Hello Sage Elementary School Students. Parents and Guardians:

I am honored to be Sage Elementary School’s Principal for the 2023-24 school year. This is an exciting progression as I have held positions at Sage as a Special Education Teacher and Student Services Coordinator.  Prior to joining the Sage Team, I taught First Grade, Third Grade, Special Education and was a Learning Specialist for schools in Oregon and Washington State. I earned an undergraduate degree from Walla Walla College, master’s degrees in Curriculum & Instruction, initial Leadership from Eastern Washington University and Professional Leadership credentials from Lewis & Clark College.  The most influential program I completed was the National Board Certification for Teaching (NBCT). The NBCT was a great way to focus on the individual learning of every student. In my spare time I enjoy hiking, running, reading, winter sports and spending time with friends and family.

Sage Elementary School is a special place which embodies the school mission statement: Whatever it Takes for Every Child Everyday.  Our mission statement is apparent in our culture and can be felt as you walk down the halls of Sage Elementary School. Our mission is based on our core beliefs which we believe about every child:

• All children are unique
• All children are important
• All children deserve the opportunity to learn and grow
• All children can succeed in a diverse, safe and nurturing environment
• All children are inspired to be their best selves

As you visit Sage Elementary School, I hope you too see our Mission Statement in action through students running laps around the track during Run Walk Club, becoming authors and illustrators by creating their own books, bringing text to life by acting in plays, and young learners grinning ear to ear as they read new heart words. Through these successes, I hope you witness Whatever it Takes…as students are inspired to be their best selves.

As the days of summer march on, Sage Elementary School Staff and I will be in communication with you to continue to foster our Partnership in creating the best educational experience for our kids.

Sincerely,

Colleen Chamberlain