Endorsed by Denver's Teachers
Why We Support Brad
“I am supporting Brad because he is constantly creating space for community to come together and have important, and often difficult, conversations about critically-important issues impacting us…”
“Brad Laurvick will serve our students well, because he serves the full breadth of our community. We can trust him to fight for us on the DPS Board of Education. Brad will stand with us, always…”
“Brad Laurvick has been a trusted voice and advocate in our community. Brad is the candidate who will make sure our students, families, and teachers have a voice on the DPS Board of Education.”
“Brad Laurvick is a champion for public education, and the only candidate in this race who will stand up to the education industrial complex. The people of Northwest Denver can count on him as their voice on the school board”
“Brad Laurvick is the leader DPS has been waiting for. For far too long, out-of-state billionaires have had a greater say in our kids’ futures than Denver parents and teachers. Brad will stand up to corporate special interests and give the power back to the community.”
“Brad Laurvick and I met when we were serving Denver families experiencing food insecurity and housing instability, through Denver Urban Ministries. Brad is a community servant, who stands up for those who are most vulnerable. I am proud to endorse him for DPS Board of Education.” ~Rep. Kyle Mullica
“Classrooms belong to our students and our teachers, not corporations. I trust Brad to make sure Denver parents and teachers have a greater say in our kids futures and not New York hedge fund billionaires.”
“Brad Laurvick’s experiences as a builder of “community-up” organizations will serve Denver’s students, teachers, parents, and community partners well as a DPS board member. He will make sure all of those voices are heard as he fights for equity and equality across the District.”
“Brad Laurvick has dedicated his life to community service. He’ll be a compassionate voice for students, teachers, and families on the DPS Board of Education.”
"As chair of the public Healthcare and Human Services committee at the Colorado General Assembly, I know how important it is to have public education advocates who understand the critical nature of mental health when it comes to our students' success. Brad has been a friendly face and fierce advocate at the state legislature, and Denver schools would be lucky to have him at the local level."
"Brad knows that when we listen to our educators, our children will get the education they deserve. As a teacher, I know how important it is to have a school board that values and respects those who take care of our students. That’s why I’m supporting Brad Laurvick for DPS Board of Education, District 5."
“Brad Laurvick will be an excellent advocate for Denver’s students. I trust that he will bring great ideas and civility to the board. He’s spent his career caring for his community, and I know he will continue to do so when elected to the DPS Board of Education.”
"I’m supporting Brad Laurvick for Denver School Board because he is standing up to the out-of-state corporate special interests and the failed reforms they've pushed on our teachers and kids.”
Community Organizations
Brad Laurvick is a candidate with deep roots in the community, and who is united with his neighbors in demanding strong neighborhood schools. He organized support for Denver educators during the strike, and is a longtime advocate for social justice. We know that as a member of the Denver School Board he will continue to stand with the many, not the wealthy few.
We looked for clear and strong positions and proposals related to police and ICE-free schools, support for Restorative Justice and mental health services, and the investment in high-quality, culturally affirming neighborhood schools.
Workers' Support
Serving the community isn’t just Brad Laurvick’s job- it’s his calling. For the past seven years, he has dedicated himself to feeding the hungry, housing the homeless, and making north Denver an inclusive community where all can feel like they belong. Brad is a passionate and dedicated public servant who truly lives his values.
