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Shay Dabney
Shay Dabney (also known as Shayana Dabney) ran for election for an at-large seat of the Colorado Springs School District 11 school board. She lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.
Dabney completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Shay Dabney earned a high school diploma from Mitchell High School.[1]
Elections
2023
See also: Colorado Springs School District 11, Colorado, elections (2023)
General election
General election for Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education At-large (4 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education At-large on November 7, 2023.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jill Haffley (Nonpartisan)  | 12.9 | 27,055 | |
| ✔ |  | Thomas Carey (Nonpartisan) | 12.9 | 27,016 |
| ✔ |  | Parth Melpakam (Nonpartisan) | 12.5 | 26,106 |
| ✔ |  | Jason Jorgenson (Nonpartisan) | 12.1 | 25,366 |
 | Rachel Paul (Nonpartisan) | 11.5 | 24,000 | |
 | Darleen Daniels (Nonpartisan) | 11.0 | 23,008 | |
| Kathryn Singh (Nonpartisan) | 10.5 | 21,899 | ||
 | Shay Dabney (Nonpartisan) | 9.8 | 20,574 | |
 | Mary Coleman (Nonpartisan) | 4.0 | 8,357 | |
| Jeremiah Johnson (Nonpartisan) | 2.8 | 5,828 | ||
| Total votes: 209,209 | |||
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Endorsements
Dabney received the following endorsements.
- Stephanie Vigil (D) -
- D11 Sch. Brd. Memb. Darleen Daniels (Nonpartisan)
- Academy District 20 Sch. Brd. Memb. Angel Givler
- Frmr. Colo. Springs Mayor Mary Lou Makepeace (Nonpartisan)
- Colorado Education Association
- Colorado Springs Education Association
- Run for Something
- Joseph Shelton (D) - Frmr. Colo. State Brd. of Ed. cand.
Campaign themes
2023
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Shay Dabney completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Dabney's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Opportunity for All. Colorado Springs School District 11, the city's oldest, serves a diverse student body. I believe that every student, regardless of abilities, deserves quality education and the resources to succeed. I view students as unique individuals, not just statistics, emphasizing the importance of analyzing individual circumstances behind data points to ensure their success. My commitment lies in providing tailored support for each student's educational journey.
- Post-secondary Readiness. Reported by District 11 Administration and the Colorado Department of Education, D11 graduation rates lag behind the state at a staggering 11.4 percent. Our students lack the preparation needed for post-graduation life. These students will become our neighbors, co-workers, and community members, necessitating the skills to be productive citizens, regardless of their path—college, trade school, or straight into the workforce.
- Parent and Educator Partnerships. Research underscores the positive impact of parental involvement on student outcomes. Through robust parental engagement and a collaborative partnership with educators, we can cultivate the desired success for our students. Caregivers serve as their children's strongest advocates, while educators play a pivotal role in their education. Together, we must ensure that students receive the necessary resources to thrive.
Moreover, I’m dedicated to issues of equity, justice, and inclusion. My background in political science from CSU-Pueblo has prepared me well to advocate for these principles. As a member of the District 11 Leadership Team for Neighbors for Education and the chair of Mitchell High School's School Accountability Committee, I have actively worked to enhance educational accountability and inclusivity.
Darleen Daniels
Joseph Shelton
Vanessa Little
Colorado Springs Education Association
Run for Something
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Other survey responses
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See also
2023 Elections
External links
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Candidate Colorado Springs School District 11 Board of Education At-large |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 9, 2023
