Dear Abbey Lane Families,

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! It is with great excitement and gratitude that I introduce myself as the new Principal of Abbey Lane Elementary School. Having served our community as Assistant Principal, I am deeply honored to step into this role. From the moment you walk through our doors, you can feel the pride, dedication, and strong sense of belonging that make Abbey Lane such a special place.

I am also thrilled to introduce our new Assistant Principal, Mrs Sacco, who joins the Abbey Lane family this year. Mrs. Sacco brings a passion for supporting students, partnering with families, and fostering a positive school culture. I know you will join me in giving her a warm Abbey Gator welcome as she becomes an important part of our school community.

I hope your family had a wonderful summer filled with making memories! From vacations and camp trips to quiet afternoons with a book and simple days at home, I hope this season brought you all time to recharge. As the first day of school approaches, I know students often feel both excited and a little nervous-which is completely normal when starting a new chapter. Rest assured, our staff is eager to welcome every student back into a safe, supportive school family where they can thrive as readers, problem-solvers, and thinkers.

At Abbey Lane, we believe every child deserves to feel known, valued, and challenged. Together, we remain committed to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our dedicated teachers and staff have been working hard throughout the summer preparing classrooms, planning engaging learning experiences, and ensuring an incredible start to the year.

As partners in your child's education, open communication is essential. Before the first day, please take a moment to review the information sent in our summer mailing packet. We also ask that you check ParentSquare regularly for upcoming updates, events, and announcements, and access the PowerSchool Parent Portal to view your child's classroom placement, attendance, and progress throughout the year. If you need assistance with either platform, our main office team is always happy to help.

One of my top priorities as Principal is to maintain and build strong relationships with our families and create opportunities for meaningful collaboration. I truly believe that when schools and families work together, our students thrive. I encourage you to stay involved, attend school events whenever possible, and never hesitate to reach out with questions, ideas, or concerns. My door is always open.

Whether your child is joining us for the very first time or returning for another exciting year, I know this school year will be filled with learning, growth, new friendships, and wonderful memories. I cannot wait to see our hallways filled with smiling faces. You will quickly see why every day is "A Great Day to Be an Abbey Gator!" Together, we will make the 2026-2027 school year an outstanding one. Enjoy these remaining days of summer!

Sincerely,
Andrea Ferrari
Principal
Abbey Lane Elementary School