Alice Terry Elementary School Updated: June 4, 2025.

Diego Romero

Principal June 2018 - 2023

Mr. Romero was born and raised in Nayarit, Mexico until he was 10 years old. His whole family then moved to Holland, Michigan. In high school, he was an outstanding student that received a full scholarship to attend Hope College. Even though he had a scholarship, Diego still worked while he was in college as an Administrative Assistant/Security Officer. He also received training as a Personal Banker and was a Customer Service Representative for two years.

 

He received his Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Colorado at Denver. He continued his education at the University of Northern Colorado in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. He obtained his Principal licensure certificate from the University of Denver. Again, he continued working during his post graduate studies.

 

His educational experience started with teaching Spanish. Later he was a Student Advisor, Adminsitrative Assistant, English Language Acquisition (ELA) teacher & leader, and Assistant Principal all in Denver Public Schools. He most recently was an elementary school Principal in the Adams County School District 14 in Commerce City.

 

In his spare time, Mr. Romero enjoys playing tennis, running, spending time with his family and being outdoors. He is married and has a one-year-old.

 

Favorite Quote: “Tu eres el arquitecto de tu propio destino,” Unknown. “You are the architect of your own destiny,” Unknown.

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