March 2018 Newsletter - Rock Ridge Elementary

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March 2018 Newsletter

The countdown has begun, at least for Spring Break that is just around the corner.
When we return we will begin state testing (PARCC & CMAS) for all 3rd-6th
graders in the areas of Math, Language Arts, Science (5th grade) and Social Studies (4th
grade). Testing will be ongoing through the month of April. For a schedule of our
testing please check out our website for more details.

These assessments are used in addition to other benchmark assessments as evidence
for proper student placement, the development of instructional strategies to meet the
needs of individual students, and with the development of individual plans for
learning. This data, when used with other pieces of evidence, is a crucial part of
planning for next year’s instructional goals and strategies. In addition, this data is
carried forward with each student moving to Mesa Middle School for their planning.
Finally, the information that is shared with parents gives us another format to gauge
our student’s knowledge foundation. I urge you to share this information with your
children when you receive the results at the end of the year so that your child has a
better understanding of where they are academically. This will help your child
understand where they excel as well as where they can benefit from additional
support and focus.

Spirit week is from March 12th-16th so be sure to check the calendar for daily
themes. This week we also have student led conferences on Wednesday and Thursday
(March 14th and 15th). Be sure to schedule your time with your child’s teacher.
We will also be raffling off a brand new Compound Bow from
Diamond. This bow is designed for ages 6-adult. A versatile
bow that can be used for target or hunting. Tickets are $5/
ticket or 5 tickets for $20. Need not be present to win. You can
buy tickets from Lisa in the school office and we will be
drawing the winner on Friday, March 16th.

For those parents who are dropping off students along Heritage Avenue,
please remember to follow all driving laws and not drop students off
in no parking zones. This is for everyone’s safety and Castle Rock
traffic police are monitoring the situation.

Thank you everyone for making Rock Ridge Elementary a great place to learn. Have
a wonderful month and stay warm.

Sincerely,
Peter Mosby

March Newsletter 2018

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In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, the Douglas County School District RE-1 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The School District's Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator to address complaints alleging sexual harassment under Title IX is Aaron Henderson, 620 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock, Colorado, [email protected], 720-433-1083.

Outside Agencies

Complaints regarding violations of Title VI, (race, national origin), Title IX (sex, gender), Section 504/ADA (handicap or disability), may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 303 E. 17th Ave., Suite 510, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 1050, Denver, CO 80202.

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 at this link ( Douglas County School District Transcripts and Records Requests ).