Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Community,
Welcome back to a brand-new school year! I hope you all had a restful, rejuvenating summer and are returning with renewed energy and enthusiasm. It is with immense joy and excitement that I greet you as your Principal for the upcoming year. I am incredibly eager to meet each and every one of you and to begin our work together.
There is a palpable sense of energy that comes with the start of a new school year, and that excitement is amplified for me because of the incredible community we share. I am thrilled to be joining a school district that places such a profound and unwavering focus on high-quality instruction and providing robust, meaningful support for our teachers. I truly believe that when educators are supported, our students thrive, and I am fully committed to fostering an environment where you have the tools, resources, and encouragement you need to succeed.
As we embark on this journey together, I bring with me over 30 years of experience in the field of education. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of serving in many different capacities—including as a special education teacher, a school principal, a central office administrator, and an educational consultant. These diverse roles have given me a deep understanding of the unique joys and challenges at every level of education. I look forward to drawing upon this rich background to support our school community and to execute the duties of my position with care, insight, and dedication.
This year holds endless possibilities for growth, learning, and collaboration. Together, we will continue to build a positive, inclusive, and excellent learning environment for our students.
Thank you for your dedication, your passion, and the warm welcome I have already begun to receive. Let’s make this an incredible and memorable school year!
Yours in Education,
Darlene Ulibarri, Principal
Memorial Middle School