MRS. CINDY ENDSLEY, SUPERINTENDENT
Dear Old Fort Schools Families, Staff, and Community Members,
As we approach the final stretch of the school year, we find ourselves in an exciting and meaningful time—celebrating the Class of 2025! Our seniors are preparing to step into the next chapter of their lives, whether it be college, the workforce, or the military, and we couldn’t be prouder. This milestone would not be possible without the dedication of our staff, parents, and community members who have supported them throughout their academic and extracurricular journeys. Thank you for investing in their success and helping shape their futures!
With the upcoming departure of Mrs. Brittni Faist, our Preschool and Student Services Director, we want to express our gratitude for her contributions to our students and programs. She will be advancing her career with North Point ESC, and we wish her the very best in her new role.
This transition provides an opportunity to restructure responsibilities within our district. Moving forward, all preschool operations will be managed by our Elementary Assistant Principal. Meanwhile, the Director of Student Services will continue overseeing special education services while also leading district-wide student services, curriculum, and professional development. Our preschool program remains strong, and we are pleased to continue offering three classrooms next school year to serve our youngest learners.
Over the past four months, our Strategic Planning Committee—comprised of students, teachers, administrators, parents, and community leaders—has been diligently working to develop a new three-year plan for Old Fort Local Schools. This plan focuses on enhancing instruction in Math, ELA, and Career education while also fostering a positive school culture with increased family engagement.
Additionally, we surveyed stakeholders to create a “Portrait of a Stockader,” a visual representation of the essential competencies we strive to instill in every student. These competencies include:
Responsible Citizen
Collaborative Communicator
Adaptive Learner
Analytical Thinker
This initiative will guide our efforts in ensuring that every student graduates with the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world.
We continue to receive outstanding community support in enhancing our athletic facilities. Thanks to our dedicated Athletic Boosters, local businesses, and generous families, our student-athletes are benefiting from:
An improved long jump pit
New batting cages
A brand-new softball scoreboard
These upgrades will provide our teams with better training opportunities and improve the overall athletic experience for our students. We remain committed to evaluating our facilities and finances to ensure a safe and flourishing environment for all.
As we wrap up this school year and plan for the next, I want to remind everyone of our district’s theme that connects us across all generations:
"Traditions that Inspire, Futures that Shine."
This theme reflects our commitment to honoring the past while continuously striving for growth and excellence. Thank you for your ongoing support, and let’s finish this school year strong!
Thank you for your continued support as we work together to provide an exceptional educational experience for every student in our district.
Warm regards,
Cindy Endsley, Ed.S.
