About Our School
Welcome Message
Welcome to Aikin Elementary!
It is my honor to welcome you to Aikin Elementary, where our mission is clear: every student, every day. We are a proud, diverse community of learners, educators, and families united by a commitment to equity, excellence, and opportunity.
At Aikin, we believe that every child deserves access to high-quality instruction rooted in the AVID framework. We work daily to close opportunity gaps and empower all students to dream big and reach their fullest potential. Our dedicated staff invests in student success and teacher excellence through innovative teaching, collaborative learning, and a relentless focus on academic growth.
As a SOARING campus, we model and encourage the values of Scholarship, Ownership, Authenticity, Respect, Integrity, Endurance, and Generosity. These values guide everything we do—from how we treat one another to how we pursue achievement in the classroom and beyond.
Aligned with the Richardson ISD vision, we are more than just a school—we are a community committed to preparing students for a bright future.
Thank you for being a part of our Aikin family. We’re excited about all that we will accomplish together this year!
Warmly,
Allison Congdon
Principal, Aikin Elementary
Mission Statement
At Aikin Elementary, we are committed to closing opportunity gaps and empowering every student through high-quality, equitable instruction rooted in the AVID framework. We celebrate our diverse community and foster a culture of safety, respect, and responsibility. Guided by our SOARING values and aligned with Richardson ISD’s vision, we invest in both student success and teacher excellence—every student, every day.
Mascot and School Colors
Aikin Mascot: Eagle
Aikin Pledge
I honor Aikin Elementary,
