School Leadership
Executive Directors of Schools (EDOS)
Main Line: 303-387-0012
| Susan Kamberos EDOS Administrative Assistant Highlands Ranch, Pathways, Choice, and Alternative Education schools 303-387-9640 |
Cheryl Taylor EDOS Administrative Assistant Castle Rock and Parker schools 303-387-9655 |
DCSD is home to 92 amazing schools. With so many great options, offering an array of school types (neighborhood, charter, alternative and online) and educational programs (International Baccalaureate, Artful Learning, STEM, Core Knowledge, etc.) we know that we have a learning community that will meet the needs of each and every learner.
Find a school that matches your child's needs and interests
Regardless of which school you choose, we are committed to supporting the following at every building:
- Striving for educational excellence
- Ensuring our schools offer the educational opportunities parents dream of for their kids.
- Building a positive culture and climate
Finally, we have refocused our efforts ensuring that we are supporting each child's journey from kindergarten to graduation. Our leaders are assigned regional
Castle Rock Region
Erin Kruse
Castle Rock Region EDOS
303-387-9655
Erin Kruse serves as the Executive Director of Schools for the Castle Rock region. She has been an educator for 20 years, most recently serving for six years as the principal of South Ridge Elementary. During her career, Erin has also worked as a teacher, special education teacher and vice principal. Erin received a Bachelor of Science in Special Education – Learning Disabilities, and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Winona State in 2002. In 2005 she completed her Master’s in Education Leadership from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is about to complete her Doctorate in Educational Leadership.
East Highlands Ranch Region
John Gutierrez
East Highlands Ranch Region EDOS
303-387-9640
John Gutierrez serves as the Executive Director of Schools (EDOS) for the East Highlands Ranch region. He has been an educator for 31 years, most recently serving for 17 years as the principal of Cougar Run Elementary. Prior to being a principal, he served as a teacher, baseball coach, Dean, and Assistant Principal. John was named DCSD Administrator of the Year at the 2021 Apple Awards. He is a proud Douglas County resident and parent.
Parker Region
Kristin Drury
Parker Region EDOS
303-387-9691
Kristin Drury serves as an Executive Director of Schools (EDOS) for the Parker Region. She has been an educator in Douglas County for over 30 years serving as a Principal, High School Administrator, Professional Development Coordinator, Professional Learning Specialist, and Classroom Teacher. Kristin has an M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Science from the University of Colorado and has an Endorsement in Educational Leadership. As a Parker resident for more than two decades, she looks forward to continuing to invest in the Parker community and supporting schools.
West Highlands Ranch Region
Ian Wells
West Highlands Ranch Region EDOS
303.387.9640
Ian Wells serves as the Executive Director of Schools (EDOS) for the West Highlands Ranch Region. He has been an educator for nearly 30 years. Prior to becoming an EDOS, Ian has held the roles of Director of Elementary Education, Director of Continuous Improvement of Teacher Effectiveness, Principal, Assistant Principal, Activities Director, English Teacher and Coach. Ian has a Colorado Principals License, a Masters of Professional Writing, and an Educational Specialist Degree.
Pathways and Alternative Education
Nikki Ballow
Pathways and Alternative Education EDOS
303-387-7921
Nikki Ballow serves as the Executive Director of Schools (EDOS) for Pathways and Alternative Education. She has been an educator for 20 years serving as a principal of both a comprehensive neighborhood high school and an alternative high school. During her career, she has also served as an assistant principal, dean, and science teacher. Nikki is passionate about serving all students through creative and innovative approaches that allow each student to feel known, valued, and inspired. She is thrilled to be back in Douglas County.
School Specific Resources
Choice Programming
Gordon Mosher III
Choice Programming EDOS
303-387-9632
Gordon Mosher III is the Executive Director of Schools (EDOS) for Choice Programming. In this role, he oversees the district's open enrollment, charter school authorization, and homeschool operations.
Gordon is a proud Douglas County resident and parent with 24 years of experience in education. He has served as a science teacher, instructional coach, and assistant principal, and has held various district administration roles. He also worked as a Program Manager for the AVID Center, where he consulted on college and career readiness.
He holds two undergraduate degrees from Michigan Technological University and a Master's in Public Administration and Policy from Fort Hays State University.