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Important Message from Ms. Chidester: 04/26/24

 

Dear Conn Magnet Elementary School Families,

 

I hope this letter finds you well. It is with mixed emotions that I write to inform you of a milestone in my life. After 12 years of service in Wake County, I have made the decision to resign from my role as the principal of Conn Magnet Elementary School effective June 14, 2024.

 

This decision has not been an easy one. However, I have decided to relocate back to Iowa to be closer to my family. Conn Magnet Elementary School has been my second home over the past 4 years. During this time, I have formed meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff. Each day has been a privilege, and I am immensely honored to have served as your principal.

 

I am deeply grateful to the staff at Conn Magnet Elementary School for their tireless commitment to our students' success. Their passion and drive to offer a high-quality magnet program to our students have been the driving force behind our school's success, awards, and accomplishments.

 

As I embark on this new chapter of my life, I carry with me fond memories of our time together and feel confident that Conn Magnet Elementary School will continue to thrive under new leadership.

 

Dr. Elena Ashburn, WCPSS Central Area Superintendent, will conduct in-person and virtual meeting with families and community members to collect input to support the process of finding the next principal. Click here to read more from Dr. Ashburn and about these input sessions.

 

It has been an honor and privilege to serve as your principal. I look forward to seeing the continued success and growth of our students and staff from afar.

    

Sincerely,   

   

Gabriel Chidester, Principal   

 

Important Dates to Remember       

  • Monday, April 29- No School/Teacher Workday 
  • Thursday, May 2- Dance Recital @ 5:30 p.m.   
  • Wednesday, May 8- National Walk, Bike, and Roll Day
  • Wednesday, May 8- New Principal In-Person Input Session @ 9:30 a.m. in the Media Center and/or Virtual Input Session at 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday, May 17- CONNival & Silent Auction/Raffle   
  • Wednesday, May 22- Campus Clean-up@ 4:00 p.m.   
  • Thursday, May 23- PTA General Meeting/Volunteer Appreciation Dinner from 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.    
  • Friday, May 31- Yearbook Distribution & Popsicles on the Playground/CONNival Rain Date   
  • Friday, June 7- Field Day  
  • Monday, June 10- Field Day Rain Date  
  • Tuesday, June 11- 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony @ 10:00 a.m.