Mr. Tim Wagner
Dear Pettigrew Elementary Families,
It is with great excitement and gratitude that I introduce myself as the new principal of Pettigrew Elementary! I will begin my principalship at the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year. My name is Tim Wagner, and I am honored to join this incredible school community. I come to Pettigrew from Terry Redlin Elementary, where I have been serving as assistant principal.
I’ve been in education for 22 years—10 of those as an elementary classroom teacher, and the last 12 as a school administrator, including roles as principal, assistant principal, and dean of students.
Throughout my career, my passion has always been helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a safe and supportive environment.
One area I’m especially passionate about is literacy. I firmly believe that reading is the foundation for all learning, and I am committed to working alongside our staff and families to ensure every student at Pettigrew becomes a confident, capable, and proficient reader. Helping children discover the joy and power of reading is one of the most rewarding parts of this work.
I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding leadership that Mr. D. has provided to Pettigrew over the years. His dedication and care have left a lasting impact on this school, and I am truly grateful for the foundation he has built. I am excited to carry that work forward and contribute to the continued success of this amazing school.
On a more personal note, my wife Rebecca and I are the proud parents of four wonderful children: Ben (9), Luke (7), Emily (5), and Lucy (almost 3). As a parent myself, I understand the trust you place in our school team every day—and I am committed to ensuring your children feel valued, inspired, and empowered to succeed.
As I begin this journey at Pettigrew, I would love to start getting to know our families. If you’re willing, please feel free to email me at timothy.wagner@k12.sd.us a photo of your family and a little bit about yourselves. I look forward to building strong connections with each of you and working together to make this a great year for our Panthers!
I am truly looking forward to joining the incredible Pettigrew school community—including our dedicated teachers, supportive staff, students, and families. Let’s make it the best year together! Have a great summer and I look forward to seeing you in the Fall!
Summer Enrichment Opportunities
Check out all of the summer enrichment opportunities through the Sioux Falls School District. Including sports, music, and other classes through Community Ed!
R.F. Pettigrew PTO
Email: rfp.president@yahoo.com
Location: 7900 West 53rd Street, Sioux Falls, SD, USA
Phone: 605-362-3560
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