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A Message from the Principal…Welcome to the Indian Lake Elementary website and welcome to what we hope will be another fantastic year at Indian Lake. While there is no doubt that the changes that have occurred in Sumner County this year and now even within the school itself will affect each of us, let us embrace these changes as opportunities for growth, for developing even stronger ties among all stakeholders, and for continuing the standard of excellence for which Indian Lake Elementary specifically and Sumner County in general is so  well-regarded.First of all, I want to express how humbled I have been by the support and the welcome that I have already received from so many people during this transition. Mrs. McGhee leaves a legacy behind that cannot be replaced, yet we can certainly pledge to continue it to the best of our ability. The Faculty and Staff here at ILE are true professionals and are so dedicated to their profession and the students we serve. We are an accredited school with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Through Indian Lake’s success in test scores and a thorough evaluation of our school’s curriculum, we have been recognized as one of the top schools in the country by receiving the 2004 National Blue Ribbon Award.Additionally, the PTO at Indian Lake is unlike any other I have seen. The support from the parents and their tireless efforts to enhance the educational offerings for our students are unsurpassed and very much appreciated. If you have the opportunityto volunteer in some capacity, you will gain an even deeper appreciation for the work that goes in to making this school as phenomenal as it is.Recognizing the need for a child’s education to be well-rounded and address the physical and emotional needs of each student, we will endeavor to stay current in research of best practices that are proven to demonstrate academic success as well as a true love for learning. Being a parent myself, I believe I have an even more fervent perspective for how we desire our children to be treated as well as the need for continued high achievement each year so that our children will have a strong foundation upon which to build their futures. I grew up in Savannah, Tennessee, and come from a family of educators.  My husband, Chuck, grew up in  Hendersonville, and we met in college. I moved to Hendersonville when we married in 1997 and began my teaching career at Ellis Middle School until 2002 when our only child, Cade, was born. For the past three years, I have been an Assistant Principal in the Portland area… one year at Watt Hardison Elementary and then having the privilege of opening Portland Gateview Elementary. While I loved the students and faculty there, I am grateful to be at a school in the town in which I live. I truly love being active in this community and marvel at the changes that have emerged during my time here.Again, I understand that many people are apprehensive about the change in Administration here at ILE, but I want to reassure you that I look forward to meeting and getting to know our students and their families as we begin the new school year very soon. With enthusiasm and humility I look forward to working with ILE Family. Please feel free to e-mail me at ondie.mitchell@sumnerschools.org or call the school to talk or arrange a meeting when/if a need arises.New Student Registration is Wednesday, July 27, from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. in the Front Office, and Registration Day is Thursday, August 04, from 9:00 A.M. until Noon in the Cafeteria. Students’ first full day of instruction will be Monday, August 08.As more events and announcements become available we will try to post them on the site. Until then, our hope is that you are enjoying the Summer Break to its fullest and will arrive back in August for the beginning of a fantastic year.Respectfully,Ondie Mitchell, Principal