Elizabeth Harrison                                                                                            Nathaniel Hoffa
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Letter from Mrs. Harrison:

 Dear Wildcat Families,

 I am truly honored to be serving as your Assistant Principal! I look forward to connecting with our families as we collaborate to support student success. This will be my third year as the Assistant Principal at Buckland Mills Elementary and my 18th year in education.

 I previously taught for nine years in Maryland, teaching both 1st and 4th grades. After moving to Virginia, I taught 4th grade for six years in PWCS. My background in education is in both elementary and special education. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education from Towson University. In addition, I have a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Administration and Supervision from McDaniel College.

 I am eager to work and collaborate with our school staff to ensure that our Buckland Mills mission of “every minute counts, every child matters, everyone succeeds” is carried out. Each day, we will continue to work together to provide a World-Class Education to every student that walks through our doors. During the school year, I am excited to visit classrooms to see the amazing teaching and learning that is taking place. I look forward to partnering with our families and the community to support our students this year.

 Yours in education,

 Mrs. Elizabeth Harrison

Letter from Mr. Hoffa:

Howdy BMES Families,

 I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new Assistant Principal at Buckland Mills ES. It is an honor to join such a vibrant and dedicated community, and I am eager to work alongside each of you to support our students’ growth and success.

With several years of experience in education, I have had the privilege of working with diverse groups of students, teachers, and families. My journey in education began in PWCS as a classroom teacher at Occoquan Elementary where I discovered my passion for fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. Over the years, I have held various roles as an administrator at Glenkirk ES, Mary Williams ES, and Covington-Harper ES in PWCS.

My daily goal is to ensure that I am welcoming, honest, responsible, and supportive of all individuals who enter our school. I will work to provide a leadership that will continue to encourage a school atmosphere that stresses kindness, high levels of learning, and safety for all. It is our collective responsibility to provide the support and resources that our students need to thrive. Remember: "Every minute counts, every child matters, and everyone succeeds."

I encourage you to reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have. Together, we can create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

Thank you for welcoming me into the Wildcat family. I am excited to embark on this journey with you and look forward to a successful and rewarding school year.

Hoffa GREAT School Year,