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School Board
Depending on where you live, you may have the following school district races on your ballot.
Boulder Valley School Board
Deann Bucher is running for the Boulder Valley School District School Board District E. Bucher has had a varied career in education having taught at Monarch High School as well as working as a mentor and curriculum specialist. Bucher has sponsored GSA clubs and worked closely with the No Place for Hate program in schools. Since retiring from BVSD, she now works in a private school serving students with specialized social and educational needs. Bucher would be the first openly gay school board member and the first educator to fill the seat in 20 years. Bucher hopes to support equality, academic excellence, and student and family support in District E with the BVSD school board.
Also running is Jeffery Anderson.
Dedicated to the students and famillies of BVSD, Deann Bucher is the progressive choice for the BVSD School Board in District E.
Deann Bucher is running for the Boulder Valley School District School Board District E. Bucher has had a varied career in education having taught at Monarch High School as well as working as a mentor and curriculum specialist. Bucher has sponsored GSA clubs and worked closely with the No Place for Hate program in schools. Since retiring from BVSD, she now works in a private school serving students with specialized social and educational needs. Bucher would be the first openly gay school board member and the first educator to fill the seat in 20 years. Bucher hopes to support equality, academic excellence, and student and family support in District E with the BVSD school board.
Also running is Jeffery Anderson.
Dedicated to the students and famillies of BVSD, Deann Bucher is the progressive choice for the BVSD School Board in District E.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Deann Bucher is running for the Boulder Valley School District School Board District E. Bucher has had a varied career in education having taught at Monarch High School as well as working as a mentor and curriculum specialist. Bucher has sponsored GSA clubs and worked closely with the No Place for Hate program in schools. Since retiring from BVSD, she now works in a private school serving students with specialized social and educational needs. Bucher would be the first openly gay school board member and the first educator to fill the seat in 20 years. Bucher hopes to support equality, academic excellence, and student and family support in District E with the BVSD school board.
Also running is Jeffery Anderson.
Dedicated to the students and famillies of BVSD, Deann Bucher is the progressive choice for the BVSD School Board in District E.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Nicole Rajpal is running unopposed for reelection to the District B seat of the Boulder Valley School District Board. She is the current Board President and previously served as Treasurer. Rajpal is a registered dietitian which has taken her to work in pediatric hospitals and community colleges. She is dedicated to continuing her work with the school board with specific focuses on opportunity and success rates, staff and student wellbeing, and good governance. Though unopposed, PNC supports Nicole Rajpal as the progressive choice for BVSD school board’s District B seat.
Nicole Rajpal is running unopposed for reelection to the District B seat of the Boulder Valley School District Board. She is the current Board President and previously served as Treasurer. Rajpal is a registered dietitian which has taken her to work in pediatric hospitals and community colleges. She is dedicated to continuing her work with the school board with specific focuses on opportunity and success rates, staff and student wellbeing, and good governance. Though unopposed, PNC supports Nicole Rajpal as the progressive choice for BVSD school board’s District B seat.
Nicole Rajpal is running unopposed for reelection to the District B seat of the Boulder Valley School District Board. She is the current Board President and previously served as Treasurer. Rajpal is a registered dietitian which has taken her to work in pediatric hospitals and community colleges. She is dedicated to continuing her work with the school board with specific focuses on opportunity and success rates, staff and student wellbeing, and good governance. Though unopposed, PNC supports Nicole Rajpal as the progressive choice for BVSD school board’s District B seat.
Ana Temu Otting is running unopposed for the District F seat of the Boulder Valley School District School Board. Otting is an experienced advocate, having worked in lobbying and organizing for immigration issues for many years. The daughter of immigrants herself, Otting understands the uplifting impact of public education for students of all backgrounds. Otting has experience as a professional in non-profit work, philanthropy, local government, and small business. She aims to bring this experience, as well as a focus on equity, partnership, and transparent budgeting, to the BVSD School Board. Though unopposed, Ana Temu Otting is the clear progressive choice for District F.
