Welcome to Garrettford Elementary School! As the assistant principal, I am honored to have the opportunity to work alongside Mr. Brydges to enhance the school community and contribute to the academic success of our teachers and students. Garrettford is a school with such persevering students, an extremely dedicated staff, and a supportive school community.  I feel very fortunate to be part of this school and to support the staff, students, and families.    

I have spent my entire educational career within the Upper Darby School District, and am extremely grateful for the experiences I have had over the last fifteen years.  I have worked with students ranging in age from kindergarten through fifth grade in a variety of roles. I taught at Highland Park and Bywood Elementary Schools, as a second and fourth grade classroom teacher, and worked as an instructional coach at both the building and district level. I am thrilled to bring my skills as an educator and leader to Garrettford Elementary School, and to work with families as a partner in education.

I view education as a life-long process and expect that I will continue to learn a lot about the uniqueness of our school this year and in the years to come. Most importantly, I believe that students are at the center of all school-related decisions.  I am excited about integrating my experience, values, and beliefs to support our students.  Because the relationships between teachers, administrators, and families are vital to the success of our students and school, I encourage you to reach out to me and communicate often.

Thank you for your trust and support in your child's education!

Sincerely,

Kelly Mantzaridis