New School Year

Greetings!
Two weeks ago, if you had told me that I would spend the past weekend worrying about whether we would have school or not, I would have told you that was crazy! Irene, however, had a better idea! What a way to begin the year!!! I want to recognize the DOE for the way that they provided updates for us on the hurricane. Friday through Sunday they held 10:00AM conferences call with folks from Homeland Security and the power commission providing updates and answering questions. Additionally, the Fremont Police and Fire departments and the road agent did a great job getting things taken care of so we could have school today. Communication between the town officials and me was excellent.

School started this morning without major incident. Buses were a bit behind schedule because of the newness of the routes and one bus was stuck behind an accident. Mr. Safina met with many of the grade levels as they arrived at school. All in all, it was a very positive environment at the Ellis School this morning.

In the upcoming months, I will be looking for feedback on what the community of Fremont would like our children to know and/or be able to do when they leave the Ellis School. Additionally, I am seeking ways to improve communication between the school and the community. If you have ideas and would like to meet with me and others to discuss these matters, please contact me.

There is a great positive energy at the school! The super enthusisam throughout the teaching ranks indicates that it will be a most positive year!

I look forward to hearing from you in the future.

Yours,
Bill Lander