At STEM School Highlands Ranch we put innovation at the center of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world.
Rhett Butler joined the STEM computer science faculty in August of 2022 as a Middle School computer science teacher. Before joining STEM, he was an industry professional for 5 years in the USDA as a computer programmer for the Rangeland Resources & Systems Research Unit (RRSRU).
He left to pursue his dream of teaching, believing that computer science is one of the most valuable disciplines a modern student can learn. He is excited to begin his new journey at STEM Highlands Ranch, focusing on instilling the problem-solving methods and logical, critical thinking that help students thrive in computer science and beyond.
He has a bachelor’s in Computer Science and Interdisciplinary Film Studies from Colorado State University and is pursuing his teaching licensure from CU Denver. He enjoys football, video games, Magic the Gathering, camping, ATVing, cult movies, and longboarding.
Favorite Starbucks Drink or Snack: Unsweetened black ice tea
Favorite Snacks: Takis, jerky
Favorite Places to Eat: Mexican food, Steakhouse, Sushi
Favorite Drinks: La Croix (esp. Beach Plum)
Favorite Place to Shop: Spencer’s
Hobbies: MTG, video games, football, camping
Favorite Colors: purple, orange, black