Welcome to Potterville Elementary

No school succeeds in isolation. I invite and encourage you to be part of this journey:

• Volunteer: Whether helping in a classroom, joining a committee, or supporting an event, your presence matters.
• Communicate: Reach out with ideas, concerns, or just to say hello. We’re better when we talk and listen to each other.
• Collaborate: We all want what’s best for students. Let’s bring our gifts together to make it happen.

We are not just a school—we are a community. And I am honored to serve as your principal.

Intentional Instruction

We identify and focus on “Intentional Learning Standards” to make learning meaningful and manageable for every student. Clear expectations and thoughtful customization ensure students grow both academically and emotionally.

Positive Relationships

We are a Showcase School for Capturing Kids’ Hearts for a reason: relationships come first. Whether it’s staff to student, family to teacher, or peer to peer, we believe trust and connection make learning possible.

Collective Leadership

You don’t need a title to lead. I believe in empowering everyone—teachers, paraprofessionals, parents, even our youngest students—to make a difference. We all bring unique talents and perspectives to this work.

Collaborative Growth

Growth is not punishment. It’s a gift. Whether through courageous conversations, reflection, or feedback loops, we support one another in learning and improving every day.

We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment where every child is known, supported, and challenged to grow. We nurture the unique talents of our students while honoring the professional expertise of our educators.

We are proud to be recognized within Eaton County for our inclusive and effective PBIS program—and we continue to set the standard for others to follow.

As a Capturing Kids’ Hearts Showcase School, we are committed to strengthening relationships and creating a culture of connection that draws families and educators from across Michigan.

We provide rich, diverse learning experiences that broaden student perspectives and support both academic success and social-emotional development—because we believe excellence is not a goal, but a practice.