Oak Ridge Elementary

Dear Oak Ridge Families,

It is with great excitement that I welcome you to the 2025-2026 school year! As the new Principal of Oak Ridge Elementary, I am honored to join this incredible community.

Over the past 25+ years I have had the privilege to work with K-8 students as an Elementary teacher for 17 years, Education Specialist, and Assistant Principal. Most recently I served as the assistant Principal at Townsend Jr. High. My family is my greatest joy! I have been married for 23 years and have 3 grown children. It feels like just yesterday I was taking my kids to school, and now I’m privileged to be in a role where I can help foster that same sense of growth and opportunity for your children.

I am thrilled to be a part of the Oak Ridge family and work alongside amazing educators and staff who are committed to positively impacting the lives of the students. I am passionate about supporting the development of young learners and my sincere hope, along with the admin team and staff, is that our students THRIVE while at Oak Ridge Elementary. Our plan for this year is to provide an atmosphere of inclusion, empathy, fairness, and most of all inspiration to succeed. Our focus remains student centered, prioritizing high quality instruction and emotional wellness. Student safety is a top priority for me and I am committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment where students can learn and families feel involved.

As we navigate this year with a spirit of collaboration and cooperation, I am confident that our students will accomplish great things and move closer to achieving their goals! Please know that my door is always open, and I am here to support you in any way I can. I look forward to meeting each of you and partnering to make this year an exceptional one. Thank you for your support and trust!

Sincerely,
Katie Jeanal
Principal