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HAYDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
ELECTION UPDATE
June 18, 2013 The Hayden School District is holding a Special Mail-In Election on the question of abolishing specified school board director districts and having all seats at-large. It is a single question ballot, with voting ending on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. The Hayden School board is a 5 member board. At the present, each member is elected from a designated area within the school district boundaries. You can only run for the school board when the seat from your district is up for reelection for a 4 year term. All district voters may vote for all districts during each election, however you may only run for the seat in your district. We have years when 3 people run for one district, with no candidates running in another district. The board must then appoint someone from that district to that seat. By eliminating the districts, all school board seats would be at large (i.e., any eligible district citizen may run when any board seat becomes open). For example, this fall we have 3 board seats up for reelection. If 5 candidates emerge to run for the school board, all would be eligible for election. The district voters would then vote for the three they feel are the best candidates. The 3 candidates with the highest number of votes out of the 5 candidates would become the newly elected board members. We would only have uncontested races if there were fewer candidates than seats open for reelection. Ballots are being mailed to active voters on Tuesday, May 28, 2013. Ballots may be returned at anytime thereafter until Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Ballots may be dropped off or returned by mail. There are 2 drop-off locations:
1) Hayden Town Hall during their regular business hours
2) Hayden School District Administration Office from 8:00 to 4:00, M-F, and 7:00 to 7:00 on Election Day, June 18, 2013. Ballots must be RECEIVED by 7:00 p.m. on June 18! Postmarks do not count as a received ballot! PLEASE VOTE! If you are registered to vote in Routt County, but are not an active voter, you may still vote in this election. Paperwork to reactivate your voting status and ballots are available at the Hayden Administration Office. If you have any questions or concerns about the ballot issue or the voting process, please feel free to contact the Hayden School District Administration office (970) 276-3864. Jnl Linsacum is the District’s election official, and Mike Luppes is the District Superintendent. Thanks for voting!! Mike Luppes
HSD Superintendent
Welcome to the End of the Year!ELEMENTARY -- MIDDLE SCHOOL-- SECONDARY SCHOOLS COMBINED - HIGH SCHOOL - DISTRICTWIDE FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE SCHEDULES PLEASE CHECK OUT THE ACTIVITY CALENDAR LINK ABOVE! Mon - Wed (20th-22nd) - HS Football Spring Camp - 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Mon (20th) 7th Grade Class Trip Mon (20th) - ELEM Talent Show Rehearsal - 4:00 p.m. HS Auditorium Tue (21st) 6th Grade Class Trip Tue (21st) - ELEM Field Day Wed (22nd) - 1st Grade Party at the Town Park Wed (22nd) - Kindergarten Continuum - 5:30 p.m. - ELEM Gym Wed (22nd) - 8th Grade Promotion in the HS Auditorium
Thurs (23rd) - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! Thurs (23rd) - Elem Talent Show in the HS Auditorium - 1:00 p.m. Thurs (23rd) 8th Grade Class Trip Fri (24th) - HS Make-up AP Literature Exam 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
SPORTS PHYSICALS FOR THE 2013/2014 SCHOOL YEAR Sponsored by the Booster Club Tue & Wed, May 28th & 29th 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. by appointment $25 Sports Physicals are good for 365 days. ALL ATHLETES MUST HAVE A CURRENT PHYSICAL ON FILE WITH THE SCHOOL PRIOR TO THE 1st DAY OF PRACTICE!!! Call Barb in the MS Office for an appointment - 276-3762
FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE SCHEDULES PLEASE CHECK OUT THE ACTIVITY CALENDAR LINK ABOVE!
Photo by Matt Stensland Buy a print of this Hayden Valley Elementary School first-graders point to their teacher, Lori Hornstein, middle, after learning Thursday she was named a Peabody Energy Leader in Education. By Matt Stensland Thursday, March 21, 2013 Steamboat Springs — Based on her remarks after being named a Peabody Energy Leader in Education, Lori Hornstein’s commitment to education was clear#When it came time for the Hayden Valley Elementary School first-grade teacher to speak, she directed the attention away from herself and toward the crowd of students gathered for the assembly. Always an educator, she told the students she wanted them to focus and do well on upcoming Transitional Colorado Student Assessment Program testing. “They make all of us in our school look good,” Hornstein said. She then led the students in singing the ABCs. This is Hornstein’s 26th year teaching at the school, where she has taught students in kindergarten through third grade. Thursday’s assembly was meant to surprise Hornstein. That was tough, though, because the school had a surprise assembly in January to honor kindergarten teacher Laura Voorhees as a Leader in Education. It was obvious another teacher from the school was being recognized when Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Program Manager Maureen Moore walked into the gymnasium. She flew into Hayden from St. Louis, where Peabody is based. Peabody is the world’s largest private-sector coal company and runs Routt County’s Twentymile Mine southeast of Hayden. “I bet we have someone here that turns on electricity in your minds every day,” Moore said when introducing Hornstein to the students. Principal Rhonda Sweetser said Hornstein is known for dedicating extra time to her students and often can be found at the school on nights and weekends. “One of the people that is always here is Lori, and that’s after years and years of teaching,” Sweetser said. “She just believes in giving it her all and being ready for everything she has to do.” Hornstein also has won the praises of parents. “They realize her dedication and that she is a teacher who realizes parents are an important part of the education team, and she expects the highest level from all students,” Sweetser said. Students appreciate her, as well. “She’s really smart, and she teaches us a lot,” said Joseph Hockaday, one of Hornstein’s students. Hornstein’s husband, Donovan, was at the assembly to congratulate his wife. Hornstein said she was shocked and surprised by the recognition. “I’m still shaking,” she said after the assembly. Peabody is recognizing about a dozen educators this year in Routt, Moffat and Eagle counties, where Peabody has mining operations or corporate offices. In addition to Voorhees and Hornstein, Hayden High School teacher Kevin Kleckler was honored in February. In Moffat County, Craig Middle School seventh-grade science teacher Brynna Vogt was given the $1,000 award that teachers can use in any way they like. To reach Matt Stensland, call 970-871-4247 or email