Ana Temu Otting is running unopposed for the District F seat of the Boulder Valley School District School Board. Otting is an experienced advocate, having worked in lobbying and organizing for immigration issues for many years. The daughter of immigrants herself, Otting understands the uplifting impact of public education for students of all backgrounds. Otting has experience as a professional in non-profit work, philanthropy, local government, and small business. She aims to bring this experience, as well as a focus on equity, partnership, and transparent budgeting, to the BVSD School Board. Though unopposed, Ana Temu Otting is the clear progressive choice for District F.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Ana Temu Otting is running unopposed for the District F seat of the Boulder Valley School District School Board. Otting is an experienced advocate, having worked in lobbying and organizing for immigration issues for many years. The daughter of immigrants herself, Otting understands the uplifting impact of public education for students of all backgrounds. Otting has experience as a professional in non-profit work, philanthropy, local government, and small business. She aims to bring this experience, as well as a focus on equity, partnership, and transparent budgeting, to the BVSD School Board. Though unopposed, Ana Temu Otting is the clear progressive choice for District F.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Poudre School District
Andrew Spain is running for District E of the Poudre School District School Board. He was appointed to this position in June 2025 after a vacancy and is running to keep the seat. Spain has over 40 years of teaching experience and a doctorate in educational leadership. He hopes to continue to put students first, advocate for technical training programs, and support fiscal sustainability. Though the only candidate for this position, Andrew Spain is the progressive choice for District E of of the Poudre School Board.
Andrew Spain is running for District E of the Poudre School District School Board. He was appointed to this position in June 2025 after a vacancy and is running to keep the seat. Spain has over 40 years of teaching experience and a doctorate in educational leadership. He hopes to continue to put students first, advocate for technical training programs, and support fiscal sustainability. Though the only candidate for this position, Andrew Spain is the progressive choice for District E of of the Poudre School Board.
Andrew Spain is running for District E of the Poudre School District School Board. He was appointed to this position in June 2025 after a vacancy and is running to keep the seat. Spain has over 40 years of teaching experience and a doctorate in educational leadership. He hopes to continue to put students first, advocate for technical training programs, and support fiscal sustainability. Though the only candidate for this position, Andrew Spain is the progressive choice for District E of of the Poudre School Board.
Coronda Ziegler is running for Poudre School Board District D. With a PhD in Education, Zeigler is dedicated to youth empowerment and success. She has served as a member of the CSU Student Success Leadership Team, City of Fort Collins Human Relations Commission, and Intercultural Community Builder Board. Ziegler hopes to support safe learning environments, invest in the future the district and its students, and empower staff and teachers. She envisions a transparent and communicative school district that uplifts every aspect of education.
Also running is Tom Griggs.
Coronda Ziegler is a strong progressive choice for Poudre School Board District D.
Coronda Ziegler is running for Poudre School Board District D. With a PhD in Education, Zeigler is dedicated to youth empowerment and success. She has served as a member of the CSU Student Success Leadership Team, City of Fort Collins Human Relations Commission, and Intercultural Community Builder Board. Ziegler hopes to support safe learning environments, invest in the future the district and its students, and empower staff and teachers. She envisions a transparent and communicative school district that uplifts every aspect of education.
Also running is Tom Griggs.
Coronda Ziegler is a strong progressive choice for Poudre School Board District D.
Endorsed By: Colorado Working Families Party
Coronda Ziegler is running for Poudre School Board District D. With a PhD in Education, Zeigler is dedicated to youth empowerment and success. She has served as a member of the CSU Student Success Leadership Team, City of Fort Collins Human Relations Commission, and Intercultural Community Builder Board. Ziegler hopes to support safe learning environments, invest in the future the district and its students, and empower staff and teachers. She envisions a transparent and communicative school district that uplifts every aspect of education.
Also running is Tom Griggs.
Coronda Ziegler is a strong progressive choice for Poudre School Board District D.
Endorsed By: Colorado Working Families Party
Karla Baise is running for Poudre Public Schools School Board for District C. Working as the community liaison for Odell Brewing, Baise has 18 years of experience working with non-profits through corporate partnerships to better Colorado. She is in tune with the needs of PSD families and wants to help students and staff show up as their best selves in classrooms. Addressing bullying and harassment are priorities for Baise. She hopes to take a systemic approach to addressing physical and emotional safety in schools to stop bullying from happening both now and in the future. A thoughtful and dedicated candidate, Karla Baise is the Progressive choice for Poudre School Board District C.
Karla Baise is running for Poudre Public Schools School Board for District C. Working as the community liaison for Odell Brewing, Baise has 18 years of experience working with non-profits through corporate partnerships to better Colorado. She is in tune with the needs of PSD families and wants to help students and staff show up as their best selves in classrooms. Addressing bullying and harassment are priorities for Baise. She hopes to take a systemic approach to addressing physical and emotional safety in schools to stop bullying from happening both now and in the future. A thoughtful and dedicated candidate, Karla Baise is the Progressive choice for Poudre School Board District C.
