Betsy Simons

 

My name is Betsy Simons, and I have been teaching with Douglas County Schools since 2010. I have a BA in English and an MA in Education. I have been married since 2003 to my amazing husband, Jason. Our daughter Ella completed her IB Diploma at Douglas County High School in 2024 and is enjoying studying with the Engineering Honors Program at Colorado University. We have called Castle Rock our home for 25 years, and love being part of this amazing community. 

I am a first-generation college student and attribute my love for the classroom to all of the amazing teachers who nourished me. Starting in Elementary School, then moving on to Middle, I have worked with both IB and PBL platforms.  I love how students find themselves in learning systems that support growth through understanding. 
I am an adaptive educator and truly believe that a student needs to feel emotionally supported and secure in order to thrive. I work hard to make sure my classroom is calming, welcoming and the perfect place to take risks and work hard. 
I encourage families to reach out, and I look forward to continuing to build relationships with the students and their families at Mesa Middle School.

I can be reached at bksimons@dcsdk12.org