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2025 D2 Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to the 2025 D2 Teacher of the Year Fox Meadow Middle School’s Kayla Ruptak-Loose! Kayla has dedicated the past nine years to District 2 serving as a special education and affective needs teacher.
2025 D2 ESP of the Year
Congratulations to Mountain Vista Community School’s Lorena Vedoy for being named the 2025 D2 ESP Of The Year! For the past seven years, Lorena has been an irreplaceable part of her school and currently serves as the health technician.
Congratulations Class of 2025
Meet the top of the 2025 graduating class at D2 (Left to Right): Aspire Online Academy Valedictorian Jordyn Christensen, Harrison HS Salutatorian Carlos Rodriguez Estrada, Harrison HS Valedictorian Tadex Walker, Sierra HS Valedictorian Megan Jiricka, Sierra HS Salutatorian Kage Brunson, Career Readiness Academy Valedictorian Aidan Langley. Congratulations!
Award Winning D2 Superintendent
Harrison School District 2 Superintendent Dr. Wendy Birhanzel was recently recognized with the 2025 Women in School Leadership Award from the American School Superintendents
STEM Education and Competition
There are so many great opportunities in our D2 schools to learn about why science, technology, engineering, and math careers are awesome! Recently, students from across our D2 had an opportunity to put their skills to the test during this fun challenge day.
STEM Career Professionals
D2 works closely with community partners and industry professionals to offer a top-tier STEM experience for all of our students.
D2 Recognized as Top Workplace
Debit Cards Support Schools
Pick up an Ent Debit Card for Sierra or Harrison and help send back a percentage of your purchases to support the students in those schools.
D2 Athletics: Girls Soccer
Soaring Eagles Community School Students
Turman Elementary Technology Class
D2 Athletics: Boys Basketball
Sierra High School Choir On Pikes Peak
Otero Elementary Celebrates Veterans
Wildflower Elementary School Art Class
Announcements
Mayor Mobolade Community Event
The 2025 Report Out Community Tour with Mayor Yemi Mobolade and City Councilmembers stops at Sierra HS on Monday, June 2, 6 - 8 pm. This is an opportunity for residents to engage with local elected officials and share input. For more information and to register, visit ColoradoSprings.gov/ReportOut.
Get your D2 Logowear!
The D2 Logowear Store is now open with apparel for men, women, and kids, as well as accessories. Shop by your favorite brand and by price. The store can be found under 'Our District' or shop at the D2 store now.
News & Events
Single Featured Item
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Harrison School District 2 Superintendent Wendy Birhanzel was recently recognized with the 2025 Women in School Leadership Award from the American School Superintendents Association.
Post List
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Our Philosophy
With our focus on classroom, culture, and community we will ensure all students graduate with choices and opportunities.
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We are committed to meeting the academic & social-emotional needs of all students while providing equitable opportunities.
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We are committed to a collaborative environment of trust, integrity, and transparency.
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We are committed to developing and sustaining a community.
From Our Community
![Adrianna Jaramillo, First Grade Teacher @ Soaring Eagles Community School & D2 Alum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1697477064/hsd2org/cke0fowjxu6criq5skqb/D2-Testimonial-AdriannaJaramillo-SECS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1697477064/hsd2org/cke0fowjxu6criq5skqb/D2-Testimonial-AdriannaJaramillo-SECS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1697477064/hsd2org/cke0fowjxu6criq5skqb/D2-Testimonial-AdriannaJaramillo-SECS.jpg","width":800}])
“District 2 is a student-focused educational family. Students are empowered to thrive as people and learners, teachers are cultivated, and community is our heart.”
![Audriana Alvarado, Interventionist @ Harrison HS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1697476897/hsd2org/zhix5jumixkob62wifcf/D2-Testimonial-AudrianaAlvarado-HHS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1697476897/hsd2org/zhix5jumixkob62wifcf/D2-Testimonial-AudrianaAlvarado-HHS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1697476897/hsd2org/zhix5jumixkob62wifcf/D2-Testimonial-AudrianaAlvarado-HHS.jpg","width":800}])
"I am proud of my roots as a D2 graduate, and now as an educator at Harrison High School. I am proud to work in the community that raised me. The knowledge, love, and power that lives in our community continue to inspire me every day. I am here to honor the support from my former teachers, classmates, and family. Thank you for welcoming me home."