George Southard Elementary School
Summer 2020
Dear George Southard Elementary Families:
It is with great pride and excitement that I write this letter of introduction to you as the newly appointed Principal of George Southard Elementary. I consider it a privilege and an honor to serve at a building that offers our children the foundational skills necessary to fulfill the Lockport mission of assuring “comprehensive learning for all so that each person will be a lifelong learner.”
This year is very exciting for me! It is the start of my 18th year in the field of education and my first year as Principal of George Southard Elementary. For nine years I served as an Elementary and English as a New Language (ENL) teacher in various schools, and I also served as an Assistant Principal for six years at the PK-8 grade level in Buffalo Public Schools and for two years right here at Lockport High School. I am elated to bring my skills as an educational leader to George Southard Elementary and to work with you as a partner in education.
I, myself, am a parent of three elementary aged children, so I know first-hand the importance of having a SAFE, positive, school culture, in which our children can learn and grow. Now more than ever, the health and safety of our staff and students is the top priority, and I promise to always put student safety and health first!
Along with the dedicated faculty and staff, I will work hard to continue the legacy of success established at George Southard Elementary by building strong relationships with families, students, staff, and community partners. Through collaboration, we will focus on consistent implementation of literacy, strong conceptual development and fluency in math, and providing exciting and challenging opportunities for all students. I anticipate the most successful year as my team and I support the academic, social, and emotional growth of our students and strive for academic excellence.
As Principal, my door is always open and I welcome your input. Please feel free to reach out to discuss any concerns, suggestions, or ideas to help make this the best school year yet!
Stay well,
Deanna M. Schmitt, Principal
George Southard Elementary School
Pride in our Past...Faith in our Future
Home of the Lions
Deanna Schmitt, Principal
Email: dschmitt@lockportschools.net
Website: https://www.lockportschools.org/gmses
Location: 6385 Locust Street Extension, Lockport, NY, USA
Phone: (716) 478-4770
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LockportCitySchoolDistrictK6
Twitter: @LockportK6