For 24 years, you have helped Clifford School grow
And you’ve touched more families than you’ll ever know.

You started your career teaching both 1st and 5th grade,
Where the foundation of learning you solidly laid.

As each school year passed, your experience grew,
And the new task of administration became the path for you.

As an administrator, you were key in Clifford becoming a K-8 School
And for that the middle schoolers think you are cool.

For the teachers and staff, you have been a steady leader who got the job done,
Utilizing your fairness and dry humor to bring out the best in everyone.

For us, The PTO, we appreciate your guidance and willingness to be a mentor,
And we can’t forget that everyone loved to see the thematic ties you wore!

We all understand that being a principal requires great might

Because who else in the world could:

Understand and support the teachers’ plight
Deal with children who will sometimes fight
Smile at parents who think they are right
Find and destroy microscopic insects that bite
Work all day and attend meetings at night
And do it all while the school’s money was tight.

We the families, teachers and students of Clifford School thank you for 24 years of dedication to our school and wish you the best in your new position with the district. They are lucky to have your experience and commitment. Congratulations.