"Being a school board member has been an incredibly difficult and equally rewarding experience thus far. I am grateful to my colleagues on the board, district staff, and the community for the consistent support and for their efforts in always pushing to make things better in the Roaring Fork School District."  

Our school board members volunteer countless hours and work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that every student has the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. Let’s come together to honor their commitment and hard work!

January is Board of Education Recognition Month, and we are excited to take this opportunity to recognize the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our Board members. Their leadership and advocacy play a vital role in shaping the future of our students and community. We are grateful for their tireless efforts to ensure that every student in the Roaring Fork School District receives the support and education they deserve.

A special recognition goes to each of our Board members for their unwavering service and for making our district a place where all students can thrive. Thank you for your leadership, vision, and commitment to our students, staff, and families! Let’s take a moment to celebrate their contributions and the positive impact they continue to have on our schools.

• Kenny Teitler: District A; Board Representative for CRES, CMS, & RFHS
• Betsy After: District B; Board Representative for RVS, CCS, & BRHS
• Lindsay Defrates: District C; Board Representative for SES, TRCS, & GSHS
• Jasmin Ramirez: District D; Board Representative for GSES, GSMS, & GSHS
• Kathryn Kuhlenber: District E; Board Representative for BES, BMS, & BH

We are proud to have such a dedicated group of individuals serving our community!

Please check out our January Newsletter, full of important information and updates such as:

• Board of Education Recognition Month, celebrating our dedicated members

• Board Meeting Updates,

• Raising Kindergarten Registration Information,

• Special Education Focus Groups

• And more!

As our community turns toward the holiday season and the New Year, columns like this typically reflect on the year that is ending and the new year to come. While I would prefer to share news from the students, families, teachers and staff who make our district so strong, instead I would like to share information about financial challenges facing the district. 

At its December meeting, the Board of Education learned about several financial issues that will impact the district’s budgets this year and next. The first issue to address is closing out the district’s estimated $5.7 million shortfall, due primarily to underestimating the true cost and risk of the self-insurance plan launched in the 23/24 school year. The shortfall was further complicated by the rushed development of the 24/25 school year budget that omitted key expenditures and overestimated student enrollment. Read more here.

Don't forget to check out our Family and Community Newsletter!

Únanse a esta noche de información en español sobre el FAFSA, CASFA, y planificación financiera. Traiga su propia computadora!

• When: November 20th, 2024

• Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

• Where: Glenwood Springs High School - Library

Dear Families and Community, please check out the November Community Newsletter for the Roaring Fork School District.