Denver school closures: Parents, students ask DPS to keep schools open

Palmer Elementary employee Allison Somers touches the cheek of her son, Tucker, 10, after he spoke to members of the school board during public comment regarding school closures at DPS Headquarters in Denver on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

By Jessica Seaman | jseaman@denverpost.com | The Denver Post

PUBLISHED: November 19, 2024 at 6:00 AM MST | UPDATED: November 19, 2024 at 6:03 AM MST

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During the board meeting, parents and students expressed concerns about children of color primarily being affected by the closures.

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