St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Elementary School – Elmira

Dear St. Teresa of Avila Families,

Welcome to a brand-new school year! I am truly honored to join this vibrant and faith-filled community as your new administrator, and I’m thrilled to welcome you and your child to what promises to be a joyful and enriching year at St. Teresa of Avila.

Our school is deeply committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow. This year, we will continue to deepen our faith journey together through our new Pastoral Plan: “Listen to Understand.” This guiding theme will shape how we learn, lead, and care for one another throughout the year.

At St. Teresa, we believe in the power of academic excellence paired with strong social-emotional learning. We are dedicated to helping our students grow in respect, responsibility, and resilience, and we will continue to support their development both in and out of the classroom.

We also recognize that education is a partnership, and your involvement plays a vital role in your child’s success. I warmly invite you to stay connected, ask questions, and share your thoughts—my door is always open.

I look forward to getting to know each of you and working together to make this school year a meaningful and memorable one for your child.

With warmest regards,

Jennifer Drinkwater
 Administrator
St. Teresa of Avila School