The first day of school is always exciting for Littlebrook School students – and it will prove to be equally exciting for Lisa Caudill, who is beginning her first year as its principal.
Although the first day of school was scheduled for Aug. 31, Caudill has been on the job since July 1 when she took over as the principal of the pre-K to grade 5 school on Magnolia Lane.
“I am incredibly excited to (have joined) the Littlebrook community and begin building relationships with the students, staff and families that make the school such a special place,” Caudill wrote in her message to Littlebrook School families.
Caudill said she is looking forward to learning from the Littlebrook School community and celebrating the traditions that make the school unique. She pledged to work collaboratively to continue fostering a school environment where every child feels known, valued, supported and inspired to grow.
“I believe some of the strongest school communities are built through meaningful relationships, shared purpose and a commitment to help every child reach their fullest potential,” she said.
Caudill is the latest principal at the school. She replaced former Principal Luis Ramirez, who retired after nine years as its top administrator.
Caudill left her job as the assistant principal at the Orchard Hill Elementary School in the Montgomery Township Public Schools to become the Littlebrook School principal. She was chosen from among seven finalists, winnowed down from a list from 47 applicants.
The new Littlebrook School principal taught elementary school for many years in the Hillsborough Township Public Schools before moving on to become the assistant principal at the Montgomery Township elementary school.
The work of an educator is hard, but despite unforeseen challenges and an everchanging landscape of needs, educators show up each day for their students, Caudill said.
Educators work tirelessly to create learning environments where children feel seen, heard and valued. They balance the academic, social and emotional need of their students and pour themselves into their work, Caudill said.
Caudill is a firm believer in the power of education. She said she had experienced firsthand how schools can change the course of one’s life. Her teachers were instrumental in lifting her up and guiding her through some of the most difficult times in her life.
Caudill said she committed her life to education because she understands the importance of the work educators do and the profound difference it can make. She said it is an honor and a privilege to have become part of the Princeton team.
