5TH GRADE

This is my eleventh year of teaching and my fourth year at Stedman. While at Stedman, I have taught fifth grade and worked as the 3-

5 Math Interventionist and Math Specialist. I grew up in the Denver area and graduated from Englewood High School, received a Bachelors in Political Science from CU-Boulder and a Masters in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education from CU-Denver. My two kids have grown up going to DPS schools and are now in high school and college.

My goal for my students is to help them develop the skills and confidence they need to do anything they can dream of, as well as things we can’t even begin to imagine will be possible someday. I want them to ask big questions, think flexibly and creatively as problem-solvers, and have the confidence and communication skills to advocate for themselves in middle school, high school and beyond. I am excited to work with all of you this year and welcome any communication and feedback as we work towards our goals!

My name is Sara Betancur. I am very happy and proud of being part of the Stedman family. Originally from Pereira, the coffee region of Colombia, with over 20 years of experience, I have dedicated my career to teaching diverse subjects to Elementary and High school students in Colombia. My goal at Stedman, is to focus on academic growth by strengthening skills in Math, Spanish, science and Social Studies, while fostering critical thinking and effective communication. I also emphasize on cultural awareness, helping students appreciate diverse perspectives and develop a global mindset. I am committed to collaborating with families to ensure success in both the academic journey and the social development of our students. Working together, we can create a supportive environment that fosters their growth and achievement.