If you live in or near Timnath, CO chances are you might have child who goes to Bethke Elementary school. Tucked away in Northern Colorado in a small cluster of homes and businesses, Bethke Elementary School, part of the PSD cluster of schools in Northern Colorado. Timnath is a booming community with a ton of families. From kindergarten to the fifth grade, Bethke Elementary School has been in the Northern Colorado community for almost 20 years and has some of the best staff members in PSD. But changes are coming!

Here are a few things Bethke Elementary School in Timnath is known for

  • A strong focus on STEM education and hands-on learning
  • Emphasis on student leadership and character development
  • Consistently high academic performance compared to district averages
  • A modern campus with updated technology and collaborative spaces

After years of leading Bethke Elementary School in Northern Colorado, Ann Alfonso has decided to hang up her ruler and start living her life. Sleeping in, maybe enjoy a glass of wine at 2pm, or maybe just sit in silence and not answer any questions.

After discussions, community feedback, and an extensive search, Bethke has chosen its new head cheese, and his name is Deon Davis. This guy seems like the real deal, and I’m excited to welcome him to the Northern Colorado community!

How to Prepare Your Child For School Personnel Changes

  • Explain what a principal does
  • Talk positively about the change
  • Share what will stay the same
  • Visit the school website or newsletter

Good luck on this new adventure, Principal Deon Davis!

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