Welcome to the start of an incredible school year at Bradford Elementary!
I am deeply excited and truly honored to step into the role of your principal. Becoming a part of this wonderful rural district is a privilege, and I cannot wait to partner with our families, staff, and community members to support our students. I am absolutely thrilled to be back in this area, drawing on my roots from previously teaching at Franklin Monroe and coaching at Versailles. The passion, work ethic, and dedication of the families in this community have always stood out to me, and it is great to be back among familiar faces while building new connections. My educational philosophy is anchored in two core pillars: building positive relationships and driving student achievement. I firmly believe that students thrive academically when they feel safe, valued, and connected to their school. To that end, we are committed to:
Providing a Quality Education: Continuing our tradition of academic excellence, ensuring every child has the tools, resources, and instruction they need to reach their full potential.
Cultivating a Positive School Culture: Actively utilizing Positive Behavior Intentions and Supports (PBIS). By focusing on teaching, model-ing, and reinforcing positive behaviors, we will create an encouraging environment where students love to learn and grow.
I look forward to meeting each of you and working together to make this year at Bradford Elementary our best one yet!
Go Railroaders!
Ryan Schlater
Principal
Bradford Elementary School