Karla Baise is running for Poudre Public Schools School Board for District C. Working as the community liaison for Odell Brewing, Baise has 18 years of experience working with non-profits through corporate partnerships to better Colorado. She is in tune with the needs of PSD families and wants to help students and staff show up as their best selves in classrooms. Addressing bullying and harassment are priorities for Baise. She hopes to take a systemic approach to addressing physical and emotional safety in schools to stop bullying from happening both now and in the future. A thoughtful and dedicated candidate, Karla Baise is the Progressive choice for Poudre School Board District C.
St. Vrain Valley School District
Jocelyn Gilligan is running unopposed for District E of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She is the incumbent for this seat, having originally filled a vacancy in 2023. Gilligan’s background is in finance and consulting and she served as Treasurer for the St. Vrain Valley School Board. Gilligan has four children in St. Vrain schools and is outspoken on the importance of public education as a pillar for families and communities.
Jocelyn Gilligan is running unopposed for District E of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She is the incumbent for this seat, having originally filled a vacancy in 2023. Gilligan’s background is in finance and consulting and she served as Treasurer for the St. Vrain Valley School Board. Gilligan has four children in St. Vrain schools and is outspoken on the importance of public education as a pillar for families and communities.
Jocelyn Gilligan is running unopposed for District E of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She is the incumbent for this seat, having originally filled a vacancy in 2023. Gilligan’s background is in finance and consulting and she served as Treasurer for the St. Vrain Valley School Board. Gilligan has four children in St. Vrain schools and is outspoken on the importance of public education as a pillar for families and communities.
Meosha Babbs is running for reelection to St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board in District D. Babbs is a project engineer at Ball and has additional experience as an educator teaching grade and graduate school students. She serves on the board of several organizations aimed at STEM/STEAM access for students. She is also involved with Boy and Girl Scouts of America. Babbs supports the development of science and technology, as well as arts and music, programming in SVVSD. She supports the stewardship of a responsible budget that helps schools, students, and staff flourish. Babbs is an open-minded board member who recognizes the talent and potential of SVVSD.
Also running is John Ahrens.
Based on her proven success as a board member and community leader, Meosha Babbs is the progressive choice for District D.
Meosha Babbs is running for reelection to St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board in District D. Babbs is a project engineer at Ball and has additional experience as an educator teaching grade and graduate school students. She serves on the board of several organizations aimed at STEM/STEAM access for students. She is also involved with Boy and Girl Scouts of America. Babbs supports the development of science and technology, as well as arts and music, programming in SVVSD. She supports the stewardship of a responsible budget that helps schools, students, and staff flourish. Babbs is an open-minded board member who recognizes the talent and potential of SVVSD.
Also running is John Ahrens.
Based on her proven success as a board member and community leader, Meosha Babbs is the progressive choice for District D.
Meosha Babbs is running for reelection to St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board in District D. Babbs is a project engineer at Ball and has additional experience as an educator teaching grade and graduate school students. She serves on the board of several organizations aimed at STEM/STEAM access for students. She is also involved with Boy and Girl Scouts of America. Babbs supports the development of science and technology, as well as arts and music, programming in SVVSD. She supports the stewardship of a responsible budget that helps schools, students, and staff flourish. Babbs is an open-minded board member who recognizes the talent and potential of SVVSD.
Also running is John Ahrens.
Based on her proven success as a board member and community leader, Meosha Babbs is the progressive choice for District D.
Hadley Solomon is the progressive choice for District B of St. Vrain Valley School District. An involved parent, Solomon has been a community leader for SVVSD for many years in classrooms and school advisory/fundraising boards. In her professional life, Solomon prides herself for having a wealth of experiences and problem solving skills. Solomon wants to foster academic excellence, ensure safe and respectful schools, and secure education funding.
Opposing Solomon is Peggy Kelly. Kelly is a retired nurse and educator who brings a concerning focus to the United States constitution to her platform and view of educational standards. She also highlights biological sex standards for sports and “parental rights” as important issues for SVVSD.
With her even keeled attitude and progressive values, Hadley Solomon is the clear progressive choice for District B of St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board.
