Letter from our Principal

Welcome to Loris Elementary School!

It is my privilege to welcome you to Loris Elementary School. I am honored to serve as your principal and excited about the opportunity to work alongside our students, families, staff, and community to make Loris Elementary a place where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.

At Loris Elementary, we believe that every student deserves an excellent education and the opportunity to reach their full potential. Our dedicated staff is committed to building strong relationships, providing high-quality instruction, and creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment for all students.

As we step forward together, our work will be centered around three key areas: Instruction, Innovation, and Impact.

Instruction — We will remain focused on providing high-quality, engaging, and rigorous instruction that meets the needs of every learner. We will use data, collaboration, and research-based practices to ensure that our students are making meaningful academic growth.

Innovation — We will embrace new ideas, creative approaches, and opportunities to improve the way we teach and support our students. We will encourage our staff and students to think creatively, take thoughtful risks, and continually seek better ways to learn and grow.

Impact — Ultimately, our work must make a difference. We will focus on the impact we have on student achievement, student confidence, relationships, and the overall experience of every child at Loris Elementary.

Our success will depend on the strength of our partnerships with families and our community. I encourage you to stay connected, communicate with us, celebrate your child's accomplishments, and partner with us when challenges arise. Together, we can create opportunities for every student to succeed.

I am excited about the year ahead and the possibilities before us. Through Instruction, Innovation, and Impact, we will continue stepping forward at Loris Elementary and ensure that every student has the opportunity to shine.

Thank you for your continued support of our school and our students.

Go Lions!

James Kratzer
Principal
Loris Elementary School