bring deep roots in our communities, a track record of putting students first, and a commitment to working in partnership with families, educators, and the broader community to ensure every child in Denver has the opportunity to thrive.”
Before becoming mayor, Johnston spent much of his career in education as a teacher, principal, and policy leader. His continued focus on Denver’s schools highlights his belief that strong public education is the cornerstone of a thriving city.
“Strong schools are the foundation of a strong city,” Johnston added. “I’m proud to support these four leaders who will fight every day for Denver’s kids. I’m encouraged by the district’s recent progress — earning an Accredited (Green) performance rating for the first time in five years — and I believe there’s even more great work ahead with the right leadership in place.”
Mayor Johnston’s endorsement reaffirms Denver Families Action’s confidence that Magaña, del Hierro, Blanke, and Jackson will strengthen collaboration across the district and bring the focus back to students, families, and educators.
Ballots for the November election have been mailed to registered voters. Denver residents are encouraged to track their ballots and vote by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 4.
Mariana del Hierro
District 2
Caron Blanke
District 3
Timiya Jackson
District 4
Alex Magaña
At-Large
Denver Families Action (DFA) is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting the voices of public school families, educators, and community members across Denver. DFA develops and supports the next generation of education advocates and leaders through hands-on training and leadership programs that empower families, educators and community members to shape the future of public education.
Denver Families for Public Schools is a non-partisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to reimagine an equitable public education system in Denver by increasing civic engagement, shaping education policy, and developing the next generation of grassroots and civic leaders. The work of Denver Families is grounded in listening to the community, learning what issues they care about the most deeply, and partnering with communities as they take action to reimagine an equitable public education system. Denver Families for Public Schools did not participate in Denver Families Action’s endorsement process nor does it make any endorsements of political candidates.
