Overview
- Superintendent Chris Smith submitted his resignation in a letter accepted during an executive session, with his retirement effective Jan. 30.
- The departure followed Denver7 reporting that detailed staff allegations of a toxic culture tied to his marriage to Human Resources chief Brenda Smith.
- Deputy Superintendent Jennifer Perry was named interim superintendent as leadership transitions begin.
- The board scheduled a Feb. 6 study session to revisit a 2022 conflict-of-interest memo and to review contracts, travel policies, and district culture.
- Directors enacted a six-month freeze on district-administration travel, and the district confirmed Brenda Smith remains employed.