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Welcome to Cherry Creek Schools
Our mission is to inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, and to care.
Registration is now open!
Join us November 7 as STEAM-a-Palooza celebrates its 10th year at the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus. Explore hands-on activities, discover CCIC's brand-new pathways, and help us celebrate a decade of innovation and learning.
Forbes America's Best-in-State Employers 2026
Cherry Creek Schools has been named to the Forbes list of America's Best-In-State Employers for the sixth year in a row!
This prestigious recognition highlights organizations that excel in employee satisfaction, workplace culture, and community impact.
We continue to be grateful to our committed staff for their dedication to excellence for every student, every day.
Making Waves
Made possible by our community's support of the 2024 Bond, Overland High School's new Aquatic Center is now welcoming students and athletes.
Superintendent Search Process
The Board of Education has begun the search for the next CCSD Superintendent. Learn more about the process.
Performing Arts Shine Across Our High Schools
High school students are showcasing their talent, creativity, and hard work at every high school. From music to theatre to dance, there’s something inspiring for everyone to enjoy.
Attendance Matters. Every Student, Every Day.
Show up, dream big, and achieve more! When our students are present, they thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Explore how consistent attendance builds a brighter future for every CCSD student and find key attendance policies for the school year.
Big things are happening at your school!
Community-supported 2024 bond projects are underway. Explore the interactive map to see improvements at your school and across the district.
CCSD Calendar of Events
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CCSD In the News
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Responses are starting to come in after Dr. Sarina Pal's third grade class at Buffalo Trail Elementary School wrote letters to NFL teams as part of a football-themed project.
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Overland High School moved up to Green on the state's Performance Framework for the first time in seven years and launched a new "Apple" staff recognition tradition. Horizon Community Middle School's Bark of the Building award honored a dedicated severe needs para educator, and Endeavor Academy earned its fifth straight Green rating. The Elementary Project Support Team was also recognized for bringing STEM learning to all 44 elementary schools.
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Four former Grandview Wolves are being recognized for the legacies they built on and off the field. Recently highlighted by the Sentinel Colorado, this year’s Grandview High School Hall of Fame Class of 2026 includes distinguished alumni from football, basketball, track and field, and soccer whose talent, leadership, and achievements continue to inspire the school community.
District Announcements
October Donation Drive
Join Eaglecrest and Smoky Hill feeder families this October for our Donation Drive supporting Cherry Creek Schools' resource pantries. Donate non-perishables at your school, give monetarily, or shop our Amazon Wish List — all linked below. Every contribution helps our students thrive!
Join our dedicated team of bus drivers
Take advantage of paid training with great benefits in a supportive and fun work environment. No CDL? No problem!
Starting pay:
Bus Drivers - $24.69/hr
Non-CDL Drivers - $22.26/hr
Bus Assistants - $19.63/hr
Student Payments Moved to MySchoolBucks
Student fees and purchases are managed through MySchoolBucks (MSB) - the same system that has been in used for meal payments. You can view and pay meals and fees in one place.
Don’t have a MySchoolBucks account yet? Click the MySchoolBucks tile in the Parent Portal to get started.
Excellence for All, Excellence for the Future
150+ Languages spoken
100+ Parent & community engagement groups
Traverse Academy
First-of-its-kind mental health facility operated by a school district
$50 Million earned per year in grants & scholarships on average
90 Career & Technical Education pathways
82% of Cherry Creek teachers have advanced degrees
67% of students participate in athletics & activities
91.6% Graduation rate
#1 District for teacher satisfaction
150 security staff, including 25 School Resource Officers (SROs)
6 million meals served in 2025-2026
80 nurses across the district