Denver principal Alex Magaña is running for a seat on the school board

Alex Magaña, the executive principal of Grant Beacon and Kepner Beacon middle schools, is running for an at-large seat on the Denver school board. He emphasizes the importance of creating safe and welcoming environments for students and engaging families in decision-making processes. With a career in Denver Public Schools (DPS) dating back to 1998, Magaña has held various roles, including math teacher and principal of innovation schools. If elected, he will resign from his current position due to conflict of interest rules. The upcoming election is critical for DPS, facing challenges such as declining enrollment and recent school closures.

Magaña seeks to bridge divisions within the community, stating, 'One thing I’m going to push on is, How do we bring people together? ' His campaign reflects a commitment to high academic standards and community involvement.