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Denver Public Schools superintendent Alex Marrero applies for same position at Miami -Dade County Public Schools
By Jennifer McRae at CBS4 Miami
· June 12, 2026
· 2 min read
Denver Public Schools superintendent Alex Marrero has announced that he has applied for the same position at Miami-Dade County Public Schools. In a letter, Marrero stated, "This is not a decision I made lightly and is not one intended to diminish or disregard the great success we've shared in DPS du
Key takeaway Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post Board members say under Marrero's leadership, the district reached an 80% graduation rate.
Why this matters in The Miami
The potential departure of Denver's superintendent Alex Marrero for Miami-Dade County Public Schools raises questions about the future of education leadership in Miami. If Marrero were to be selected, his experience in achieving high graduation rates, such as the 80% rate reached in Denver, could be an asset for Miami-Dade County. The district, which serves a diverse population including major hubs like Little Havana and Miami Beach, faces unique challenges such as addressing the needs of Latin American and Caribbean communities. Marrero's leadership style and ability to engage with the community will be closely watched, particularly given the district's history of responding to the needs of its diverse student body. As the selection process unfolds, Miami-Dade County residents will be looking for a superintendent who can build on the district's strengths while addressing its challenges, including those related to hurricane preparedness and sea-level rise, which can impact school infrastructure and student safety.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 12, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Denver Public Schools superintendent Alex Marrero has announced that he has applied for the same position at Miami-Dade County Public Schools. In a letter, Marrero stated, "This is not a decision I made lightly and is not one intended to diminish or disregard the great success we've shared in DPS du
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