Mrs. Ruter's Classroom

My name is Kelsie Ruter and I warmly welcome your second grader into my classroom for the 2014-2015 school year.  This will be an exciting year sprinkled with fun and opportunities for personal and academic growth.

                I would like to tell you a bit about myself.  I was born in northwest Iowa, but moved to Denver when I was two, which makes me an official “semi-native.”  I attended a small college back in the Iowa town I was born in.  There, I was fortunate enough to play volleyball, soccer, and basketball. Since I am now a wash-up, I enjoy playing recreational sports, tennis, and losing rounds of golf to my husband. :)  Needless to say, being active always has been and continues to be a large part of my life.  After graduating, I moved to Bozeman, Montana and taught second grade there for one year.  Although it was beautiful, I couldn't stand the cold and the fact that it snowed in October and didn't melt until May. 

                I moved back to Denver and have been at Coyote Hills ever since.  I taught second grade my first two years at Coyote Hills, and for the past two years have taught third grade here.  I am so excited to be back in second grade again!   In March of 2013, I married my husband, Luke, who is a Recreation Coordinator in Highlands Ranch.  Last March, we bought, renovated, and moved into our first house.  It was a wonderful experience, but not one that I am looking to do again anytime soon! This summer we enjoyed relaxing, settling into our house, camping, and spending time with our families. We are also expecting our first child in January! We are so excited for this new chapter in our lives!   

                I am looking forward to this year! This is a wonderful school and community- I am blessed to be a part of it! I want to thank you in advance the support you offer to your child and to myself throughout the year.