Woodland Park School District Superintendent Ken Witt’s contract has been renewed for 2½ years, according to a press release and report by Gazette news partner KOAA.

The district announced the news Thursday after the school board approved the contract renewal on Wednesday.

In a news release, the district said that Witt has proven to be an impactful leader. Below is a portion from that release:

“The Woodland Park School District (WPSD) today announced the renewal of Superintendent Witt’s contract, celebrating continued stability and excellence in education. The decision, reached by the school board after careful consideration at the January 10 Regular Board meeting and its Special Board meeting held on Wednesday, January 17, reflects the board’s commitment to maintaining strong leadership that prioritizes our students’ academic success and safety.”

The contract runs through June 2026.

Debate and scrutiny have followed Witt and Woodland Park schools for more than a year. 

In November, both sides claimed victory after a settlement was reached in a lawsuit filed against the Woodland Park School Board by the Woodland Park Education Association.

At issue was policy KDDA, initiated in last February, which prohibited district employees from speaking to the press or posting on social media about school matters without the superintendent’s prior approval.

During mediation, the parties agreed to language changes within the policy.

Woodland Park School District Superintendent Ken Witt

Courtesy Woodland Park School District