I’m Jackie Burhans, and I’m excited to announce my candidacy for the Lewis-Palmer D38 Board of Education. My deep commitment to public education, professional background in technology at IBM, time as a small business owner, experience as a facilities specialist at Tri-Lakes Cares, and years as an Our Community News (OCN) reporter give me a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities ahead for our district.
My husband and I moved to Monument in 1992. Our son attended Lewis-Palmer schools from kindergarten through Palmer Ridge High School. From volunteering in classrooms and PTO, to serving district accountability and ad-hoc committees, to reporting on school meetings for OCN, I have spent more than 20 years actively engaged in our schools and our community.
Educators are the heart of D38, inspiring a love of learning, guiding students through challenges, and preparing them for successful futures. They deserve respect and compensation that match the exceptional results they deliver. I will advocate for policies that attract, support, and retain high-quality teachers.
I believe in championing educational choices that allow every student to shine—whether through strong core academics, arts, athletics, dual enrollment, or the many options at the new Career Innovation Center. Our schools should open doors to the widest range of opportunities beyond graduation.
Finally, I will build bridges between our schools and the wider Tri-Lakes community. All families in the district, even those without students in school, have a stake in the success of our future leaders. By fostering communication, transparency, and engagement, I will ensure that D38 continues to be a source of pride and strength for us all.
I look forward to listening, learning, and working with you to support the future of our students and our community.
Jackie Burhans
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