As most of you know, Namita our fantastic principal Namita, is leaving our school. A memory I have with Namita is when Sueyoung our piano player for chorus died and Namita helped comfort us. Namita is really kind and helps comfort us a lot. Not many people show that they appreciate it and I think that if you’re reading this stop and go write a small, simple letter. Even if it is the smallest card it could turn her whole day around, she is there for us the whole day, and I am just asking for one minute. Now I am going to ask some kids about their special memory with Namita.

Maeve: Estelle what is your special memory with Namita?

Estelle: It wasn’t really a special memory with her, but I really like how she is always a leader at assemblies, and how she can prepare and make a really good speech and always be there for everyone. And how she likes to help people even when she doesn’t need to.
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Maeve: Tess, why do you enjoy being right near Namita’s office?

Tess: So that if something isn’t going right we know we can go to someone.

Maeve: Anything else?

Tess: I am really sad she is leaving and I hope she visits a lot.
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Maeve: Julia, why will you miss Namita?

Julia: She was always really nice to me and I really loved writing the family assemblies script with her and she never judged me, well she never judged anyone. She was always really nice and warm. And she isn’t like one of those scary principals in books where they are always mean – because Namita is the best principal ever.
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Maeve: Deborah what do you enjoy about spending time with Namita?

Deborah: I most appreciate her sense of humor. Namita has a really great laugh. If there is ever a problem, Namita can help solve it – and she does so with an upbeat attitude.

Maeve: Thank you Estelle, Tess, Julia, and Deborah!

Namita is Leaving by Ava and Julia

As many people heard, Namita is leaving. Ava and Julia interviewed people on how they feel about Namita leaving and how they think Chap will be as the principal.

Eve- I’m so sad but I think Chap will be a really good principal.

Ava- I am soooo sad that Namita is leaving and I think Chap will be a great principal.

Noelle- I’m sad Namita is leaving she was a really good principal and I think Chap will do well as a principal.”

Julia- When I heard that Namita was leaving I just, like. I couldn’t believe it. I know this is good for her and it’s just selfish to think this but I wish she wouldn’t leave.

Deborah- I will miss, Namita. One of my favorite things about her is her laugh. I’m excited to have Chap as the interim Principal. She has a lot of good energy.

Estelle- I’m sad that Namita is leaving because she has been here for a long time, I’m going to miss seeing her in the hallway!!! But I am super happy for Chap, and excited to give her a chance to be the principal.

And now we wanted to show you how people outside school feel. We present to you our PARENTS!!!!!!!!!! (and sisters):

Missy (Ava’s Mom) – I will be really sad to see her go but I think she was a wonderful principal. I am happy for her new position. I’m interested to see how Chap will take on this new role.

Ian (Julia’s Dad)- I’m not happy Namita is leaving. I feel good about Chap being the new principal.

Serge (Julia’s other Dad)- I’m disappointed about Namita leaving. I like Chap and I know her a little bit already and I’m looking forward to her new position at the school.

And also Ava’s sister, Olivia – It makes me feel sad and I hope she visits and I think chap will be a good principal.”

And my sister Tate- I just don’t want her leave. I think Chap will be a good principal.

Rocco (Ava’s Dad) – I’m extremely upset that Namita is leaving I thought she did a wonderful job. Chap has some big shoes to fill. I’m sure she’s up to the task.