Hadley Solomon is the progressive choice for District B of St. Vrain Valley School District. An involved parent, Solomon has been a community leader for SVVSD for many years in classrooms and school advisory/fundraising boards. In her professional life, Solomon prides herself for having a wealth of experiences and problem solving skills. Solomon wants to foster academic excellence, ensure safe and respectful schools, and secure education funding.
Opposing Solomon is Peggy Kelly. Kelly is a retired nurse and educator who brings a concerning focus to the United States constitution to her platform and view of educational standards. She also highlights biological sex standards for sports and “parental rights” as important issues for SVVSD.
With her even keeled attitude and progressive values, Hadley Solomon is the clear progressive choice for District B of St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Hadley Solomon is the progressive choice for District B of St. Vrain Valley School District. An involved parent, Solomon has been a community leader for SVVSD for many years in classrooms and school advisory/fundraising boards. In her professional life, Solomon prides herself for having a wealth of experiences and problem solving skills. Solomon wants to foster academic excellence, ensure safe and respectful schools, and secure education funding.
Opposing Solomon is Peggy Kelly. Kelly is a retired nurse and educator who brings a concerning focus to the United States constitution to her platform and view of educational standards. She also highlights biological sex standards for sports and “parental rights” as important issues for SVVSD.
With her even keeled attitude and progressive values, Hadley Solomon is the clear progressive choice for District B of St Vrain Valley School District’s School Board.
Endorsed By: Colorado Education Association (CEA)
Sarah Hurianek is unopposed for the District F councilmember seat of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She originally joined the board in 2022. Hurianek is a second generation educator and attended school in St Vrain Valley herself. She is dedicated to supporting educators and the financial stability of SVVSD.
Sarah Hurianek is unopposed for the District F councilmember seat of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She originally joined the board in 2022. Hurianek is a second generation educator and attended school in St Vrain Valley herself. She is dedicated to supporting educators and the financial stability of SVVSD.
Sarah Hurianek is unopposed for the District F councilmember seat of the St Vrain Valley School District Board. She originally joined the board in 2022. Hurianek is a second generation educator and attended school in St Vrain Valley herself. She is dedicated to supporting educators and the financial stability of SVVSD.
Statewide Ballot Measures
Proposition LL asks if the state should be allowed to keep and spend the revenue collected from Proposition FF. Prop FF established the Healthy School Meals for All Program and has accrued $12.4 million in revenue since its original voter approval in 2022. The Healthy School Meals for All Program is funded through state income taxes and supports free school meals for all students, regardless of family income. Due to the Tax Payers Bill of Rights, the state of Colorado must ask for approval in order to keep and spend tax revenue that has already been collected. If voters do not approve LL, households that paid the state income tax will have the tax revenue reimbursed to them. With the additional funds from LL, the Healthy School Meals for All Program would be able to further support the purchasing and use of Colorado grown products, increase wages for cafeteria employees, and offer training and technical assistance to schools.
Food is necessary for growing and learning brains. For any number of reasons, many children do not have access to quality nutrition. Free and nutritious meals can help support students from all economic and social backgrounds in becoming empowered learners and leaders.
Proposition LL asks if the state should be allowed to keep and spend the revenue collected from Proposition FF. Prop FF established the Healthy School Meals for All Program and has accrued $12.4 million in revenue since its original voter approval in 2022. The Healthy School Meals for All Program is funded through state income taxes and supports free school meals for all students, regardless of family income. Due to the Tax Payers Bill of Rights, the state of Colorado must ask for approval in order to keep and spend tax revenue that has already been collected. If voters do not approve LL, households that paid the state income tax will have the tax revenue reimbursed to them. With the additional funds from LL, the Healthy School Meals for All Program would be able to further support the purchasing and use of Colorado grown products, increase wages for cafeteria employees, and offer training and technical assistance to schools.
Food is necessary for growing and learning brains. For any number of reasons, many children do not have access to quality nutrition. Free and nutritious meals can help support students from all economic and social backgrounds in becoming empowered learners and leaders.
Proposition MM asks if the state income tax should be increased. The tax increase would go towards free school meals to all public school students and food assistance and education to low-income families through the Healthy School Meals for All and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP). In tandem with Proposition LL, MM will increase the state’s funding capacity for food and nutrition programming by building the funding reservoir for such programming. Ultimately, programs like this support countless children and families and do a great deal to curb hunger in Colorado. All children need and deserve access to quality nutrition. Proposition MM helps provide government support for pathways to success among school age children of all backgrounds and identities.
