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From Mara Ratesic-Koetke, Ed.D.
Dear Bronxville School Community,
I have accepted a position as the Superintendent of Schools of the Irvington Union Free School District beginning July 1, pending the final approval of the School Board on May 15, 2024.
Serving as your Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction and helping to craft the Bronxville Promise has been one of the greatest joys of my life, both personally and professionally. In the ten years I have had the pleasure of working with you, we have experienced some triumphant moments and challenges. Throughout, you have demonstrated grace, compassion, and the strength of character that is the bedrock of leadership, empathy, thinking critically, engagement, and innovation.
I want to take this opportunity to thank the teachers, an incredible group of educators, who I learn so much from every single day! You are a brilliant group, and I will always hold the utmost respect for the work you do with the students who are ever so fortunate to have you. Thank you for all the hard work, the laughter, and the thoughtfulness you bring to the most rewarding profession.
To the Curriculum Leaders, past and present, thank you for shepherding the Bronxville Promise with me and bringing the four dispositions and the heart to life. Your leadership has provided me with the stability to dream big when it comes to the education of our students, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
To all of the faculty and staff including clerical, teacher aides, technology, teacher residents, counselors, psychologists, interns, dining services, facilities, medical, and security, thank you for making this such a first-rate school and for your warm, friendly smiles each day.
Thank you to the Leadership Team, the best in the business, for all of your support over the years. We have certainly accomplished a great deal together and kept our sense of humor while doing it. I will be forever grateful for our partnership.
To the Board of Education, past and present, thank you for your unwavering support of our work and the Bronxville Promise. Here’s to many more years of success!
To the PTA and the Bronxville Foundation, thank you for all you do! I simply could not have done it without your generosity. From supporting professional development to hosting beautiful celebrations reminding us of this wonderful community, you are exceptional!
And to the students who embody the Bronxville Promise in every way- by leading, innovating, engaging the world around you, and thinking critically; you are the reason your teachers come to work each day. Seeing you thrive is their ultimate reward. I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
I will miss you all a great deal. Please know, I will carry you in my heart in this new beginning, 💙🤍
Best,
Mara
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