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We have a new Principal at our school. This is her 15th year in education, even though she looks like a college student herself. She taught 3rd grade for 10 years, and then decided to make a difference on the administrative level. She has certainly made a difference here! She started out the first day of the school year with "Tea and Tissues" for parents, and she has been involved in every aspect of the school ever since.

On a typical day, she can be found visiting with students on the blacktop before school, decorating the hallways with examples of student work, or meeting with teachers to support their use of educational programs in all content areas. She is always available to meet with parents as well. She creatively encourages students' writing efforts through her Author of the Month initiative. Students whose work is chosen to represent the Authors of the Month are celebrated by having their work displayed in golden frames hanging in the front hall of our building. Students are also encouraged to write for fun every day using chalk on the blacktop. Our Principal is an avid reader and has brought her love of books to the building. There are baskets of books for any who are waiting near the office to enjoy. The walls are covered with poetry, book recommendations, and opportunities for students to stop and read just about everywhere.

Bullies are not welcome in her school, but there are no rules against chocolate. Or coffee. She is a capable multi-tasker and combines tasks whenever possible. She was recently spotted scooping ice cream for students at a nearby dessert shop, which doubled as her upper body work-out for the week. She has been seen wearing silly socks and sporting a black cape with flowers attached. Her fashion sense aside, she is a great addition to our school community.

Her door is always open and she reminds her students and staff to begin their day by making a choice: "Make it a great day, or not!  The choice is yours." We are glad she made the choice to come to our school.