Welcome to Third Grade! I am so excited to be with you at Bear Creek Elementary this year. We are going to have fabulous adventures in our classroom and our school.

I received my Bachelor of Science from Nebraska Wesleyan University and my Teacher Certification through the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. I have been living in the Monument area for twenty-five years and love all this area has to offer with outdoor activities. My favorite outdoor activities are running, walking and hiking. My other favorite activities include reading and traveling.

I am looking forward to building relationships with my students and their families.  I also am looking forward to helping my students meet their goals and have fun and engaging learning activities throughout our school year together.

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at any time. Email is usually best: lrutledge@lewispalmer.org. Please allow 24 hours turnaround time during school weekdays. We are going to have a great year together!