Christa Overlease

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Title
Special Education Teacher
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Department
Special Education
Bio

I am excited to join Highlands Elementary and the Erie Community for a new challenge in my teaching career and a new adventure in education. This is a great opportunity to contribute to creating the culture of a new school.

After growing up in Westminster, I graduated from CU-Boulder with a degree in Psychology. After that, I pursued my teaching license in Special Education from Metro State University of Denver and my Master’s Degree in Secondary Math Education. My journey in the St. Vrain Valley School District started in 2011 at Eagle Crest Elementary School as a practicum student, then a student teacher, and finally as a Special Education Teacher. My husband and I settled in Longmont and have three amazing children. Our family enjoys traveling around the world by plane, ship or bus. We also enjoy camping, hiking, and experiencing the outdoors with our pair of Shorkie puppies and silver lab. My teaching philosophy gravitates around the idea that every child is unique and can benefit from individual supports that are catered to their learning abilities and styles. I believe in providing a positive learning environment where children are given the academic, social, and emotional support needed for success. When the proper supports are available children can meet their full potential.

Recent News

Take a look at some of our recent news.

November 20, 2024

St. Vrain Preschool Expands to Five-Day-A-Week Programs

Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations. Registration for the upcoming school year begins on December 17. Visit svvsd.org/preschool […]

November 6, 2024

A heartfelt thank you to our community

Dear St. Vrain Valley Community, Yesterday marked a historic moment for our schools and community as voters overwhelmingly approved Ballot Issue 5C, demonstrating once again the extraordinary commitment our community has to advancing public education and creating a stronger future for all students. This $739.8 million investment represents far more than building improvements and new […]

October 15, 2024

Save the Date: Celebrate our Outstanding Students, Teachers, and Staff

You are invited to join us at one of our many upcoming events celebrating the talents, achievements, hard work, and accomplishments of our outstanding students, and the teachers and staff who support their continued success. In addition to many school-specific events, including athletic games, community nights, and school performances, there are many ways for our […]

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