Niwot Elementary School Staff

Becky Gaccetta

Title
Special Education Teacher
Phone
303-652-2828 ext23443
Email
gaccetta_becky@svvsd.org
Department
Special Education
Education
Highly qualified in elementary education, Teacher certification from UNC BS – Psychology  with a Minor in Education Masters in Special Education
Bio
I have worked in the special education field for 25 years, and have been teaching for 22. Prior to St. Vrain, I worked at a residential facility for children as a para and then as a teacher. My first job in St. Vrain was at Mountain View Elementary, and I taught there for 12 years. This is my 9th year at Niwot Elementary. I have a BS degree in Psychology with a minor in Education from Regis University. I went on to obtain my Master’s in Special Education and am highly qualified in Elementary Education. I live in Longmont with my husband (who is also a teacher!), my twin 21-year old daughters, and 17-year old son. We are very active in the sports world and can often be found at the ballfield. Niwot is such a great place to work, and I am lucky to be part of such a great community.

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Apr 2, 2026

Niwot Elementary Welcomes Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate for Author Visit

During a special visit from author Katherine Applegate, students at Niwot Elementary had the opportunity to go behind the scenes of the writing process and learn how stories can evolve across formats and audiences. Applegate offered insight into how her ideas develop into published books, including collaboration with illustrators who help bring her characters to...<br><a title="Niwot Elementary Welcomes Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate for Author Visit" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/04/02/niwot-elementary-welcomes-newbery-medalist-katherine-applegate-for-author-visit/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">Niwot Elementary Welcomes Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate for Author Visit </span>Read More</a>

Mar 25, 2026

ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the new school year. We’re excited...<br><a title="ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/11/parentsquare-our-new-district-communication-tool/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool </span>Read More</a>

Apr 2, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival

Over two thousand community members came together on Saturday, March 7, for St. Vrain Valley Schools’ first-ever Future Ready Festival at Silver Creek High School. Families and community members filled the campus throughout the afternoon, engaging with educators, asking questions, and exploring innovative programs and opportunities available across the district. The festival featured Advantage Zones...<br><a title="St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival" href="https://www.svvsd.org/2026/03/08/st-vrain-valley-celebrates-first-ever-future-ready-festival/" class="button read-more-link"><span class="sr-only">St. Vrain Valley Celebrates First-ever Future Ready Festival </span>Read More</a>

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