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| Welcome to the Rangely School District website, designed to effectively inform the public about our school district. Everyone in Rangely has a role to play in public education. Teamwork is the best approach because working together, we can meet and even exceed our expectations for school and student success. I am asking parents, guardians and volunteers to join me in creating a school system in which all children will not only become successful learners but also will embrace learning as a joyful, lifelong activity. I encourage you to get involved at a nearby school. The Rangely School District web page will be a living "document," always up to date with functionality at its peak. ~ Dr. Barry Williams "Men with sight see things as they are.
Men with insight see things as they could be." Copyright © 2003 Joseph P. Martino |
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| Dear Rangely School District Re-4 Patrons, |
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As you know, the economy is not good. The most extraordinary economic recession since the Great Depression is taking a toll on families, companies, non-profits, and our school district. I realize many of you are concerned about the expected budget cuts coming for 2010-2011. I share your concerns. The latest information from the state indicates the cuts to K-12 school districts throughout Colorado will be in the range of 6-10 percent for the 2010-11 school year. If the projected cuts are enacted, the Rangely School District Re-4 will be looking at a significant state funding reduction of a minimum of approximately $221,000.00 for the upcoming 2010-2011 school year, which begins on July 1. The state legislature will most likely not approve final numbers until May. Right now, I cannot tell you exactly where the cuts will come. What I can share are the steps we are taking to ensure the highest quality educational service to our community while preserving every possible program. Our goals in facing these cuts are very simple: 1. Limit cuts in the classroom to the maximum extent possible to ensure continued 2. Preserve as many programs as possible. 3. Continue the district's dedication to Standards-based instruction and innovative 4. Continue to improve instructional effectiveness through professional development We are not approaching these cuts lightly, and I am committed to providing you information in a timely and accurate manner. That commitment is why I have shared with principals and the school board the list of possible cuts we are examining. Furthermore, this is why I am sharing this information with you on our district website. I know the uncertainty surrounding the district's budget is difficult. There are rumors about where the district is planning to make cuts - many of them based in little or no truth. In an effort to help ease that uncertainty, I am sharing with you our most current thinking about where budget cuts could occur. Please keep in mind that as state revenue projections change, and the budget process moves forward, this list could change or expand. * Class sizes * Staffing * Salary and benefits * District fees * Across-the-board operating budgets * Transportation/travel expenses * Extracurricular activities
These are incredibly difficult decisions that will have to be made in the coming months. While making them, our focus must remain on doing our best to put our schools in a position to succeed and to support them in providing the best possible educational opportunities to our students. We will continue to keep you updated on the district's budget as the process moves forward, and I welcome your feedback. Thank you, Dr. Williams |
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Character Traits |
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March…………Honesty |
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| Quote of the Week |
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"Challenges are what makes life interesting, overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."
~Joshua J. Marine
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| Vision Statement | ||
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Rangely RE - 4 School District's Vision is to be the best school district in Colorado through constant growth and achievement. |
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| Mission Statment | ||
| Rangely RE - 4 School District's Mission is to create a learning community dedicated to high achievement and safety for all.
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| A Great Big Thank You | ||
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Thanks to Mr. Bill Mitchem for the photos provided to the Rangely School District for the use on our website. |
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