Principal's Message

On behalf of the entire Cedarwood staff, welcome to another exciting school year! As we begin our 31st year of excellence, we proudly celebrate the traditions and values that have made Cedarwood such a special place while looking forward to the opportunities ahead.

At Cedarwood, we believe every Hawk can achieve great things. We hold our students to high standards and are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment. Our goal extends beyond academic success; we strive to develop students of character who demonstrate respect, integrity, responsibility, resilience, and perseverance. Through meaningful learning experiences, students are encouraged to think critically, explore new ideas, embrace challenges, and develop the confidence and skills they need to succeed.

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. Their curiosity, creativity, kindness, and determination inspire us each day. We celebrate their individual talents and strengths while encouraging them to discover new interests, overcome challenges, and strive for personal excellence. We want every student to know that they are seen, valued, challenged, and supported throughout their educational journey.

Our dedicated teachers and staff create learning experiences that meet the diverse needs of our students. Through collaboration, innovation, and a strong focus on student growth, they provide rigorous, high-quality instruction that inspires curiosity and fosters a lifelong love of learning. In our classrooms, students are encouraged to take academic risks, persevere, collaborate, and celebrate their progress.

It is an honor and a privilege to be entrusted with your child’s education. We deeply value the confidence our families place in us and recognize that students are most successful when schools and families work together. Your input, encouragement, and involvement are invaluable, and we sincerely appreciate the many ways you support your child and the Cedarwood community.

The partnership between Cedarwood Elementary and our community has always been one of our greatest strengths. Together, through collaboration, commitment, and hard work, we will continue our tradition of excellence and empower every Hawk to soar confidently toward a bright and successful future.

Thank you for being an important part of the Cedarwood family. We look forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, achievement, and celebration!

Amanda Howes

Principal