Dear Editor,

As a retired public school special education teacher of 35 years, I am hoping you will join me in voting for Kathy Gebhardt for our State Board of Education (BOE) in the Democratic primary. Kathy has been dedicated to advancing equitable and excellent public education policy and practices for 25 years.

We need a proven public education advocate representing us on the BOE which enacts educational standards and accountability for our schools. Kathy served on Boulder Valley School Board (BVSD) for eight years; two years as president. She has traveled the entire state visiting schools and listening to communities as president of the Colorado Association of School Boards. She successfully co-led the legal challenge to improve funding which resulted in the largest increase in the state’s history. She co-led challenges in the courts to affirm children’s constitutional rights. Over her many years of service, Kathy has earned the support of fellow education advocates. Last month she was recognized by Great Education Colorado as a Champion of Public Education.

Our State Board holds power and influence over the future direction of public education. Please vote for Kathy for the strong, tested and outstanding public education defender she is.

Hari Malloy

Peak to Peak