Raymond Montoya recognized for expertise in educational administration



HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO, November 10, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Raymond Montoya has been recognized for his contributions to public education and a decade of service to Sheridan School District 2. From welcoming students aboard a school bus to leading districtwide operations, Mr. Montoya has focused on the everyday services that help students arrive safely and give teachers and staff the support they need.

Mr. Montoya has served as executive director of operations since 2025, overseeing transportation, grounds, information technology, fleet, maintenance, and safety and security. He reorganized the operations budget to make better use of taxpayer dollars and direct resources toward priorities that serve students and staff. He also led the implementation of a new and updated district wide security system and worked with the superintendent to secure approval from Xcel Energy for six electric school buses, advancing the district's efforts to modernize its aging fleet. He continues to work with district leadership to pursue grant funding and lay the groundwork for an updated facilities master plan to guide future investments.

From 2024 to 2025, Mr. Montoya served as both transportation and safety and security supervisor. In those roles, he strengthened district safety procedures and laid the groundwork for security improvements he later led as executive director. He first became transportation supervisor in 2023 after returning to full-time bus driving. His firsthand knowledge of daily routes and the needs of students, families, and drivers helped him improve the reliability of the district's transportation services.

In 2020, Mr. Montoya spent a year as an instructional support assistant in a third-grade classroom. Working alongside teachers and supporting students gave him a firsthand understanding of what it takes to keep a classroom running well. He brought that perspective to operations leadership, where decisions about transportation, technology, facilities, and safety shape the school day.

Mr. Montoya joined Sheridan School District 2 in 2016 as a school bus driver. Between routes, he worked as a paraprofessional supporting kindergarten classrooms. He also mentored students and built relationships with families across the district. Those early roles gave him a view of how families experience the district, from the morning bus ride to the classroom.

In November 2025, "School Transportation News" featured Mr. Montoya in its annual "Rising SuperStars in Student Transportation" issue, recognizing his contributions to student transportation.

Mr. Montoya earned a bachelor of science in Justice Studies from Grand Canyon University, graduating summa cum laude in 2020 while working for the district. During his time at the university, he was inducted into the National Honor Society in recognition of his academic achievement. He considers his induction one of his proudest accomplishments, reflecting the effort and discipline it took to excel in his studies while continuing to serve the district.

Mr. Montoya credits his education with sharpening the analytical and problem-solving skills he uses in district leadership. He also credits his partner of nearly 22 years with encouraging him as he explored different career paths and found his place in public education. He points to resilience and persistence as qualities that helped him work through setbacks and take on new responsibilities.

Born in Cheyenne, WY, Mr. Montoya enjoys traveling with his family, visiting Walt Disney World, exploring modern art museums, and taking weekend trips to presidential libraries. He also supports and takes part in charity boxing events organized by family members.

Looking ahead, Mr. Montoya is considering pursuing a Master of Business Administration to deepen his skills in budgeting, strategic planning, and organizational leadership and apply them to his work in public education.

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