Greetings, Ritchen Families!

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at Emilie Ritchen Elementary! Our first day of school is Wednesday, August 19th, and we are excited to welcome our Golden Eagles back for another incredible year of learning, growth, and success.

We begin this school year with great excitement as we continue building on the momentum of last year. Our campus improvements have transformed our learning environment, providing students with beautiful new classrooms and innovative learning spaces, including our new Wellness Center. These enhancements reflect our commitment to providing every child with engaging, future-focused learning experiences.

Last year was another year of academic growth for our students. Through high-quality instruction, targeted interventions, and a strong partnership between our dedicated staff and supportive families, our students continued to make meaningful gains in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. We remain committed to ensuring every student is challenged, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential.

At Emilie Ritchen Elementary, we believe that every child can succeed when they are known, valued, and encouraged. Our dedicated teachers and staff are passionate about creating classrooms where students feel safe, connected, and excited to learn each day. Together, we will continue to foster curiosity, kindness, resilience, and a love of learning.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children each day. We value the partnership we share with our families and know that together we can accomplish amazing things. We encourage you to stay connected, become involved in our school community, and celebrate every success—big and small—throughout the year.

We can’t wait to welcome our Golden Eagles back on Wednesday, August 19th. Here’s to an outstanding 2026–2027 school year!

Respectfully,
Nauman Zaidi
Principal
Emilie Ritchen Elementary School