September 11, 2009
Under the leadership of new Supt. Raj Manhas , North Thurston Public Schools kicked off the school year with more than 13,000 students in its 21 schools - including the new Chambers Prairie Elementary and Aspire Middle School for the Performing Arts .During a tour of several schools on the first day, Mr. Manhas told students that "you can do anything you want to someday," and "we (himself, teachers and the principal) work for YOU -- to help you be successful and learn." In return, the students -- quite in awe of the tall, smiling stranger with an interesting accent -- excitedly shared their love of "math," "a percussion class," and "Disney princess lunchboxes."
Manhas also praised staff for their dedication to students in the classroom, P.E., the lunchroom and playground. "Together we are going to make this district one of the best in the state and the nation," he said, noting how even those schools with challenging demographics and high poverty have had great success in student achievement through collaboration, cooperation and a passion for the students. "As long as we keep students at the center of every decision, we can accomplish anything!"
From NTPS Success Weekly page
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