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Welcome from the Superintendent

To: Parents and Guardians

From: Mark McQueen, Superintendent

Date: October 10, 2025

October is National Principals Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible leaders who make our schools such special places to learn and grow.

Our principals are the heartbeat of Bay District Schools. Every day, they lead with energy, compassion, and a deep commitment to helping every student succeed. They set the tone for their campuses, fostering safe, supportive, and welcoming environments where students and staff can thrive.

Being a principal today is no small task. They balance academics, safety, discipline, communication, and community engagement, all while serving as mentors and role models for both students and staff. They’re instructional leaders one minute, counselors the next, and cheerleaders by the end of the day. Their calendars are packed, but their dedication never wavers.

Our principals show up early and stay late, greeting students at car lines, cheering on school teams, and attending after-school concerts and events. Behind the scenes, they’re analyzing data, leading professional development, and making sure every classroom has the tools and support needed to help students succeed. Their leadership keeps our schools focused, forward-thinking, and full of pride.

One of the most important parts of their work is ensuring that our schools remain safe and welcoming places for learning. From securing campuses to supporting students who may be struggling, our principals are deeply committed to protecting and uplifting every child in their care.

So this month, let’s take a moment to celebrate them. Send a note, share a kind word, or post a message of appreciation for your school’s principal. Those small gestures mean the world to the people who carry so much responsibility with such grace and heart.

To our incredible Bay District principals…thank you for leading with passion, resilience, and positivity. You truly put the “A” back in Bay, and we are so proud of the work you do every single day for our students, staff, and community.

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