Happy New Year! As we begin 2012 and the start of second semester, I would like to ask the entire Simonton Community to reflect on the school year thus far, and renew our efforts to ensure that every child is reaching their full potential. We all need to embrace our responsibility to ensure that all students at Simonton believe in themselves as readers, writers, mathematicians, and scientists.

Parents, I encourage you to continue your efforts to maximize your child’s learning potential by working with them at home and sharing time with them. Encourage your learners to make school a priority! It is often said that the world is run by those that simply show up; make sure your children attend school each and every day and arrive on time.

I would like to start a new staff recognition program for our community. At the bottom of the last page of this month’s newsletter you will find a Stallion Staff Acknowledgement Form. I encourage all parents to recognize the Simonton staff member who has made a difference for your child. This will be an ongoing program that everyone is encouraged to participate in.

Thank you for sending your children to Simonton! It is my honor to serve as your principal. You can always reach me by email or by phone, 480-987-5330.

Sincerely,