Red Hawk Ridge Elementary School

Great school with super nice teachers and quality education. This school was the first school my daughters attended here in the U.S after moving from another country and they were given all the possible attention/help to help integrate with the U.S education system. My kids studied for two years here before we had to relocate to another state. I would highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent

I am new to the district and to the school, but so far I am elated with the teaching staff dedicated to the preK children in the special needs department. The speech & occupational therapists, early childhood educators, PHD, para-professionals on staff, etc just the best I've seen in a public school setting. I am also pleased with the Leadership team in place that I met at the SPED 101 workshops.
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I have a second grader whom has attended this school since kindergarten. My daughter and I both absolutely LOVE this school. Every teacher and school administrator we have come in contact with has been so nice, helpful and respectful. Even the school's principal is approachable and adored by the kids. The before and after school program has been excellent. Also, please note that my child is of mixed race and feels both comfortable and completely accepted at this school. I can't say enough good things about it.
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I have a Gifted and Advanced daughter that needed special programs than can fit her needs. RHR has been an incredible experience since she started 1st grade. She love going to school everyday and has not only a busy agenda with her Advanced Classes but also with all the other Clubs options that are offer for all students. The teachers really know how to handle G&A kids, they are all very friendly and I can comunicate with them by email or phone at anytime. The Before/After Care program also rocks. This is a School that really make you feel part of the comunity!
—Submitted by a parent

I have two children grow at Red Hawk Ridge. They have excellent programs for reading and writing. There has been a great deal of comfort knowing my kids were attending this school. The principle really has a heart for the kids and is always visiable and has an open door. They are slow to lable which was appeciated when my child had a rough day. The teachers have been amazing and caring. We have had the pleasure of working with Mrs. Dougherty (K), Mrs. Mramor (1st), Mrs Barrett (2nd) and Mrs. Estey (2nd). They are all hardworking and really love what they do. We feel really torn about moving but we have to relocate to the East. But I highly recommend this school. It just gets better and better every year! Thanks for you devotion to the next gererations!!!
—Submitted by a parent

Safety at dismissal is a real concern. ANYONE could take a child. NO one has ever asked who I am, why am I there, who am I there to pick up, do I have permission to pick up a child, etc.

Have been at this school for 5 years now. Both my children have been very happy here. It's a wonderful environment!
—Submitted by a parent

I have 2 children in pre-k here and they have been excellent! Both of my children need extra help and all of the teachers seem to care and love what they do which is so important. We came from DPS which seemed like most of the people did not really care and were there for a check. This school is needs based and not trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. They really tailor the experience based on what your child needs and how they learn best. I rally can't say enough good things about this school and there staff.
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IMy son has been at this school for the last 3 years and it has been wonderful. We came from Aurora public school and he was so far behind, but after getting some one on one at Red Hawk Ridge he quickly caught up. I kept thinking about moving but I know it would be hard to leave such a great school, so we are staying here. I can't wait for his brother to start kindergarten there this year.
—Submitted by a parent

Amazing school, amazing staff! My daughter is excited everyday to go to school.
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im a mom of a 2nd grader who want to another school from k. my child could not read very will.when she want to red hawk ridge for 1st she learned so fast.now she in her room and she reads all the time by herself. she love it!!!!!!!!!! now she is going to be in 2nd grade. i counld not be happyer.
—Submitted by a parent

the school is great the teacher are so nice
—Submitted by a student

I am the mother of a 1st grader who also attended the school last year. She is a student of Ms. Rubinstein and we could not have asked for a better teacher. We are well informed of what is going on in the class and everything that needs to be done at home to make sure our daughter is on track. I have never had any problem at the school, we have had no problems with the lady at the front desk, she has always been really warm with our daughter and they have conversations all the time.
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter is in the 4th grade.The school is still adjusting to the increasing pop.and being new. This year more electives were added:chorus, art club,running club. The special teachers go the extra mile for the kids.We have had very good luck with home teachers. Mrs. Erickson (3rdgrd)and Mrs. Lemoine (4thgrd) were very patient with my daughter who loses interest very fast with school. They kept me in touch with what was going on in class and we had plenty of time to correct any changes before final grades. Principle was very involved with the kids, she was infront of school everyday and always approachable. My only personal issue was with the front desk person. She mismarked my daughter when tardy and I had the district call and ask why my daughter was absent. She is not children friendly! The school is constantly improving and I feel my child is safe.
—Submitted by Sharon (mom), a parent