About Me

Hello Second Grade Families,

My name is Tracy Bruce and I am excited to be teaching 2nd Grade again this year (the BEST grade ever!). I received my BA from Fort Lewis College and my MA from the University of Texas at San Antonio (Curriculum and Instruction with a Reading Specialist Certification). This will be my eighth year at CTE!

Although I am originally from Colorado, I began my teaching career as a First Grade, DoDDS teacher in the Republic of Panama, where I met my husband. Having had to move often as an Air Force spouse, I’ve had many diverse experiences. I’ve taught Kindergarten, 1st grade, 4th Grade, a 1st-2nd grade combination class and have worked as a Reading Specialist.

After my first child was born, I spent time as a volunteer on Air Force bases and at my children’s schools. This experience has provided me with a great appreciation for all of our CTE volunteers. Thank you!!

In 2014, my husband retired from the Air Force and we decided to settle in Parker. Our children attended Cherokee Trail Elementary, and we have seen the positive impact CTE’s focus on being EPIC'ER has had on our own children (EPIC'ER: Show Enthusiasm, Commit to Persevere, Demonstrate Integrity, Be Courageous, Advocate Empathy, Exemplify Respect).

I look forward to getting to know all of my students, and fostering an environment in which they feel safe, respected, proud, determined, curious, and have fun learning! My classroom culture is always a priority of mine. With a strong parent-teacher partnership, I know we are going to have an AMAZING year together!!

Warmly,

Tracy Bruce

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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], 303-387-0127.

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 ).