"They prepared me" - Graduates appreciative of support, opportunities
It's no exaggeration when I say that my recent conversations with seniors are among the most profound in my nearly 25 years in public education. Listening to their stories and witnessing their introspection, I know that Poudre School District’s Class of 2023 has and will keep making our community better.
In two short weeks, graduates will accept their hard-earned diplomas in front of friends, family, classmates and school staff who have helped them along the way. Ahead of commencement, several students from each high school talked with me about their experiences in PSD. We laughed at silly memories, shed tears in honor of the resilience of the human spirit, and felt shared wonderment about the impact each young person hopes to make.
I won’t share everything from our conversations here because I’m saving much of that for my commencement speeches. There are a few things, however, that I’d like to tell you about our soon-to-be graduates. Read the entire message here >>
A message of gratitude
As your superintendent, I want to convey my gratitude and humility for the ability to partner with you.
My family and I are incredibly excited to be in Northern Colorado and a part of the PSD community. I look forward to listening, learning and leading with you. I can’t wait to meet you and hear your thoughts.
Poudre School District is strong – the product of your service, deep engagement and commitment to ensuring that we Educate... Every Child, Every Day. We have a significant responsibility to work as a team to ensure that our young people have the opportunities they deserve to grow into their best selves. Education is, after all, all about connections – those among students, teachers, staff, coaches, families and community members – that enrich and elevate the lives of others.
"Public education changed my life trajectory and filled me with hope, love, confidence and a sense of belonging. It was where my beliefs solidified regarding the role of education in people’s lives."
With our staff, I will promote collaboration and communication among all stakeholders in this community. We will strive to build and deliver exceptional educational experiences every day for all students.
With empathy and transparency, I will work with you, side by side, to make sure that our goals for students become a reality. This work will be rooted in three equity-centered commitments and core values: visionary district leadership, inclusive district culture and instructional excellence. Moving forward as a community, it will take all of us working in tandem to effectively allocate our time, people and resources in ways that align with the goal of achievement for all students.
I am excited to move forward together.
With appreciation,
Brian Kingsley
Superintendent
