January 2, 2017

Dear Monroe Public Schools Students, Staff, Families, and Community Members,

Happy New Year!  I hope this finds you, like me, eagerly anticipating the entrance back into our school routines tomorrow, Tuesday, January 3rd, after a wonderful holiday season.  It is a treasure when we have the opportunity to pause, become refreshed, and think about the wonder and promise all around us.  This is especially true for me, as with the New Year, I am honored to begin serving our school district as Superintendent.  I would like to thank Dr. Martin for his service and leadership over the past years and wish him all of the best in his retirement.

For over twenty years, I have witnessed our talented staff, involved families, dedicated Board of Education members, and invested community organizations in their relentless pursuit to provide the best possible experiences for our Monroe students.  When I speak to others about our district as my home, where my own children go to school, and where I have invested my career as an educator, I am proud to share the many memories and opportunities within Monroe Public Schools.  Whether it be in academics, arts, athletics, leadership, technology, or volunteerism, our students have access to the programs and initiatives that support them in meeting high expectations and becoming successful lifelong learners and global citizens.

With the New Year, in addition to our rigorous plans to enrich student opportunities and achievements, I also think about the important role that each of us holds as a champion for our students and the school district.  Our words are powerful, and for every positive story that we share, there is a person or an entire group of people, young and old, working harder and feeling a deeper sense of pride because of it.  In daily routines, it is easy to overlook the influence that these positive stories bring to our students, our work as a school district, and ultimately, our legacy as a Monroe community.  Please join me in this daily commitment to share and celebrate our children and our successes!

Thank you for your ongoing support.  Monroe Public Schools is stronger because you are a part of it.   Feel free to contact me through email at  everly@monroe.k12.mi.us or by phone at 734-265-3000. Together, we will embrace questions, address issues, and engage in conversations to make Monroe the best it can be every single day.  Here’s to a prosperous 2017, and wherever you go -- beam that one-of-a-kind Monroe Trojan Pride!

Believe.  Engage.  Excel. As always,

Julie M. Everly

Superintendent