Highline School Board Director Damarys Espinoza announces candidacy

Dr. Damarys Espinoza officially launched her campaign for re-election to the Highline Public Schools Board, with the election scheduled for August 5. A lifelong educator and mother of three, she is dedicated to ensuring every student has the opportunity to learn and thrive. Espinoza holds a Ph. D.

in sociocultural and medical anthropology from the University of Washington and currently supports families experiencing homelessness through a nonprofit. Her campaign prioritizes holistic student support, empowering educators, and strengthening family and community engagement. Espinoza's personal experiences as a first-generation college graduate and daughter of Mexican immigrants enhance her understanding of the challenges many families face. Since her appointment to the school board in March 2025, she has collaborated with families and local organizations to uplift student voices. Her website, electdamarys.

com, details her platform and includes a list of endorsements from community organizations. Espinoza's leadership aims to create schools where every student can succeed academically, emotionally, and socially.