Dear Bobcats, 

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! We are thrilled to begin our third year together at Bothwell Elementary. As we reflect on all that has been accomplished over the past two years, we are incredibly proud of what we've built together—a school rooted in strong relationships, high expectations, and a shared commitment to helping every child thrive.

The success of Bothwell is truly the result of the partnership between our students, families, teachers, and staff. Together, we have created a welcoming community where children feel safe, supported, challenged, and celebrated. As we begin another year, we look forward to building on that foundation, continuing to grow, and creating even more opportunities for learning, leadership, and lasting memories.

At Bothwell, we believe every child has unique strengths and limitless potential. We are committed to providing engaging, meaningful learning experiences while fostering a culture of kindness, belonging, and excellence. Thank you for entrusting us with your children and for partnering with us in their educational journey. We are excited to see all that we will accomplish together this year. The power of our school has always been our people, and we can't wait to see the incredible things we will achieve together.

Let’s Go Bothwell!

All the BESt, 

Kristen Aune, Principal

Bothwell Elementary School

Dear Bobcat Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! It is hard to believe that we are beginning our third year at the BESt school! Being part of Bothwell's journey since opening our doors has been such a rewarding experience, and I am excited to see what this year has in store for our Bobcats.

One of the greatest joys of serving as your assistant principal is getting to know our students and celebrating the many ways they learn, grow, and shine throughout the year. Whether I am visiting classrooms, reading with students, cheering them on at school events, or simply greeting them in the hallways, the relationships we build with our children and families are what make Bothwell such a special place.

Our staff is dedicated to helping every student feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to do their very best each day. We want every child to know they belong here and that they are capable of achieving great things.

Thank you for your partnership and for sharing your amazing children with us. I look forward to another year of learning, laughter, and creating memories together. It is going to be a wonderful year, and I cannot wait to see all the incredible things our Bobcats accomplish.

Warm regards,

Julie Ricketts, Assistant Principal
Bothwell Elementary School