Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,

On behalf of the Aberdeen School District Board of Trustees, I welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year! As we embark on another year of learning, growth, and achievement, I am excited and optimistic about the possibilities for our students, staff, and community.

Our mission in the Aberdeen School District is to provide a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning environment where every student can thrive. This year, we continue to focus on academic excellence, social-emotional development, and technology integration to prepare our students for the future.

The Student Handbook is a valuable resource designed to help you understand our policies, procedures, and expectations. Both students and parents must read through this handbook carefully. It contains essential information about attendance, dress code, academic standards, extracurricular activities, etc.

A strong partnership between home and school is crucial for student success. We value and encourage the active involvement of parents and guardians in their children's education. You play a significant role in your child's academic journey by maintaining open lines of communication with teachers and staff, attending school events, and participating in parent-teacher conferences.

Our dedicated team of educators, administrators, and support staff are unwavering in our commitment to providing the best possible education for our students. We are here to support each student in achieving their best and developing the skills they need to be responsible, respectful, and successful members of society.

As we navigate this school year together, foster a culture of respect, kindness, and perseverance. Working together will make this an outstanding year for all our students.

We sincerely appreciate your continued support and dedication to the Aberdeen School District. Your involvement, whether through volunteering, attending school events, or supporting your child's education, makes our school community strong. We are looking forward to a fantastic 2024-2025 school year!

Warm regards,

Andrea Pastchal-Smith, Ph.D.

Superintendent of Schools