Editor,

What a wonderful welcome I’ve received from this community! Over the past two months, I’ve truly felt at home getting to know our district, community partners, and this beautiful area. From hiking our trails to enjoying performances at Whidbey Children’s Theatre, WICA and ISF, participating in the county parade and fair, and walking my dog at the Sports Complex where I’ve watched our students in action, I couldn’t ask for a better introduction to island life.

I’ve been impressed working alongside our district staff, principals, school board, and meeting with community partners, student groups, and local representatives. Soon I’ll be launching “Coffee with Clifford,” a chance for families and community members to connect directly with me. I can confidently say we have an exception

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