Investigation Failed to Verify Antisemitic Allegations
An independent review could not substantiate claims that a Denver school board member used antisemitic slurs.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Administration
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An outside investigation into Denver school board director Monica Hunter has concluded without verifying allegations of antisemitic speech. The probe follows accusations that Hunter directed slurs at fellow board member Amy Klein Molk.
Why it matters
The board initiated the investigation to determine if Hunter violated conduct policies, while Hunter maintains the allegations are retaliatory for her opposition to the superintendent.
The investigation was completed within a one-week timeframe and included interviews with four individuals. Previous board investigations into member conduct have cost up to $78,000.
The players
Monica Hunter
She is a Denver school board director who is also employed by the largest teachers union in the state.
Alex Marrero
He serves as the superintendent of Denver Public Schools.
Amy Klein Molk
She is a member of the Denver school board who was allegedly targeted by the comments.
Denise Maes
She is the investigator who conducted the review of the board member's conduct.
Donald Torres
He recently resigned from his position as a Denver school board director.
The details
Investigator Denise Maes limited her probe to interviews with Hunter, Xóchitl Gaytán, Superintendent Alex Marrero, and Amy Klein Molk due to time constraints. Marrero provided notes from a January meeting to support his account of the alleged incident, while Hunter denied the claims.
Timeline
January 2026: Superintendent Alex Marrero met with Monica Hunter.
October 2023: Attacks occurred in Gaza and Israel.
Last week: Former board director Donald Torres resigned from the board.
Thursday, October 8, 2026: The investigative report was released.
Roadmap
The use of outside counsel for internal board disputes has become a frequent occurrence in local administration. This inquiry follows the pattern set by the three board-commissioned law firm investigations conducted in the last five years.
Residents may see ongoing shifts in board stability following the recent resignation of a director and the upcoming censure vote. The outcome could influence the trajectory of school leadership and superintendent oversight.
The takeaway
The school board's frequent reliance on expensive outside investigations highlights a deeply polarized environment. Community members should monitor the upcoming censure vote to understand the future direction of the district's governance.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Denver Post.
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