Welcome to 2026-2027 School Year!
I warmly greet our returning families and those joining the Ryan community for the first time. Entering my fourth year as Ryan's principal, I remain deeply committed to the Boulder Valley School District and am honored to be part of this caring, spirited, and dedicated school community. I'm grateful for the students, families, and colleagues who make coming to work each day a joy, and I look forward to another year of learning and growing together.
Celebrating Our Achievements
Reflecting on this past year, I am incredibly proud of our progress and accomplishments:
Academic Growth: Continued improvement in reading and math performance across grade levels
Student Engagement: Increased participation and enthusiasm for learning throughout the school
Positive and Safe Culture: Strengthened consistency with our Rhino Promise expectations and completed our second year as No Place for Hate
S.T.E.A.M. Buddies: Every classroom had a buddy group that met weekly to connect and explore topics related to our school's focus
A.G.E. Celebrations: Our joyful tradition of recognizing achievement, growth, and effort has become a highlight for students
Math Resource: A successful roll-out of Imagine Math which is grounded in a problem-solving approach to math. Click here for a letter about this approach as we begin year two. Ryan Imagine Math - Family Newsletter Information
New Opportunities: Introduction of optional programs including DARE to DREAM, READ to RIDE with Lafayette Fire Department, and Write Like a Rhino summer writing
Looking Ahead
Building on last year's success, our focus remains on continuous improvement and collaboration. I am thrilled and excited to welcome many new staff members to our school community. Please check the staff list for updates.
Ryan Staff List 26/27 (August 2, 2026)
As we look ahead, we remain focused on several key priorities:
Fostering a strong sense of belonging for every student, ensuring that each child feels valued, supported, and connected to our school community
Strengthening academic growth through engaging, rigorous instruction that meets students where they are and helps them reach their full potential
Building meaningful partnerships with families, recognizing that student success is a collaborative effort between home and school
Your involvement, communication, and support make all the difference in creating a positive learning environment. Please don't hesitate to reach out with questions, concerns, or ideas throughout the year—we truly value your input and engagement.
Thank you for choosing Ryan Elementary School. I look forward to a wonderful year ahead filled with learning, laughter, and achievement.
It’s a great day to be a Rhino! Go Rhinos!
Sincerely,
Stephanie Jackman
Principal
