After 37 years with the Haxtun School District, Superintendent Darcy Garretson announced her retirement at a Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 19. Garretson began her career in Haxtun in 1984 as the High School English Teacher.

“… Fresh out of Colorado State University, I had no idea how my career would unfold or that it would last for this many years in Haxtun,” Garretson said in her retirement letter to board members. “Haxtun Schools, and the surrounding community has become my home, provided me with invaluable relationships and opportunities, and allowed me to pursue my passion fo...