There are some new faces down in the elementary this year! The old fifth-grade science teacher and current high school football coach, Mr. Richards, is now our new Principal for the elementary school! We also welcome several new teachers to the elementary. First, there is Sierra Lieurance. She is a third-grade teacher with a class of 23 amazing students! Second, there's Steve Phillips. He is a fifth-grade science teacher with a class of 20 excellent students! We are also welcoming a new librarian, Adde Berdin. She is taking the place of Teri Stechschulte, who retired at the end of last school year.

We hope that this school year is a catalyst for many memories, friendships, and wonderful experiences. All of us here at Bluffton Schools wish you all a great 2026/2027 school year!

Article by: Emma Kiene and Levi Sutkay

Image Credit: Jamie Nygaard