It takes a village. Luckily, we’ve got one.
Many Colorado leaders have endorsed Karla.
Real change can seem daunting. Especially as schools and teachers grapple with the realities of COVID-19, funding complexity, and digital education. Luckily, Karla’s got a wealth of expertise and wisdom to draw from Colorado’s community of educators, legislators, and leaders.

Hon. Brittany PettersenUS Congress, CO-7
“Karla has dedicated her career to teaching in public schools. She has the lifelong experience to be the advocate our kids need. I hope you will join me in supporting her campaign for the State Board of Education!”

Hon. Ed PerlmutterFormer US Congress, CO-7
“I proudly support Karla Esser for the State Board of Education because she will be a fierce advocate for public education and fight for our children and teachers.”

Hon. Chris KolkerCO-16 State Senator
“I’m proud to endorse Karla Esser in her re-election to the State Board of Education. Throughout her tenure she has shown great commitment to improving achievement for all students, including lessening the achievement gap and updating academic standards to meet the future. She seeks out opportunities to listen to our students, parents and educators to improve outcomes for all our students.”

Hon. Lindsey DaughertyCO-19 State Senator

Hon. Lisa CutterCO-20 State Senator
“As an educator herself with over forty years of experience working at all levels in our education system, Karla brings to the table an unprecedented understanding of the issues and remarkable dedication to standing up for what’s right and solving problems on behalf of students, their families, and our educators. Please join me in supporting Karla Esser to represent District 7 on the Colorado State Board of Education: she will continue to go above and beyond for students because she always has.”

Hon. Jessie DanielsonCO-22 State Senator

Hon. Tammy StoryCO-25 State Rep

Hon. Shannon BirdCO-35 State House Rep.
“Now more than ever, our State Board of Education truly needs the knowledge, experience, and passion of a lifelong educator. That’s Karla Esser. Karla brings expertise at every level of education and passion for supporting students and educators alike. I am proud to endorse Karla Esser.”

Hon. Rebekah StewartCO-30 State Rep

Hon. Dominick MorenoDeputy Chief of Staff for Denver Mayor's Office
“Throughout her lifelong career as an educator, Karla Esser has demonstrated that she has the knowledge, dedication, and integrity we need on the Colorado State Board of Education. I am proud to endorse Karla for Colorado State Board of Education. She’ll be a voice that families and educators can depend on.”

Hon. Rachel ZenzingerFormer CO State Senator
“Karla Esser truly understands the obstacles and opportunities in Colorado’s education system. Throughout her career, she’s demonstrated tremendous integrity, creativity, and a commitment to our next generation. I am proud to endorse Karla Esser: her service on our State Board of Education will be an asset to the families and educators in our state.”

Hon. Tracy Kraft-TharpFormer CO State Rep.
“Karla Esser will fight for our students and teachers every day on the State Board of Education. I strongly support the bold leadership she will bring to Jefferson County Schools.”

Hon. Kerry TipperFormer CO State Rep.
“Karla has dedicated her career to improving educational opportunities for our kids. I have no doubt that she will work everyday to protect our public schools and ensure that every student has a meaningful opportunity to thrive from the very beginning. Karla knows that strong public schools not only support our families and strengthen our communities, but they build a stronger and more equitable economy for all of us.”

Emma PinterAdams County Commissioner
“The quality of the education our children receive will shape their entire lives, and that’s why we can’t compromise. With more than forty years of experience at every level in education, Karla Esser brings a true understanding and unmatched expertise to the Colorado State Board of Education. Colorado families and educators can count on Karla — I’m proud to endorse her because she’s with us”

Andy KerrAdams County Commissioner

Lesley DahlkemperJefferson County Commissioner
“Karla has devoted her successful 40 year career to ensuring all children receive a high-quality public education that prepares them for whatever path they pursue after graduation. She’s a champion for students, families and teachers and has a proven track record of getting results. This life-long educator will bring innovative thinking—and much needed accountability—to the state board of education. I’m proud to support her!”

Jerry DiTullioJefferson County Treasurer
“With her 40-year career as an educator, Dr. Karla Esser will bring unrivaled experience and insight to the Colorado State Board of Education. I am thrilled to endorse Karla Esser because she will consistently make the right calls for schools and families.”

Wendi StromLakewood City Mayor

William WooddellAsst Superintendent, Salida School District
“With her 40-year career as an educator, Dr. Karla Esser will bring unrivaled experience and insight to the Colorado State Board of Education. I am thrilled to endorse Karla Esser because she will consistently make the right calls for schools and families.”

Ron MitchellFormer Jeffco Public School Board
“I’ve spent my career in public education and I can think of no one better than Karla Esser to serve on the State Board of Education. Colorado needs her leadership.”

Adam PaulFormer Lakewood Mayor
“Education makes the biggest impact on our kids’ success and that’s why we need an experienced educator like Karla Esser on the Colorado State Board of Education. Karla truly understands the challenges and opportunities in our education system and she will fight for accountability, transparency, and excellence. Join me in supporting Karla Esser – she will be an asset to Colorado students, teachers, and schools.”

Chaz TedescoFormer Adams County Commissioner
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