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~South Routt Schools- Inspiring the Next Generation~

The South Routt School District is located in rural Northwest Colorado, nestled at the base of the Flat Top Wilderness. Our schools are located on two campuses. The Elementary and Preschool are located in the heart of Yampa, while our secondary campus sits atop the hill and overlooks the quaint town of Oak Creek.

Our mission is to develop career-connected, community-based, and academically prepared students in a safe environment.

We strive to be the best small school district in Colorado, meeting the academic, social-emotional, and future needs of our students.

Announcements

State Testing

State Testing Window:

HS State Testing April 14, 2026

MS State Testing April 14-16, 2026

CMAS Science Test April 21, 22026

Elementary CMAS Testing April 6-23, 2026

MS/HS Athletics Registration

Middle and High School students planning to play sports MUST register prior to the start of practice on August 12, 2024. Click on the link below for important information pertaining to the fall sports.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1E02lGXOjjhG6l34n5qXIcut4zCUpwsqF/view?usp=drive_link

Board of Education

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South Routt School District News

Dec 15, 2025 · South Routt School District RE-3
Congratulations Dr. Henwood
This past week at the Colorado Association of School Boards annual conference, Dr. Henwood was awarded the Demot Award. The prestigious award is given to leaders in rural education that display exceptional leadership in integrity, dedication and belief to "leave it better than you found it". Dr. Henwood was selected for his commitment to South Routt School District, how he works tireless to ensure students receive what they NEED. His dedication and leadership has helped to propel our district to be Accredited with Distinction for the past three years, and his forward thinking has allowed for greater opportunities in and out of the classrooms.

Our Board of Education members were in attendace for the presentation, which speaks to his relationship with and commitment to our schools. Thank you for your heart and passion!
Dec 8, 2025 · South Routt School District RE-3
Congratulations Mrs. Koch
Mrs. Koch passed her recertification for National Board Certification for Teachers!
Dec 4, 2025 · South Routt School District RE-3
Congratulations to Isabel Szeibert
Winner of First Round of Grow Your Own Educator Fund Awards to Strengthen Local Education Workforce Funding

~Funding supports 15 educators across Routt County pursuing advanced degrees and teaching licenses to further careers~

The Yampa Valley Community Foundation (YVCF), in partnership with Routt County’s school districts, is proud to announce the first round of awards from the “Grow Your Own” Routt County Educator Advancement and Recruitment Fund, a collaborative initiative helping local current and aspiring educators advance their careers in education. The first round of Grow Your Own Educator recipients represents a wide range of career stages, experiences, and goals, and a shared commitment to serving Routt County students. the fifteen educators from the Steamboat Springs School District, North Routt Community Charter School, Hayden School District, and South Routt School District have received individual awards ranging from $2,500 to $7,500 to support their continued education. The total amount of funding for Grow Your Own Educator recipients is $77,373. “This fund is a great example of what we can achieve when our community comes together to solve challenges,” said Traci Hiatt, Director of Philanthropy at YVCF. “By investing in local educators, we’re strengthening the workforce that supports our students and families every day. This collaboration across school districts reflects the spirit of what YVCF stands for—being a convener that brings people together to create lasting impact.”

Empowering Local Educators to Grow

Launched in May of this year with an initial $50,000 gift matched by additional donations from community members, the Grow Your Own Educator Fund helps local school districts recruit and retain high-quality educators by providing financial assistance to staff pursuing professional credentials, licensure, or advanced degrees. The Grow Your Own Educator Fund was established in partnership with five public school entities in Routt County: Steamboat Springs School District, Hayden School District, South Routt School District, North Routt Community Charter School, and Steamboat Montessori. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to long-term sustainability in education. Employees who receive Grow Your Own funding commit to serving in their district for at least three years, ensuring a strong return on investment for local schools and students.

Applications for Grow Your Own Educator funding are open and reviewed on a rolling basis. Click here to fill out a Grow Your Own Educator application. Applicants must be currently employed by one of the Routt County public school entities.

Soroco's Grow Your Own Educator Fund recipient - Isabel Szeibert

After years of leading outdoor education expeditions across five continents and working remotely on curriculum development, Isabel sought a deeper connection to the Oak Creek community. She jumped at the chance to return to working with high school students and is now in her first year teaching English at Soroco High School.

With support from the Grow Your Own Educator Fund, Isabel is earning her alternative teaching license through NW CO BOCES.

“It’s been a game-changer,” she said. “Affording a pathway into education would have been difficult without this program.”

Mrs. S' bio:

Isabel Szeibert is in her first year teaching English at Soroco High School in the South Routt School District. Before entering the classroom, she spent five years leading high school students on outdoor education expeditions across five continents and later worked in curriculum development for tech companies. While living in Oak Creek and working remotely, she was missing a sense of community.

When she saw the English position open at Soroco, she immediately jumped at the opportunity to return to working with high school students and make a more direct impact on the community. Now, through support from the Grow Your Own Educator Fund, Szeibert is earning her alternative teaching license through NW CO BOCES.

“It’s definitely been a game-changer in making this transition,” she said. “I already had a master’s degree, so affording a pathway into education would have been difficult without this program.”

Returning to work with high school students feels natural for Szeibert. “The camaraderie and energy of this age group feel familiar,” she said. “It’s rewarding to be back with students every day and see them grow.” Just three months into teaching at Soroco High School, she already feels more rooted in her community than ever before. She has felt incredibly welcomed into the South Routt School District and is excited to continue building her career at Soroco High School.
Sep 17, 2024 · South Routt School District RE-3
Accredited with Distinction
For the third year in a row, the South Routt School District has been Accredited with Distinction. Our exceptional scores in CMAS, PSAT, and SAT state testing the District have placed us in the top 9% of the all districts in the state of Colorado. The learning that takes place in all of our classes contributes to our students' success. Our PK-5 classes, Ag, Band, Industrial Arts, and Art classes in addition to tested areas all contribute to developing our SOROCO students. We are proud of our students, teachers, and staff for once again earning this distinction and we strive to be the best small school district in Colorado!

~Dr. Henwood