Tracy Dorland has served as a committed public educator for 21 years. She started her career as an elementary classroom teacher and has also served as a reading interventionist, instructional coach, and principal. Her service in schools has been in communities impacted by socio-economic challenges, highlighting her commitment to equity and her belief in the power of public education to make a difference in the lives of students and families.
In Denver Public Schools, Tracy served as a principal supervisor, Executive Director of Educator Effectiveness, and Deputy Superintendent. Most recently, Tracy has served in Adams 12 Five Star Schools, first as the Chief Academic Officer and then as Deputy Superintendent. Tracy’s experiences also include service on the Colorado State Council for Educator Effectiveness and previous membership with the Aspen Institute’s Urban Literacy Leaders Network.Tracy is committed to creating district-wide systems and high-quality implementation of those systems so that teachers and school leaders have the supports they need to do their best work for students and families.
Tracy holds a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Colorado, Denver and a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Tracy and her husband, Ben, live in Golden with their two children who attend middle school in Jeffco. Tracy cares deeply about Jeffco and the success of all students across our diverse communities. As a mom and community member, Tracy is committed to providing leadership that will have a positive and lasting impact on the experience of all Jeffco students. When not working, you might find Tracy skiing or golfing with friends and family. She also enjoys cooking and walking her french bulldog, Birdie.