Wes Paxton will take the helm of the Clear Creek School District this summer following his selection by the school board as Superintendent.
Paxton will replace outgoing Superintendent Tom Meyer who announced his departure after one year of service in the district.
“Mr. Paxton brings more than 30 years of educational experience, including nearly two decades as a secondary principal and most recently, serving as Community Superintendent for mountain schools within Jeffco Public Schools,” reads a statement from the CCSD board.
Paxton will begin his role officially on July 7. School Board President Jessica North said she expects he will stay the course in the future as superintendent as opposed to the revolving door that has been the top position in the district.
“I’m three-and-a-half years into my four-year term and I’m hiring my fourth superintendent I will serve with,” North said.
Paxton was selected by the school board based largely on his experience in administration inside mountain schools, North said.
“His history of building collaborative leadership teams makes him a perfect fit for our district’s next chapter,” North said.
“I am honored and excited to join the Clear Creek team,” Paxton said in a statement.. “This is a district with a proud history and a promising future. I look forward to listening, learning, and leading in partnership with our staff, families, and community to ensure every student is prepared for success.”