Proposition MM asks if the state income tax should be increased. The tax increase would go towards free school meals to all public school students and food assistance and education to low-income families through the Healthy School Meals for All and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Programs (SNAP). In tandem with Proposition LL, MM will increase the state’s funding capacity for food and nutrition programming by building the funding reservoir for such programming. Ultimately, programs like this support countless children and families and do a great deal to curb hunger in Colorado. All children need and deserve access to quality nutrition. Proposition MM helps provide government support for pathways to success among school age children of all backgrounds and identities.
County Ballot Measures
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below ballot measures on your ballot.
Boulder County Ballot Measures
Ballot Issue 1B proposes the extension of the existing Open Space Sales and Use Tax in perpetuity. The 0.15% tax was originally approved by the citizens of Boulder County in 2010 and is set to expire in 2030. By extending the tax, Boulder County will continue to be able to acquire, maintain, and improve public and agricultural open space.
Ballot Issue 1B proposes the extension of the existing Open Space Sales and Use Tax in perpetuity. The 0.15% tax was originally approved by the citizens of Boulder County in 2010 and is set to expire in 2030. By extending the tax, Boulder County will continue to be able to acquire, maintain, and improve public and agricultural open space.
Ballot Issue 1B requests the installation of a 0.15% sales and use tax to be put towards the mental health and substance abuse challenges present in Boulder County. The revenue would benefit all ages and economic backgrounds with increased access to services, programs, and intervention/recovery for mental health crisis, suicide risk, and substance use. This tax would allow for better implementation of Boulder County Behavioral Health’s Strategic Plan to address unmet behavioral and mental health needs. Locally funded and community centered approaches have been proven to be most successful in improving behavioral health at large as well as the efficiency of the workforce and economy. The tax would not apply to machinery, food, renewable energy development, or sales that benefit schools or parent/teacher associations.
Ballot Issue 1B requests the installation of a 0.15% sales and use tax to be put towards the mental health and substance abuse challenges present in Boulder County. The revenue would benefit all ages and economic backgrounds with increased access to services, programs, and intervention/recovery for mental health crisis, suicide risk, and substance use. This tax would allow for better implementation of Boulder County Behavioral Health’s Strategic Plan to address unmet behavioral and mental health needs. Locally funded and community centered approaches have been proven to be most successful in improving behavioral health at large as well as the efficiency of the workforce and economy. The tax would not apply to machinery, food, renewable energy development, or sales that benefit schools or parent/teacher associations.
Larimer County Ballot Measures
Larimer County Ballot Issue 1A proposes a 0.15% county wide transportation sales and use tax to fund road, bridge, and other transportation infrastructure maintenance and repair. The county commission has identified a need to improve safety, congestion, and mobility in the area for the over 70% of Larimer county residents who commute outside of the county via car. This will benefit disaster resilience, alleviate traffic, and allow for improvements to bike and public transportation routes. The tax will not apply to construction materials or anything purchased with food stamps.
Larimer County Ballot Issue 1A proposes a 0.15% county wide transportation sales and use tax to fund road, bridge, and other transportation infrastructure maintenance and repair. The county commission has identified a need to improve safety, congestion, and mobility in the area for the over 70% of Larimer county residents who commute outside of the county via car. This will benefit disaster resilience, alleviate traffic, and allow for improvements to bike and public transportation routes. The tax will not apply to construction materials or anything purchased with food stamps.
Endorsed By Colorado Working Families Party
Larimer County Ballot Issue 1B proposes a .25% sales and use tax increase to better address the shortage of affordable and quality childcare in the region. Revenue from this tax would allow Larimer county to decrease disparity in child wellbeing and quality of early childhood education. Access to childcare is a major barrier to workforce participation and economic success for many families in Larimer County. This tax increase has the potential to improve the lives of many working parents and set up children 5 and younger for successful futures. The tax will not apply to food purchased for domestic use, period or incontinence products, gas, energy, and renewables, or machinery.
Larimer County Ballot Issue 1B proposes a .25% sales and use tax increase to better address the shortage of affordable and quality childcare in the region. Revenue from this tax would allow Larimer county to decrease disparity in child wellbeing and quality of early childhood education. Access to childcare is a major barrier to workforce participation and economic success for many families in Larimer County. This tax increase has the potential to improve the lives of many working parents and set up children 5 and younger for successful futures. The tax will not apply to food purchased for domestic use, period or incontinence products, gas, energy, and renewables, or machinery.
Endorsed By Colorado Working Families Party