Hello RRE families:
I hope this note finds you all warm and healthy as we continue to navigate the challenges
of coping with COVID and a moving target when it comes to safety procedures. I know
that many of you have been significantly impacted during this time and seven more so in
recent weeks. Please keep in mind that Rock Ridge will continue to support families in
any way that we can and continue to follow district guidelines, including quarantine
expectations.
With that said, in case you have not noticed, I have not been present at school this past
week. My son began displaying COVID symptoms with the loss of taste and smell.
Following district guidelines I have been placed on quarantine and cannot return to
school until November 2nd. I was hoping to return earlier after testing from our doctor
but that has not been the result I was hoping for. Needless to say, this has been frustrating
for me not being there in person for you and your children. Luckily, Rock Ridge is full of
amazing staff, including a dynamite front office and a spectacular assistant principal, Mrs.
Julie Roach. (Who by the way has been nominated for the 2021 Colorado Outstanding
Assistant Principal of the Year Award. Congratulations!) Thus, I have been working
remotely and will continue to throughout the week. I am still reachable should you need
my assistance both via email and phone.
The first week back with everyone returning to Rock Ridge (except for our e-learners) has
been a huge success. Thank you Rock Ridge staff, parents and students for making this
possible. I cannot tell you how impressed I am with our community and stakeholders.
On an obvious note, winter has arrived in force and with some
dangerous cold temperatures along with it. Please remember to bundle
up your kids so that they are ready for whatever Mother Nature has in
store and do not drop off your kids prior to the doors opening at
8:20am.
I look forward to seeing everyone in the car loop soon as well as seeing your students
when I return next week. Until then, be safe and enjoy the snow!
Sincerely,
Peter Mosby
Principal, Rock Ridge Elementary
October 2020 Newsletter