It is an honor to be principal of Saunders Middle School. As a passionate educator, I understand the impact a principal has on forging a school community that is welcoming and focused on student academic performance. I anticipate the start of the 2023-24 school year with great excitement and deep respect for the work that has been on-going at Saunders Middle in pursuit of excellence.
I have been an educator since 1996, beginning as a classroom teacher and later serving as a department chair and assistant principal. I came to Prince William County in 2011 where I served students at Woodbridge High School, Unity Reed High School, and Freedom High School. Please know it is my intention to always work tirelessly to ensure that Saunders continues to be a place where students, staff, and families are supported and have a strong sense of belonging. It is essential that our students experience school as a place where they are seen, respected, and valued, so they are able to thrive and actualize their full potential.
Middle school is an essential time of cognitive, physical, and emotional growth. Our goal at Saunders is to equip students with skill sets essential to create thriving futures for themselves and their community. I am excited to have the privilege of working with the Saunders community in pursuit of a school of belonging, growth, and academic challenge.
Please let us know how we are doing. Our goal is to exceed expectations.
Respectfully,
Mr. Jeremy Byrd
Principal
Saunders Middle School