Sentinel Colorado runs a Chalkbeat report by Ann Schimke on the 2025 school board results across the state. The piece says voters opted for more progressive candidates in key districts, with several conservative majorities either broken or softened. It published November 6, 2025.
The story highlights flips in Douglas County, Woodland Park, and Mesa County Valley District 51, notes union-backed wins in places like Denver, Jeffco, and Cherry Creek, and quotes the teachers union president calling the shift more right to center than right to left.
The Bullet Point Brief
• Big boards flipped. Douglas County, Woodland Park, and Mesa 51 changed hands, ending or weakening conservative control.
• The left’s help showed up. Many winners were union-backed, especially in Denver, Jeffco, and Cherry Creek. Policy tilt likely follows.
• Framing the swing. CEA’s Kevin Vick says this was more right to center than a hard left turn. Voters are tired of theatrics.
• Not a clean sweep. Conservatives still notched wins in Colorado Springs 11 and Academy 20. El Paso County remains a red bubble.
• One to watch. District 49 remained tight, with a possible tilt if the progressive newcomer prevails. Culture war talk met a promise to squash it.
My Bottom Line
This comes as absolutely no surprise. Conservatives made some gains in the last few cycles and then acted like the fourth quarter was over. Meanwhile, the left ran wind sprints. They recruit. They organize. They raise money. The unions bring bundles of cash and bodies. Then they take back what they believe is theirs. The scoreboard reflects the hustle.
If you are tired of reading headlines like this, stop arguing with your allies on social media and start doing the work. Show up at meetings. Knock doors. Fund candidates who can govern, not just tweet. Commitment beats vibes. If we want school boards that focus on literacy, safety, and parents, we have to earn them every single election, not just celebrate the last one.
Source: Sentinel Colorado
