Principal

"Cedar Ridge is dedicated to teaching the whole child. We realize that all children are individuals and need to be educated as individuals. We also know we also must hold all students to individual high expectations. A balanced curriculum and regular, diverse assessment practices are a major focus of all Cedar Ridge Elementary staff.

Parents and community are a very important part of Cedar Ridge Elementary. Without the support of parents and community our school would not be complete. I invite you to visit us at any time. Volunteer in the library, in your child's classroom, or in the office. There are many committees that need to have parent representation. Perhaps you would be interested in helping with an after school program. If you are interested in helping us, please contact me.

This website provides information about Cedar Ridge Elementary, our procedures, behavioral expectations, and educational standards. Please browse our site with your child and contact us if you have any questions, suggestions, or comments.

Thank you for your support and we are looking forward to a productive and challengin school year."

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Marty Rahl is a third generation Coloradoan. She grew up in Beulah and moved to Rye in 1969 and has lived there since. She is married, has 2 children, 4 stepchildren and 7 grandchildren. She also has a wonderful black lab, Beau. She received her BA from University Southern College in Elementary Education. Marty holds a Masters Degree in Science Curriculum Development from the National Science Foundations through Adams State College. Her School Administrator Certification was received from University of Phoenix.

From 1988 to 1999, Marty taught 3rd and 5th grade at Pueblo West Elementary. She, during that time, was also on special assignment for 2 years with the District 70 Learning Lab developing science and math curriculum. Since the fall of 1999, Marty has been the Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at Rye High School.