Joe “JoRo” Rosales is a coach, security specialist, and mentor to the students of Cherry Creek High School. This spring, Rosales was honored as a Cherry Creek Schools Hero for his role in supporting a player on the baseball team.
Rosales coaches the Cherry Creek High School JV baseball team. Two years ago, one of his players lost his father and “Coach Joe” was there for the student in his time of need. While grieving the loss of his father, this player began to make out-of-character decisions, according to the student's mother who nominated Rosales for the CCSD Hero Award.
“Coach Joe took the time to meet with him,” the mother added. “This meant a lot to my son. More than you could imagine. It made him feel like his coach, someone he looked up to, cared about him. Joe makes him feel comfortable, safe and supported.”
Rosales has provided support and encouragement to several students on the team during difficult times.
“The support Joe Rosales has given these amazing boys during rough times has been pivotal on why they 
have been able to thrive and overcome a very hard time in their lives,” the Bruins mother said.
“We are so lucky to have Joe as a leader here at Creek,” said Principal Ryan Silva. “Just this year, Joe has been recognized as an All Star, a Cherry Creek Hero, and an Alumni in Action.”
Rosales was a student at Cherry Creek High School in the early 2000s and was a center fielder for the Bruins. He grew up playing baseball and considers baseball like a brotherhood, so it’s not surprising that he joined the baseball staff 14 years ago.
“Joe, you are a hero to our students,” said Superintendent Christopher Smith. “The support you provide for our students is invaluable. Thank you so much for all that you do.”
