Superintendent Exit Follows Reports of Toxic Culture in Cherry Creek Schools

By: Tony Kovaleski, Joe Vaccarelli | Denver7

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo. — Cherry Creek Schools Superintendent Chris Smith announced he would resign and retire on Wednesday, effective Jan. 30.

A press release from the district states that Smith submitted a letter of resignation to the district’s board of directors, which was accepted during a meeting in executive session on Tuesday.

Multiple sources tell Denver7 Investigates that Smith informed a group of principals and staff on a group call at around 1 p.m. Wednesday. An email to parents went out shortly thereafter.

In the letter, Smith writes, “After thoughtful reflection and extensive conversations with my family and colleagues, I am formally announcing my retirement as Superintendent of the Cherry Creek School District, effective January 30, 2026.

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