5th Grade

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Darren Elmore

I am originally from Kansas (Rock Chalk Jayhawks!), but my wife and I have lived in Colorado for over 30 years, so it's probably safe to call it "home" now. I have a son, two cats, and one very energetic dog. I began my teaching career in January of 2002, and I've spent all but a few months of it right here at Saddle Ranch! I graduated from...wait for it...the University of Kansas and later earned my master's degree from the University of Colorado at Denver.

I truly love what I do, and I believe my enthusiasm and passion helps to make my classroom a fun, safe and engaging place for kids to learn and thrive.

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Kara Powell

Hello! My name is Kara Powell. I am from Austin, TX, but my family and I have lived in Colorado for 6 years. My husband and I have a daughter and a dog. We love the beautiful Colorado weather and spending time outside, especially going to the mountains.  After attending Texas Tech and receiving my business degree, I decided to become a teacher! I graduated from Texas State University and began teaching in 2011. I have taught first, second, third, and fifth grade! My favorite subject to teach is math. I love getting to know my students and their families and seeing all the progress made throughout the year!

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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]