About Us

Welcome to Mountain Ridge Middle School. My name is Alison Shanor and I am privileged to be the principal of this wonderful school. This is my 12th year in education. I started my career as a school counselor, then dean of academics, assistant principal, and a principal, which brings me to the 2023-2024 school year. I believe in the worthy work we do and I wholeheartedly believe in the effort we put into our students every day, in order to help them succeed.

At Mountain Ridge Middle School:

We believe in every student who walks through our doors, no matter what. This is not negotiable. Every student has inherent dignity. When a student walks through our doors we have the privilege of helping them grow. Greeting our students, letting them know we are glad they are here today and engaging them in learning that connects to the bigger world so they can see all the possibilities of what could be, is our worthy task. We strive to be a student centered leader and our decision making is guided by what is best for our kids.

We believe in relationships. The last few years have proven the value of relationships. Relationships are the foundation of our work and every student should feel connected to someone in the building. Not just their peers, but also a caring adult who believes in them, who views them as a unique individual who has the right to learn and feel safe, and who will empower them to reach their highest potential.

We believe in a culture of belonging. Every student is “our” student and we must all work together to ensure their success. Every student should feel like they are a part of our community and believe at their core that they have a vital and special role in our building. Each student has value and should feel like they belong when they are in our care.

I look forward to partnering with you to help your student learn, explore and grow. My door is always open and I welcome your feedback.

Principal

Alison Shanor

Address

10590 Mountain Vista Ridge, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Contact

Phone: 303-387-1800 | Fax 303-387-1801

Attendance Phone: 303-387-1802

Office Hours

7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Upcoming Events

This week at Mountain Ridge

 Mon, Oct 7
  • Yearbook 3:00-4:00 pm
  • 7th Grade Girls Volleyball Games vs Ranch View
    • A/B Home vs Ranch View
    • C @ Ranch View
  • 7th/8th Grade Flag Football Games vs Ranch View
    • 7th Home vs Ranch View
    • 8th @ Ranch View
 Tues, Oct 8
  • Book Club @ 7 am
  • Running Club @ 2:45 pm
  • Gamma Nu : 2:45-4 pm, Room 130
  • Mountain Ridge and Vista Combined Choir Concert @ Vista
  • 7th/8th Flag Football 1st round playoffs (A Team Only)
    • 7th @ Sagewood / 8th @ Cresthill
 Wed, Oct 9

  • Student Council: 7:00 am
  • Unified Kickball District Game @ Cresthill 4:00-5:00 pm
  • Band and Orchestra Concert @ 6:00 pm
  • Art Club: 2:45 pm
  • Chess Club: 2:45 pm
  • Mountain Bike Club: 2:45 pm
  • 7th/8th Flag Football Semi Final/Finals
    • 7th @ Echo Park / 8th @ Half Time stadium
 Thurs, Oct 10

  • School Assembly during RAM
  • Running Club @ 2:45 pm
  • 7th Girls Volleyball Tournament @ Castle Rock Middle School
 Fri, Oct 11
  • Fall Break begins at 2:46 pm

 

FEATURES

Free & Reduced Lunch

Starting this 2023-24 school year, Douglas County School District is excited to announce its participation in the HealthySchool Meals for All program for Breakfast and Lunch. All students enrolled at Douglas County School District may participate in the Breakfast (where available) and Lunch at no cost!

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