Mears Families, Teachers, and Staff,
As I begin to transition into my new role in ASD, I want to thank you all for the opportunity to have served as your principal. I deeply appreciate the trust you have placed in me and for giving me the privilege to guide and support this school community for these last four years, 2019-2023.
I am thankful for the opportunity to have served alongside the incredible teachers and staff here at Mears, who are certainly the finest educators I have ever worked with. Mears teachers and staff are highly dedicated, professional, innovative, collaborative, and absolutely committed to providing the best education possible for all of Mears' wonderful students.
I also want to extend my appreciation to all the families, parents, and community members who have supported me and the school these last four years. The partnership between the school and its families is strong and is an essential part of what makes this community so special.
Of course, my deepest thanks goes out to all the students who are the true heart and soul of the Mears community. Thank you all for challenging yourselves to learn and grow, and to strive to be your very best selves. Thank you for your creativity and profound intelligence. I am especially appreciative to you all for your humor and laughter. Honestly, I have never laughed so much at school as I have these last four years. I also want to thank all of our students for your honesty and for allowing me and others to help support you through the challenging and difficult times. It has been an honor to have been part of each one of your educational journeys.
In closing, I want to thank Mears' new principal, Ms. Carla Marquand, for her leadership and for stepping into the principalship with strong commitment, valuable expertise, and genuine enthusiasm. I am quite confident that Ms. Marquand, alongside all the amazing teachers and staff at Mears, will continue our school's long tradition of providing all students with a truly outstanding education.
Go Panthers! --Eric