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Gina Zabel/courtesyHayden High School vocational education teacher Kevin Kleckler, center, was honored Tuesday as part of Peabody Energy’s Leaders in Education program.By Matt Stensland Steamboat Today Friday, February 8, 2013 Steamboat Springs — An emergency assembly at Hayden High School this week resulted in a big surprise for one of its teachers. Vocational education teacher Kevin Kleckler said he was expecting some sort of major announcement when he took his students to the gymnasium. He became the focus of the assembly when it was announced everyone was there to recognize Kleckler through Peabody Energy’s Leaders in Education program. “I’m humbled to be recognized for something I’m so passionate about,” Kleckler said Friday. “It was very nice.” Among those gathered were students, teachers and Peabody representatives as well as Kleckler’s wife, three children, parents, sister, best friends and pastor. “I didn’t even know they were there,” Kleckler said. “They just snuck in.” Kleckler was the second Routt County teacher to be given the recognition by Peabody, which owns Twentymile Mine southeast of Hayden. Hayden kindergarten teacher Laura Voorhees was recognized last month. Peabody plans to honor those who work in education throughout the year in Routt, Moffat and Eagle counties, where Peabody has mining operations or offices. The educational leaders are chosen by a committee of top educators and business leaders. “Our students knew that Kevin (Kleckler) was deserving, and we were really pleased to see him receive this award,” Hayden Superintendent Mike Luppes said. Kleckler’s most recognized accomplishment has been his leadership in growing the school district’s vocational education program that offers welding and automotive classes. Kleckler was instrumental in securing $1.6 million to build the Babson-Carpenter Career and Technical Education Center that opened in November 2008. Luppes said students have been leaving high school with college credit certifications that have jump-started their careers. Kleckler also has served as the football and track and field coach as well as the athletic director. With the recognition comes a $1,000 award. Kleckler said he would like to buy something for his home that forever would remind him about the award. “Maybe I’ll buy a desk,” Kleckler said. He said he also would consider putting the money into a savings account to help pay for medical bills for his 3-year-old son, Lewis, who has Down syndrome. According to Peabody, the Leaders in Education program is continuing to accept nominations and is open to educational professionals of public, private and independent schools. Nominations can be made at www.peabodyenergyleadersineducation.org. To reach Matt Stensland, call 970-871-4247 or email
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Photo by John F. RussellBuy a print of thisHayden Valley Elementary School kindergarten teacher Laura Voorhees reacts Thursday morning after learning she won the Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Award. Peabody Energy Colorado Director of Human Resources Scott Harrell and Peabody Energy Leaders in Education Program Manager Maureen Moore visited the school and presented a gift basket and a check for $1,000 to Voorhees during a school assembly.From the Steamboat Today Thursday, January 10, 2013By John F. RussellSteamboat Springs — On Thursday morning, students at Hayden Valley Elementary School were asked what coal gives them during an informal assembly inside the school’s gym.One student answered electricity that goes into the power lines, another added that it provides light for her home at night, and one boy said coal provided the energy to charge his remote-controlled cars. All great answers, but on this day, Peabody Energy was there to provide something that the students didn’t expect. Maureen Moore, program director for Peabody Energy’s Leaders in Education, flew into Hayden from Missouri to recognize kindergarten teacher Laura Voorhees and present the popular teacher with a $1,000 award for her efforts. Scott Harrell, a representative for Twentymile Mine, joined Moore along with Sarah Leonard, the director of special events for the Steamboat Chamber Resort Association. Voorhees has worked at the school for past six years. Moore said Voorhees puts her students’ needs first and finds unique ways to collaborate, share ideas and implement new strategies so her students have a successful learning experience. Voorhees has incorporated technology in her lessons and was chosen to participate in Microsoft’s U.S. Innovative Education Forum, where she collaborated with teachers from across the national about the role technology plays in early-childhood education. Voorhees also encourages parents to get involved in the classroom through her website, where she posts pictures and videos from classroom activities. “She is an inspiration,” Moore said. “She won this award based on her dedication to set children in this community on the right path.” Peabody presents the award in communities where its employees live. The company plans to honor 10 to 12 more educators this year in Routt, Moffat and Eagle counties, where Peabody has mining operations or cooperate offices. Moore said the award is a way to recognize not only teachers, but also educators who are making a difference in children’s lives. She said the award is open to anyone in education from custodians to principals. Peers or community members nominate the award winners, and a panel of judges — which includes executives from Peabody, educational representatives and community members — make the final choices on winners. “I’m very surprised. I had no idea what was going on,” Voorhees said after being presented with the award Thursday. “It means a lot, and it’s nice to be recognized. It’s nice to know that what you are doing in the classroom is paying off.” |
