School Closures in DPS
Movimiento Poder stands firmly against the DPS Board of Education’s vote to close 10 DPS schools. Time and time again, we raised deep concerns about this process, including the lack of transparency, community input, and accountability on behalf of the Board of Education and the Superintendent.
What is going on?
On November 21, the Denver Public Schools (DPS) Board of Education voted to close 10 schools.
Let us be clear: this was NOT a decision made by the community. As elected officials, the Board of Education has a responsibility to the people who elected them–the board has failed at this responsibility.
The school closure process in Denver Public Schools (DPS) failed to meaningfully engage with the community, disregarded the harmful effects of school closures time and time again, and lacked transparency with community members, students, and families.
If you or a loved one was impacted by this decision, please reach out to elizabeth@movimientopoder.org