4th Grade

Welcome to the new school year! I have been a teacher at Saddle Ranch Elementary School since the 2000-01 school year. Before teaching fourth grade, I have taught third, a third/fourth combo class, fifth and sixth grade. I was born and raised in Hawaii and after high school, I attended the University of Northern Colorado. I received my Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Interdisciplinary Studies. I also have a Master’s degree in Education with an emphasis in Administration and Supervision from the University of Phoenix. I am thankful and blessed to be teaching another year at SRE!

Susan Chavez

I grew up in Southern California and spent many summers camping in one corner or another in Colorado. So it was no wonder when it came time for college that I attended Colorado State University. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I then went off to attend Metro State University where I received my teaching credentials. After a few years of teaching, I decided it was time to get my Master’s Degree in Administration.

My husband and I have lived here in Highlands Ranch since 2010. We love all that Colorado offers. Some of my hobbies and interests include hiking, swimming, quilting, cooking, and entertaining with family and friends.

I love teaching and working with kids, and I feel blessed to be working at such a wonderful place as Saddle Ranch! I have been part of the Saddle Ranch Family since 2002.

NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS

Special Education records which have been collected by Douglas County School District related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of special education in the district, must be maintained under state and federal laws for the period of five (5) years after special education services have ended for the student. Special education services end when the student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, or completes his/her educational program at age 21, or moves from the district. This notification is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Douglas County School District's intent to destroy the special education records of students who exited special education services as of June 30, 2016. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student notifies the school district otherwise. After five years, the records are no longer useful to the district, but may be useful to the parent/guardian or former student in applying for social security benefits, rehabilitation services, college entrance, etc. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may request a copy of the records by requesting the records by email to [email protected]