The Staff at West Ridge Elementary

West Ridge has put forth the greatest effort and energy in recruiting and hiring the absolute highest quality of teachers and support staff. We currently have 23 certified teachers on staff, and an additional 3 certified staff members. We know that good teachers and good people make the difference in schools, and you can be assured that West Ridge has both.

Getting to know the administration. . .

Will Pierce - 720-685-5300West Ridge Elementary

Education:

  • B/A Western State College of Colorado
  • MA University of Denver
  • Why I want to be at West Ridge:

  • I believe in students, I believe in teachers, I believe in parents, and I believe in our society at large. As a school we have an opportunity to empower and align all the integral forces of a child's life, and by doing so we can truly make a difference for our children and our future. I am excited to be part of something this special.

Ari Carol - 720 685 5300 - TOSA DeanWest Ridge Elementary

Education:

  • BA in psychology from University of California Santa Barbara, CA, Master of Social Work from University of Denver, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Type D Certificate from University of Phoenix

Why I want to be at West Ridge

  • I am excited to open a new school where there are only possibilities. I look forward to partnering with students and the community to create a safe welcoming place where each of us can learn from everyone.

Sharon Taylor - 720 685 5300 - Literacy Resource Teacher

Education:

  • Bachelors in Education at State University of New York at Buffalo.  I have my minor in Spanish.  Master's in Curriculum and Instruction at University of Colorado at Denver.

Why I want to be at West Ridge

  • I am excited to teach at West Ridge because we have the opportunity to create a dynamic place for learning. We will be starting a new exciting school and it will be like no other school. It will be a great privilege to be part of a new community.