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06.12.2023
Kwame Spearman, esteemed candidate for the Denver Board of Education and dedicated supporter of the Denver Public School (DPS) system, lays out a comprehensive vision to address the pressing issue of declining enrollment in Denver Public Schools.
05.15.2023
Kwame Spearman, former CEO of Tattered Cover and a DPS graduate, is running for an at-large seat on the Denver Board of Education. Recognizing education as a primary concern for Denver residents, Spearman champions the principle that every neighborhood deserves top-quality schools. He emphasizes the need for enhanced school safety, addressing mental health challenges, and providing diverse educational options. Spearman's campaign prioritizes students' success over political discourse.
09.08.2023
Kwame Spearman, a candidate for Denver's Board of Education, proposes affordable housing for teachers to address recruitment and retention issues. Citing 9% of teacher positions unfilled, Spearman suggests leasing city land for dedicated educator housing, referencing a successful model in Santa Clara. He faces opposition from Paul Ballenger, Brittni Johnson, and John Youngquist in the upcoming election.
08.09.2023
Former Tattered Cover CEO, Kwame Spearman, now vying for Denver Public Schools' at-large seat, introduced the "5280 Plan" to improve teacher retention. Spearman's plan proposes a $60,000 starting wage for teachers, enhanced healthcare benefits, and subsidized housing initiatives by 2025. Other features include mental health support, mentorship programs, flexible schedules, and diversity training. Spearman is in the race against John Youngquist and Paul Ballenger.
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07.11.2023
Supporters, led by DPS board candidate Kwame Spearman, are rallying behind recently fired McAuliffe International School principal, Kurt Dennis. Denver Public Schools cited sharing confidential student info as the reason for dismissal, but Dennis's attorney claims it was due to his public comments on school safety. Spearman stressed the importance of whistleblowers in the education system. While many support Dennis, criticisms include potential privacy breaches and ongoing issues of racism and discrimination at McAuliffe.
05.08.2023
The former co-owner and CEO of Tattered Cover was in the running for mayor but dropped out to endorse Kelly Brough.
04.10.2023
The former mayoral candidate is considering a run for Auon’tai Anderson's seat on the DPS Board of Education.
05.08.2023
Former Tattered Cover Book Store owner, Kwame Spearman, is running for an at-large seat on the Denver school board this November. After his mayoral bid ended in March, Spearman now focuses on student mental health, academic performance, and school safety. He aims to address the board's recent dysfunction by promoting substantive debates over politics. The November 7th election is anticipated to be notably competitive.
04.06.2023
Kwame Spearman announced Wednesday that participating in the Denver mayoral election this year gave him “the bug” – a calling to public service and participating in community discourse.
05.11.2023
Dean Wayne Mason gave his account of the East High shooting — and problems that led to it — and got thrust into Denver's school board race as a result.
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