Northlake Elementary School Community,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is with mixed emotions that I share this message. After much reflection, I have decided to step down as principal of Northlake Elementary at the end of this school year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I came to Northlake twelve years ago as a new administrator and have learned so much along the way. I have learned about the rich sense of community in Lake Highlands and that relationships really are everything. I have recruited and hired some amazing teachers and have had the privilege to teach alongside them. We weathered a global pandemic and virtual teaching, have grown our PTA, participated in district and community events and added a school garden. I am so proud of all we have accomplished together! You all have been my family for over a decade and there aren\u2019t enough words to say how much I will miss all of you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As I look toward retirement in the not-so-distant future, I am ready to slow down a little bit. I am going to move back into a teaching role that will allow me to continue working with kids while having more time off in the summer and a little less responsibility. I\u2019m ready to spend more time with my family and friends and maybe travel a little bit. I hope it goes without saying that Northlake will always be in my heart and I\u2019m a better person because of all of you and my time here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
RISD will immediately begin the process of identifying the next principal for Northlake. The process will begin with the creation of a reflector committee of staff and parents to create a principal profile that will be used in the selection process. If you would like to serve on this committee, please reach out to Mrs. Bates at Jennie.Bates@risd.org by Friday, May 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Again, it has been my privilege to serve the Northlake community and you will always be in my heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sincerely,
Mary Kellagher
Principal
Northlake Elementary<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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