Elementary Principal

Mrs. Chelsea Burns
Elementary Principal – Director of Special Education

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year, Panthers!

As we begin a new school year, I'm excited to get back to the basics. Building strong relationships, creating positive experiences for our students, and focusing on what truly matters each day. There are so many wonderful things happening in our classrooms, and this year I want to make it a priority to celebrate the incredible work our staff does every single day.

Our teachers and staff pour their hearts into this school. They create classrooms where students feel safe, supported, challenged, and loved. From the big accomplishments to the small everyday moments that often go unnoticed, I am constantly reminded how fortunate we are to have such a dedicated team working with our children.

At Panama Elementary, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, valued, and excited to come to school. I look forward to partnering with our families as we continue to grow, learn, and make this a year filled with kindness, hard work, and lots of reasons to celebrate.

Thank you for trusting us with your children. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and make it another amazing year at Panama Elementary!

All my best,

Chelsea Burns