Dear Southmoor Community,
I am honored to have the opportunity to lead and serve as the principal of Southmoor Elementary School with such persevering students, a dedicated staff, and a supportive school community. For more than two years of being a part of Southmoor, I have witnessed how each member of our community has come together to show genuine care and support to one another especially during the times of the pandemic. Truly, Southmoor is a special place I call home.
I come to you with 25 years of experience in which I have served in the role of a teacher, a teacher leader, a district instructional partner, a school director, and a school leader in various types of schools in elementary and secondary schools from the Philippines, to the Native American reservation in Whiteriver, Arizona to Denver, Colorado. I also had an opportunity to establish a school in the Philippines to provide high-quality programs in Early Childhood Education and Development. These experiences solidified my value of community and the importance of culture, excellence, and equity in my leadership. I have continued to advocate for all children to have access to high-quality education and opportunities to pursue their passions.
I believe that our collective mission in education is to promote the success of each and every student. As we come together, we will continue to build a strong partnership by learning and growing with one another, engaging to unite our efforts, and most importantly, making student-centered decisions where every student achieves their full potential. Through our hard work in fostering an equity-centered school culture, employing high levels of care and support, and providing meaningful learning experiences for our students, we will be able to obtain our school vision.
As the principal, I want every student to have a chance to fulfill their full potential because I have seen and personally experienced systems where some students have succeeded but not all. Together, we will:
- support the staff’s desire to nurture a culture that is infused with joy and rigor.
- build on the school’s successes through high-quality instruction and positive student culture, and
- lead and collaborate in making the school’s mission and vision come to full fruition
I believe that the power of the relationships between families and the school is vital to the success of our students. I encourage you to become involved in every way possible. I look forward to connecting with you.
In service of the most important person in the world – YOUR CHILD,
Jonell Pineda
Principal
Southmoor celebrates our equitable, diverse, and inclusive community by supporting and developing the full potential of the whole child.
We prioritize our students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical needs as we engage in meaningful learning opportunities for ALL!
