NAME:
Jerry R. Monks
SCHOOL:
Calhan High School
SCHOOL PHONE:
719-347-2766
OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday-Friday 7:45-4:15 or by appointment outside of these hours
Mr. Monks has been with Calhan RJ-1 since 2004 as a teacher, coach, and now
High School Principal. Mr. Monks grew up near Limon on his families farm and
ranch. Mr. Monks has four sisters, all living in the Limon area. Mr. Monks'
wife is a teacher and an avid entomolgist. Mr. Monks has one son who is
often seen tagging along with dad at Calhan games and events. Mr. Monks left
a career in law enforcement to become a teacher and has never looked back.
His hobbies include all types of outdoor activiites, painting on location,
and in his studio. Mr. Monks graduated from Limon High School, and received
his bachelors degree from the University of Northern Colorado. His Masters
degree is in School Administration from Adams State College.
The Mission of Calhan is to create, through a collaboraive effort, an
accepting, supportive, and safe learning environment that encouragesgrwoth in
each individual. Our purpose is to promote high standards of educational
acheivement and social responsibility adn to develop lifelong learners with
the skills, the knowledge, and the understanding that are necessary to
succeed in the twenty-first century.
This mission will be accomplished in part through the Board of Eduaction
priorities developed through a collaborative Strategic Planning Process.
1. To Maximize Student Learning
2. Effective Use of All Resources
3. Establishing and Maintaining Effective Relationships