Hello to all you who can make a difference - 
It has recently been made public that Mr. Horne has been told by Alpine School District that he has to move to another school within the district.  The other school is in need of a more experienced Special Ed teacher. Although we are sensitive to the other school’s needs, we feel compelled to let the Alpine School know of our need to keep Mr. Horne at Rocky Mountain.
Mr. Horne is a tremendous asset to our school. Rocky Mountain has experienced a significant amount of change and transition over recent years.  One of the main constants through all of this has been Mr. Horne.  We feel strongly that the continuity of our educators is imperative for the educational and emotional development of our Special Ed students.  It would severely damage the Special Ed Program he has so painstakingly created.
Mr. Horne has helped and influenced countless numbers of students school wide.  He has made changes in students’ lives that will last them a life time. Ask any one of his current or former students.  Of his own volition, Mr. Horne has spent endless hours with our traditional students who struggle, building skills and confidence. We believe that such a vested and impactful teacher should not be taken away from Rocky Mountain Elementary.  
Mr. Horne is an integral part of our school. We KNOW that our school’s learning environment will be negatively affected if he leaves Rocky Mountain.
Please sign your name to this petition - http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/save-mr-horne-petition - and help keep Mr. Horne at Rocky Mountain. 
Also, you can call (801) 610-8545, email at [email protected], or visit Alpine School District and let them (and Eric Woodhouse) know this is an unwanted and an unacceptable change. Even put this petition on your Facebook page and any other way to build a community of support! 

Again, here is the petition to sign: http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/save-mr-horne-petition

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