Colorado League of Charter Schools 2026 Hall of Fame Honorees
DENVER—Feb. 26—The Colorado League of Charter Schools is pleased to announce the winners of its 2026 Hall of Fame awards that recognize the state’s most dedicated and successful educators, advocates and contributors to charter education.
Nominated by their peers and selected by a panel of expert League staff, the honorees represent the dedication, innovation and unwavering commitment that continue to make charter schools a cornerstone of educational opportunities in Colorado.
The 2026 Colorado Charter Schools Hall of Fame winners are:
Advocate of the Year:
- Pat Donovan, RootED, Denver Families for Public Schools, Denver
- Victoria Scott Haynes, Denver Families for Public Schools, Denver
Charter School Leader of the Year:
- Kevyn Stokes, Atlas Schools, Colorado Springs
Educator of the Year:
- Justice Martinez, DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School, Denver
- Kris Hamilton, Westgate Community School, Thornton
Lifetime Achievement:
- Tim Matlick, Jefferson Academy Charter Schools, Broomfield
- Zach McComsey, Legacy Institute, Colorado Springs
Most Valuable Charter School Contributor:
- Lisa Rupple, Cardinal Community Academy, Keenesburg
“We are honored to celebrate this year’s Hall of Fame Award winners, whose leadership and commitment embody the spirit of our theme, ‘Forward Together,’” said Dan Schaller, president of the Colorado League of Charter Schools. “These exceptional individuals have not only elevated charter education in Colorado, but have also unified and inspired us all to work collaboratively toward a brighter future. By embracing innovation, equity and community, they remind us that together, we can transform education and empower every student to thrive.”
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About the Colorado League of Charter Schools
The Colorado League of Charter Schools is a nonprofit, membership-based organization that represents the interests of the state’s 262 charter schools and the families of more than 136,000 students who attend them. Our mission is to improve student achievement by supporting Colorado’s charter schools, positively reshaping the public school landscape, and advancing opportunities for innovation and expanded choice. We want all Colorado students to have access to high-quality, public school options. More information is available at www.coloradoleague.org.
