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Cherry Creek School District 5 Board Confronts Leadership Changes Amid Budget, Nepotism, and Student Safety Concerns.
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Overview: The Cherry Creek School District 5 Board meeting addressed issues, notably the recent resignation of Superintendent Chris Smith and the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Perry as interim superintendent. The board also discussed financial management, concerns about nepotism, and student safety protocols, with public comments reflecting dissatisfaction and calls for systemic change.
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Superintendent:
Christopher Smith
School Board Officials:
Ruthie Knowles, Angela Garland, Kristin Allan, Anne Egan, Kelly Bates
Christopher Smith
School Board Officials:
Ruthie Knowles, Angela Garland, Kristin Allan, Anne Egan, Kelly Bates
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
02/09/2026
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Recording Published:
02/09/2026
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Duration:
132 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Noteworthy
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State:
Colorado
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County:
Arapahoe County
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Towns:
Aurora, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, Foxfield, Glendale, Greenwood Village
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