A Fresh Start at Horace Mann

Horace Mann Staff August 2018

Isn't the beginning of a new school year a wonderful thing?  Everyone is refreshed, renewed, and (honestly) ready to get back together again.  And aren't we fortunate to have this beautiful, roomy building to do this work together?  Gosh, so much to be grateful for!

We have what is sure to be a meaningful year ahead of us.  When Dr. Barnes (our new Superintendent) spoke to the whole district staff last week, he laid out 4 Guiding Principles:

1. Never forget why we do this...its for the KIDS
2. It is always about STUDENTS' THINKING and LEARNING
3. Be sure to TAKE CARE of one another
4. Have FUN!

As you can imagine, we were thrilled to hear these core values.  They match really well with our vision statement here at The Mann (The Horace Mann Community is an interconnected whole, rooted in respect, trust and opportunities for all)...and who wouldn't want their leader to say he wants work to be fun?!

Now that we've got all our kids in the door--returning students, new families and pre-K and kindergarteners--let's put our heads and hearts together and make this year the best ever :)