As we all hit the ground running with the hectic holiday season in our midst, I wanted to take a minute to reflect upon some of the many things that I am thankful for as your Principal at MWS.(1) Students - Perhaps this is not stressed enough - at least in my case - but the students of MWS are truly something to behold. Every minute that I work at this school I am consistently surprised by a warm greeting in the hallway, a witty remark in the lunchroom, or an occasional piece of artwork that lands across my desk from a student. The students at Marion W. Savage Elementary School are polite, hard-working, and creative, and I am continually catching myself smiling as I interact with them more and more.
(2) Staff - Yet another area that I could contend I do not stress enough. It is imperative that you know that the staff, and I mean every single one of them, is collectively a remarkably dedicated group. As I visit classrooms from time to time, I marvel at the innovative things that take place in each area of our building. You would be simply amazed at some of the many things your MWS staff do on a daily basis to keep this school running so successfully! This staff is a family, and I cannot think of a better group of people to entrust your students with.
(3) Community - One of the things that continue to be impressed with at MWS has been the support that the community has for this school. From early on in my tenure at MWS I heard a great deal about the high level of volunteering that takes place at MWS, but what impresses me the most is how dedicated the volunteers truly are. It is as if there is an unwavering sense of civic responsibility that many would liken to a "career" that they have. Furthermore, this sense of community is also evident in our numerous parent organizations and from our MWS families. The support and generosity that you provide to our learning community is invaluable.
I sincerely wish you all safe travels, a restful and relaxing Winter Break, and a holiday season filled with love and joy.
