Comments on: Erin Wheeler Named New Principal of Clairemont Elementary

By: eurekablue

eurekablue — Mon, 17 May 2010 13:17:55 +0000

Well said, Mr. B. Erin and Greg were sensational teachers at Clairemont and beloved by students and parents. Erin will continue her magical influence as Principal at CES as Greg does at WP.

By: Chris Billingsley

Chris Billingsley — Sat, 15 May 2010 23:28:10 +0000

This is a good decision. Ms. Wheeler is a veteran CSD employee. Ten years ago, she team-taught with Mr. Greg Wiseman (Winnona Park Principal) in the 5th grade class at Clairemont. Like Mr. Wiseman, she has many good qualities. She is smart, gets along well with both students and parents, and understands what great leadership is all about. My son was in her class on 9/11 and I still remember how well she handled that very difficult day. Maybe what I admire most about Ms. Wheeler is that she has chosen to stay in the system even though a sharp teacher/leader like her has probably had many offers elsewhere. She remembers what Clairemont was like during the “glory days” when Ms. Judy Green was principal. Since that time, Ms. Wheeler has also had an opportunity to work with another outstanding principal, Ms. Mary Mack, at Oakhurst. She will bring all these great qualities and experiences as the new principal at Clairemont. I wish her the best of luck.

By: sam

sam — Sat, 15 May 2010 22:44:49 +0000

Boy, I wish I was in elementary school. You look so happy. Anyway, congratulations!!

Sam

By: decatur mom

decatur mom — Sat, 15 May 2010 20:58:53 +0000

Her sister is Shannon Wheeler, who teaches fifth (or fourth? Not sure if she looped) grade at Glennwood.

By: Tara Koski

Tara Koski — Sat, 15 May 2010 17:40:26 +0000

This is a great decision for our CSD. I had the pleasure of having her as our instructional coach at Oakhurst (I’m an Oakhurst parent). She is wonderful. Clairmont should be so proud and thrilled to get her.