Chinook Trail Elementary School

Chinook Trail Community,

Please join me in welcoming Robin Birringer as the new Assistant Principal of Chinook Trail Elementary!

Mrs. Birringer brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership, having served as an assistant principal for the past four years. Most recently, she supported students, staff, and families at Meridian Ranch Elementary in District 49 and previously at Swigert Middle School in District 11. Her educational career also includes serving as a Dean of Students and Library Technology Educator at Swigert, as well as classroom teaching positions at Trailblazer Elementary and Ivywild Elementary in District 11.

Robin earned her Masters of Education from Grand Canyon University and her Bachelors of Arts in Education from Regis University. She and her husband, Joe, are proud parents of one son and three daughters, all of whom are now adults and living their best lives. Their family also includes a lively collection of pets and hobbies, including dogs, cats, chickens, and even bees!

Throughout the interview process, Mrs. Birringer impressed our teams with her unwavering commitment to building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations for all students, fostering collaborative partnerships with staff and families, and creating a positive, student-centered school culture. Her enthusiasm, warmth, and genuine excitement about joining the Chinook Trail community were evident in every conversation.

I was particularly impressed by her collaborative leadership style and her passion for supporting both student achievement and staff success. She brings positive energy, a growth mindset, and a dedication to continuous improvement that will make her an asset to our school and a great addition to our leadership team.

When asked what she is most looking forward to, Mrs. Birringer shared:

“I am excited to join the Chinook Trail Elementary community because of its strong commitment to students, families, and staff. From the moment I learned more about the school, I was drawn to the culture of belonging, collaboration, and high expectations for all students.”

Please join me in giving Mrs. Birringer a warm Tiger welcome. We are excited about the impact she will have on our students, staff, and families, and we look forward to the many ways she will help our school community continue to thrive.

Welcome to the Tiger family, Mrs. Birringer!

Teacher Treats were a hit at CTES! Mrs. Craddock created fun reactions, Mrs. Cleveland delivered doughnuts, and Mrs. Belzer and Mrs. Schaller had students experimenting with Orbeez, paper rockets, and elephant toothpaste. Lots of smiles and great memories with our Tiger staff!

Our 5th grade students truly shined during the Living History Museum at Chinook Trail Elementary! Through research, creativity, and confidence, students brought history to life while showcasing their final presentations with pride. We are so proud of their hard work and growth this year!

Our 4th graders are becoming the leaders they want to be! Through research, presentations, and meaningful conversations, students shared powerful ways influential people have shaped both past and recent history. Way to level up, 4th grade — your voices, ideas, and leadership are shining bright!

Field Day at CTES was a blast!

Thank you to Coach Harris for all the hard work and planning that made the day so fun for our students. We are also so grateful for our PTA and student volunteers for helping make the day such a success. What a great day to be a Tiger!

Teacher Treats are rolling in, and students are cashing them in for fun and memorable experiences with their favorite Tiger staff members! These special moments are bringing lots of smiles, laughter, and connection across CTES

On Friday, Chinook Trail Middle and Chinook Trail Elementary came together for a truly special Unified Soccer game. Students were paired with peer partners for an afternoon filled with teamwork, encouragement, laughter, compassion, and joy.

The connections built on the field were a beautiful reminder that inclusion creates stronger communities and that every student belongs, shines, and matters.

This week at CTES, we celebrated the incredible staff members who lead with heart, make a difference every day, and continually go above and beyond for our students and community.

A special thank you to our amazing PTA and to Ms. Sasportas for making every detail feel so thoughtful and special. We are grateful for a community that shows such meaningful support and appreciation for our staff.

Our 4th graders had a wildly fun day at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo this past Tuesday! Despite the cold and rainy weather, students had an amazing time exploring, learning, and connecting with the animals. A huge thank you to the incredible docents, volunteers, and 4th grade team for helping make the trip a roaring success!

Our 5th grade students, under the direction of Mrs. Livingston and Mrs. Heiner, put on a wonderful production of Summer Camp! We are so proud of the hard work, creativity, and confidence our students showed on stage. What a fun and memorable experience for our 5th grade class!