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Cherry Creek board, superintendent warn proposed state cuts could cost millions and staff
Summary
Board members and Superintendent Smith said proposals at the state level to change school funding rules and cut education dollars could reduce district revenue by about $17 million and would affect staff and services; public commenters urged continued district support for vulnerable students.
Cherry Creek School District leaders on Feb. 10 told the board and audience that proposed changes at the state and federal level could materially reduce the district's funding and affect staffing and services.
Director Allen told the board the "proposed elimination of declining enrollment averaging threatens to cut $17,000,000 from our district, roughly 170 teachers." Superintendent Smith and several board members said they are actively communicating with state lawmakers and preparing to advocate for the district.
The warnings came during regular board reports and public comment at the board's meeting at Fox Ridge Middle School. The…
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