The Denver Public Schools Board of Education on Thursday formally reprimanded director John Youngquist for his behavior toward district staff, which an outside investigation found was “belittling, dismissive and condescending.”

The school board voted 5 to 1 to censure Youngquist, a rare move that came at the request of Superintendent Alex Marrero and after directors already publicly scolded their colleague twice this year for his behavior toward DPS employees.

Kimberlee Sia was the only director to vote against the censure; Youngquist abstained from the vote.

“The decision to impose censure on a fellow board member is not taken lightly,” board Vice President Marlene De La Rosa said. “It is essential that every member of this board uphold the values of equity, professionalism, acco

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