A Message from our New  Principal, Laura Burgess

I have had the fortune of working in Marion County for the past seven years as a teacher, writing coach and assistant principal. My family and I moved from South Florida to find a better place to raise our children and found Marion County to be the perfect location. I have worked in the Elementary, Middle and High School levels as an English/Language Arts teacher and as a 4th grade teacher. I
hold a 6-12 certification in English education and a K-6 certification in Elementary Education. I am also endorsed in Gifted Education, ESOL Education, Educational Leadership and as a School Principal.

I am thrilled to be at South Ocala and will work hard to ensure that every student receives a quality education in a safe environment. I believe that every child can learn and that it is our responsibility to find the best method of instruction for each individual. My door is always open as I am here to serve the parents and students of South Ocala Elementary. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any concerns that you might have. We together will have a great 2009-2010 year.