Department of Elementary Education
Department of Elementary Education
The Department of Elementary Education serves as a cornerstone in fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment within our school. Committed to the academic and personal growth of our youngest learners, this department oversees curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment practices tailored to elementary-grade levels. From facilitating professional development opportunities for teachers to ensuring the alignment of curriculum with state standards, the department strives to create engaging and rigorous learning experiences for students. Additionally, it coordinates support services, such as counseling and special education, to meet the diverse needs of our elementary students. Through collaboration with teachers, parents, and community stakeholders, the Department of Elementary Education is dedicated to cultivating a love for learning and laying a strong foundation for lifelong success.
Department Responsibilities
Curriculum Development: Overseeing the development and implementation of curriculum frameworks and resources aligned with state standards for elementary-grade levels.
Instructional Planning: Collaborating with teachers to design and implement effective instructional strategies and methodologies tailored to the needs of elementary students.
Assessment Practices: Establishing assessment protocols and strategies to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions, including the administration of standardized tests and formative assessments.
Professional Development: Organizing and facilitating professional development opportunities for elementary teachers to enhance their instructional practices, content knowledge, and pedagogical skills.
Data Analysis: Analyzing student achievement data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Special Education Coordination: Coordinating with the special education department to ensure the provision of appropriate services and accommodations for elementary students with special needs.
Enrichment Programs: Developing and overseeing enrichment programs and activities to provide additional learning opportunities for elementary students.
Parent and Community Engagement: Collaborating with parents, community organizations, and stakeholders to foster partnerships that support the academic success and well-being of elementary students.
Curriculum Alignment: Ensuring alignment of curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices across elementary-grade levels to promote continuity and coherence in the educational experience.
Policy Implementation: Implementing district policies and procedures related to elementary education, including attendance, grading, discipline, and academic interventions.
Staff Members
Name: Dr. Erica Edwards
Title: Director of Elementary Schools
Office Number: 816-316-
Name: Erica Hoard
Title: Compass Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-7751
Email: erica.hoard@hickmanmills.org
Name: Latanya Ragan
Title: Dobbs Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-7875
Name: Dana Carter
Title: Ervin Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-8408
Name: Kacy Parker
Title: Freda Markley Early Childhood Center Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-7025
Email: kacy.parker@hickmanmills.org
Name: Dr. Michelle McDaniel
Title: Ingles Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-7714
Name: Kathleen Snipes
Title: Santa Fe Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-7955
Name: Angela Owens
Title: Truman Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-8100
Name: Dana Tiller
Title: Warford Elementary Schools Principal
Office Number: (816) 316-8151
Email: dana.tiller@hickmanmills.org