As the year-end draws to a close I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to all the Hammond staff, parents and students for supporting each other through another successful school year. Together we have provided one more year of growth for our children, encouraging them to move forward in a positive way. As a school it is our aim to help our students move closer to the kind of individuals they want to be. We strive to provide the best educational opportunities available and to build kind, caring and respectful relationships among everyone we work with.

I am pleased with the 2009 - 2010 school year and all we have accomplished. I have enjoyed working and learning with your children. I continue to value working with such an eager and committed staff and believe that a successful educational experience requires collaboration, cooperation and dedication from all of us.

We hope you have a safe and restful summer holiday with your friends and family and look forward to see you back at Hammond in September. For those families that are moving on, we wish you all the best in your new endeavors.