After my official first week as principal of Mayport Elementary School, I am extremely excited about the possibilities that lie ahead. I've met with approximately half of the faculty and staff, many members of the school community, business partners, custodians, district support staff, and of course the retiring principal, Dr. Nancy Bragan. Dr. Bragan has built a strong foundation and developed a learning community focused on student performance data and safety nets. She has developed the campus grounds and facilities to include a new playground, a baseball diamond, a golf putting green, a covered walkway for car riders, a wooden deck, picnic table area, and numerous other projects. Her legacy speaks for itself.
On July 8, Mayport Elementary was designated a Florida "A" school, meeting Adequate Yearly Progress targets for all subgroups for the second consecutive year. After such resounding student success the course for 2008-09 is crystal clear--continue to develop a 21st century school where every learner can experience the thrill of success!
I invite every Mayport Elementary stakeholder--teachers, paraprofessionals, office staff, parents, students, custodians, cafeteria staff, business partners, neighbors, and community members--to join me on this journey where the possibilities are as limitless as our imaginations!
Yvonne Ferguson, Principal
