Dear Landmark Families,

I would like to thank you for the opportunity to work with you this school year. I had the pleasure of starting my educational career here at Landmark Middle School as a sixth grade math and science teacher in 1997. I taught for five years before moving into administration. For the last eight years, I have been an Assistant Principal and Principal at various sites in the Moreno Valley Unified School District. This year marks my fifth year as a middle school principal.

A common myth among families is that once your child reaches middle school the school does not want you involved. This is quite the contrary and I would encourage you to continue to stay involved and monitor your child's success during these vulnerable and influential years of their lives. The Landmark staff is also aware of the transitions your child will be going through and will continue to foster your child's growth socially, emotionally and academically.

You will notice some changes due to budgetary cuts, but our goal is that the impact will not affect your child within the classroom. I believe together we will minimize any changes while at the same time meet our site goals. We ask for your help, by volunteering for activities, such as, ELAC, SSC, AVID, GATE and other parent involvement opportunities when you are available. Thank you for your support in advance.

We have allocated some Wednesdays during our flex schedule, as well as the morning and team prep periods, as a time to meet with our families in supporting your child's success here at Landmark. Please do not hesitate to contact your child's teachers to set-up a meeting regarding your child's progress.

On a reflective note, in times of an economic downturn, where budget cuts are affecting our work and personal lives, we need to remember to move forward with passion and persistence. Life throws many stumbling blocks toward us, but through our persistence we are able to get up each time. There are no limitations to stop us from achieving the goals and dreams we have both for ourselves and the students we teach each day. "Persistence with a splash of passion drives us to accomplish extraordinary things." As a combined group of individuals with clear goals and determination we will exceed all expectations and have a distinguished year at Landmark Middle School.

I will continue to update you regarding any changes here at Landmark. Please feel free to contact the school if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you in advance for all your support and I look forward to a wonderful year at Landmark Middle School.

Sincerely,
Mr. Schiermeyer - Pronounced (Sure-my-er)
Principal
E-Mail: cschiermeyer@mvusd.net