A Letter from our Principal

Dear Parents,

How proud I am to be the principal at Fort Riley Elementary. The small school environment (300 Students) affords me the opportunity to get to know each student.

What a special feeling I have when I see students entering the building because I know each on them will bring something special to our school. When you leave your children with us, the students will be safe, loved, cared for and offered a fun-filled experience in learning.

Walking down the halls and visiting the classrooms are rewarding experiences. To see children working in small groups and sharing new-found knowledge with each other is what learning is about. It is exciting to watch our elementary students grow in self confidence as they learn how to transfer knowledge from familiar to new situations. Children are beginning to learn how their experiences in class apply to their world outside.

As their principal, I am thrilled when students want to share their successes with me. For example, it is quite common to be walking down the hallway and for students to stop me and tell me how close they are to making their reading level goal: Often times I get the opportunity to listen to children read and I am asked to read stories, letters, and book reports written by our students. They are growing in ability and self-assurance each day and are eager to share their achievements and talents with us.

I enjoy watching the classroom teacher perform their magic each year. Teachers seem to know when to push and when to pull when working with the students. Watching them motivate students through praise and active learning makes me aware of how important they are to our Fort riley Elementary family.

There is a strong sense of community and pride at our school. Our parents volunteer to assist all staff members. For example, some parents listen to students read, assist in the Accelerated Reader lab, shelf books in the library, assist teachers and students with class projects, and any other way one may need assistance. Being a part of the family, is priceless, hope you and your family will join us!

Sincerely,
Becky Lay
Principal - Fort Riley Elementary
beckylay@usd475.org

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