CONTACT
Candice Mozer, President
Poudre Education Association
pea@coloradoea.org
(970) 223-7321
June, 29th 2026
Public education workers launch a petition calling for transparent compensation policies.
Fort Collins, CO — The Poudre Education Association (PEA) and the Association of Classified Employees (ACE) have launched a joint petition asking the district to suspend cabinet salary increases while reductions to staffing and programming continue, establish a transparent policy governing superintendent and cabinet compensation, and review the superintendent’s approved 2026-2027 compensation package in light of the district’s current financial realities.
Our schools are facing difficult financial decisions and workers are facing an increasingly unaffordable community. Dedicated educators whose probationary contracts were not renewed will not be returning to their positions and classrooms this fall. Positions left vacant through retirements and resignations will go unfilled, increasing workloads for workers and reducing the support available to students. Conversations about school consolidation are underway, and educators and classified staff across the district are being asked to do more with less.
Against this backdrop, many school employees, families, and community members have raised concerns about recent compensation decisions for district leadership. Those concerns extend beyond salaries alone and include the overall compensation and benefits provided to district leadership. This petition is not about any one individual. It is about our school system.
As we all work together to navigate significant financial challenges, we should remain focused on the purpose of our public schools: to support and inspire every child, to ensure access to meaningful opportunities, and to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing world. We believe that every financial decision should reflect those priorities. Transparent decision-making and shared responsibility strengthen public trust and demonstrate that we are all working toward the same goal.
See Previous Statement by PEA and ACE:
6/17/26: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HTuL2Jpxn/
Update 6/24/26: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18tFRNC1YL/
Open Petition for Workers and Community to support: https://secure.ngpvan.com/bdVmL496nU2ltEDxPQQ10g2
Members of PEA and ACE are available for interviews upon request
CONTACT
Candice Mozer, President
Poudre Education Association
(970) 223-7321
September 8 2025
Poudre Education Association Announces Endorsements for PSD School Board Directors
Fort Collins, CO —
The Poudre Education Association (PEA) has announced its recommendations for the Poudre School District (PSD) Board of Education: Karla Baise, Coronda Ziegler, and Andrew Spain.
“This slate of candidates brings a wide variety of perspectives and each is deeply rooted in PSD. We believe they will be committed to our community and our educators, advocating for equity, transparency, and accessibility,” said Candice Mozer, veteran elementary educator and PEA President.
Karla Baise – a CSU graduate, proud PSD parent, and Community Outreach Coordinator at Odell Brewing – is a strong candidate for the PSD Board of Education in District C. With over 17 years of experience building community partnerships, she brings proven skills in communication, collaboration, and advocacy. Her deep roots in our community, personal investment, and professional expertise will make her a committed board member.
Coronda Ziegler, PhD, a Student Success Manager at CSU, is a compelling candidate for PSD’s District D. With her role focusing on improving student experiences and outcomes, along with being a parent of two current PSD students, Coronda brings both professional insight and active involvement. This makes her a thoughtful and dedicated choice for District D leadership.
Andrew Spain, PhD, who is running in District E is strongly supported by his community roots. A PSD graduate, and parent of multiple past and present PSD students, he understands local families’ needs. Already appointed to represent District E, Andrew’s education paired with professional experiences will bring skills of administration and innovation to the board.
This PEA slate of candidates participated in a multi-phase endorsement process with the Poudre Education Fund for Kids. The PEA Fund is a body of PEA educators responsible for interviewing political candidates and making recommendations to PEA members.
With the announcement of these endorsements, PEA encourages Poudre School District voters to stand with educators and support their endorsed candidates.
“As an educator and PEA member organizer, I’m excited to support Karla, Coronda, and Andrew for the PSD Board of Education. This slate has committed to partnering with us to support our students, families, and educators and we look forward to working alongside them to advocate for strong public schools,” says Haleigh Alexander, PSD educator and PEA organizer.
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For press inquiries, please contact Candice Mozer, President of the Poudre Education Association, via email at poudreeapresident@coloradoea.org or via phone at (970) 223-7321