Message from the Principal

Dear PGK Families,

I am filled with excitement and purpose as we step into the 2025-2026 school year together. Each year gives us the chance to reflect on how far we’ve come, and to look ahead with clarity about what it will take to keep growing as a community of compassionate scholars.

At Keithley, we know we cannot do this work alone. The success of our students depends on the collective effort of staff, students, our surrounding community, and especially our families. You are your student’s first and longest teacher. You know your student best, and your input and support are essential to their success here at Keithley.

Over the past couple of years, we have listened carefully to feedback from students, staff, and families. You can expect some important improvements this year: clearer and more consistent communication, strengthened safety protocols, and a renewed focus on keeping electronics put away during learning time so students can stay present and connected. These commitments reflect the number one theme we continue to hear from our students: they want to feel safe—physically and emotionally—at school.

Our building mission guides us: the PGK community is committed to individual excellence through collective action, communication, and celebration.

• Individual excellence means every Kolt works to be their authentic and best self.
• Collective action means we problem-solve together and support each other in that pursuit of excellence.
• Communication means we create safe, caring spaces to share needs and perspectives.
• Celebration means we look for every chance to cheer on growth—socially, emotionally, and academically.

This mission is not just words on paper. It is the framework for how we learn, teach, and grow together. As your principal, I will continue working alongside you to ensure your student feels safe, valued, and proud to be a Keithley Kolt.

Here’s to a year of excellence achieved through community, care, and collective purpose.

I am proud to be a Keithley Kolt!

Ms. Castellano