Principal

Dear Lander Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year at Lander Elementary! It is an honor to serve as principal and to work alongside such a talented and dedicated team of educators. I am grateful for the opportunity to partner with our students, families, staff, and community as we begin another exciting year together.

At Lander, our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued, challenged, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. We recognize that every child brings unique strengths, interests, and needs to our school, and we are committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that help each student grow and thrive.

Throughout the year, our educators will continue to foster curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking. We will also integrate the competencies of the Portrait of a Mayfield Wildcat into our students’ daily learning, interactions, and experiences. Our goal is to develop confident, resilient learners who are prepared to embrace new challenges, contribute to their communities, and succeed in an ever-changing world.

Strong partnerships with families are an important part of our students’ success, and we encourage you to stay connected and involved throughout the school year. Our weekly Friday Newsletter will provide important updates, dates, reminders, and a look at the many learning opportunities and special experiences happening at Lander. Families can access the newsletter and other important school information through ParentSquare. We also share updates and celebrations on our school Facebook page and website.

Communication is a two-way partnership, and we want you to know that we are here to support you. Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher, school counselor, school psychologist, a staff member, our assistant principal, or me with questions, concerns, or ideas. By working together, we can ensure that every student has a positive, engaging, and successful educational experience.

Thank you for being an important part of the Lander Elementary community. I look forward to a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, connection, and plenty of reasons to celebrate our students.

Here’s to a great school year!

Shawn Cramer
Principal, Lander Elementary School