Dear Pelican Family, 
 
  It is with great honor and excitement that I step into my role as your new Assistant Principal! I commit to our collective mission at PLE: to create a collaborative and critical-thinking environment driven by technology and communication in order to prepare our students for success in tomorrow’s world. 
 
  As we embark on this journey together, I want to emphasize the utmost importance of student needs, safety, security, and the development of meaningful relationships. I firmly believe that for a child to excel academically, they must first feel safe and confident both socially and emotionally. With this, I am confident academic success will follow. 
 
  I am passionate about ensuring that every student finds a supportive adult on campus with whom they can connect. By encouraging these connections, we can motivate each student to reach their maximum potential during their time at PLE and beyond. 
 
  I am humbled by the opportunity to join such an incredible team, and I am eager to serve our Pelican staff, stakeholders, and community. Together, let us uphold the standard of excellence in teaching and learning that defines our school. 
 
  Please know that my door is always open, and I am here to assist you in any way that I can. I am looking forward to a fantastic 2024-2025 school year filled with growth, learning, and success. I cannot wait to meet each and every one of you soon! 
 
Warm regards, 
 
Kristine Knapp 

Assistant Principal