Update to HES Administration
Dear Hosack Families,
On Monday, January 4th, the return to school in the new year also included the return of a familiar (or soon to become familiar) face. During my medical leave, Hosack Elementary had the pleasure of Mrs. Guess’s leadership, and I want to take a moment to express my appreciation for the many ways in which she supported students, staff and families while overseeing the operations of our school during a challenging time.
Mrs. Guess and I have had the opportunity to work together this week while I transitioned back to the role of building principal, and her hard work and care for our students has been evident. I am honored and excited to continue this hard work and look forward to an outstanding remainder of our school year. Mrs. Guess will continue to provide her excellent expertise and leadership in the role of a District Curriculum Coordinator with North Allegheny. Please feel free to send her your well-wishes at tguess@northallegheny.org .
I want to take this time to also recognize the critical role that you, as parents. have played in supporting your child(ren)’s educational experience during a turbulent time. I know it has not been easy and you have had to make difficult decisions throughout the instructional changes that have occurred with the response to Covid-19. I admire your perseverance and commend your patience in understanding that these decisions, while not in our control and certainly not our preference for our students/children, are sometimes necessary. We will continue to do the very best job we can with the directives we are given. Along the way, however, please continue to work with the teachers and school staff as you encounter any questions or concerns as we all share the common goal of supporting our students/children.
Finally, I want to wish you the very best in the new year and thank you for your important job of raising a wonderful group of children that Hosack Elementary has the great pleasure of educating!
Warm Wishes!
Dr. Amanda Mathieson
