Welcome to the 2011-2012 school year!  We have had a wonderful beginning.  As your principal, I am excited about the opportunity to work with you and your children.  I am committed to ensuring that we provide an environment where every child is expected, encouraged and enabled to succeed. 

While I will work hard to ensure that every child achieves his/her very best every day, I cannot do this alone. The education of all children is the collaborative responsibility of the child, the family, the school and the community.  I value our entire school family. Your knowledge, time and resources are invaluable contributions to the quality education your children deserve.  

Our children are wonderful!  Day after day, they work together, celebrating differences and striving to produce quality work.  I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your children's lives.

Anatole France once said, "Nine tenths of education is encouragement."  Join me in helping to create an environment in which your children feel encouraged to become the very best they can be! 

Again, welcome and I look forward to working with you. If you have any questions or comments I can be reached at
Joan.Cooke@Hardin.kyschools.us