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2026 Colorado Outstanding Assistant Principal, Renee Dahl
Monterey Elementary Assistant Principal Renee Dahl, recognized for demonstrating exceptional commitment to student success, instructional excellence, and school improvement.
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Monterey Elementary School
Announcements
Pancakes in the park
Monterey Park (next to building)
September 7th
7am-9am
Free Breakfast & Lunch for Students
All D2 students in our schools (except non-charter or online schools) eat breakfast and lunch FREE on school days!
2026-2027 Bus Registration
Please complete the form below to request transportation services for your student.
Look for an email invitation within 3–5 days to download the parent app and view your student's bus stop location and times.
News & Events
Single Featured Item
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At Monterey Elementary, our littlest Mustangs begin each day feeling welcomed, known, and valued. As our kindergarteners enter the building, they are greeted by name by caring adults—including Principal Tunson—who offer high-fives, warm smiles, and a positive start to the day.
Post List
![image of D2 Insider Logo with August 2026 Edition Headline]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787844536/hsd2org/a0yd3gczauxsfv2zjc0t/D2-News-D2InsiderAug26Web.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787844536/hsd2org/a0yd3gczauxsfv2zjc0t/D2-News-D2InsiderAug26Web.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787844536/hsd2org/a0yd3gczauxsfv2zjc0t/D2-News-D2InsiderAug26Web.jpg","width":800}])
![Superintendent Dr. Wendy Birhanzel holding the Mayor's Spirit of Colorado Springs Award next to Mayor Yemi]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787276010/hsd2org/crtusrbrxwabxhb7gwfd/D2-FeaturedNews-WendyYemiAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787276010/hsd2org/crtusrbrxwabxhb7gwfd/D2-FeaturedNews-WendyYemiAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787276010/hsd2org/crtusrbrxwabxhb7gwfd/D2-FeaturedNews-WendyYemiAward.jpg","width":800}])
all day
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Monterey Park (next to Monterey)
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D2 Admin Building, 1060 Harrison Rd
Our District 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.