Last week Boardhawk editor Alan Gottlieb published an article about the dysfunctional leadership of the Denver School Board under President Xóchitl Gaytán.
In this new podcast episode Gottlieb and co-host Alexis Menocal Harrigan delver mnore deeply into this issue, along with Cody Ostenson, Director of External Affairs for Denver Families for Public Schools. Ostenson is one of if not the closest observer of the board and Denver Public Schools. His insights into board dynamics and DPS generally are invaluable.
Ostenson is a former DPS middle school teacher, community engagement specialist, nonprofit advocacy leader, and lifelong public education advocate. He has worked in this position for Denver Families since the November 2023 school board elections.
Our conversation with Cody covers a range of topics concerning the current school board, its internal workings, and the policy priorities upon which it needs to focus.
