Principal's Message

Dear Stanford Families,

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to the 2026–2027 school year! I am Brian Ball, and I am honored to enter my third full year as the proud principal of Stanford Elementary.

Over the past two and a half years, I’ve seen firsthand what makes Stanford such a vibrant, special place. Building on our back-to-back recognition as a U.S. News & World Report "Best School" in both 2025 and 2026, our dedicated staff remains deeply committed to delivering high-quality, engaging instruction while nurturing the whole child every step of the way.

To prepare our students for a lifetime of success (Goal 3), we continue to focus on Goals 1 and 2 of our GGUSD Strategic Plan: building strong Academic Skills and essential Personal Skills. Reaching this shared vision takes a true team effort. When the dedicated work of our staff on campus is paired with your love and support at home—and brought to life by our students showing up ready to shine each day—there is no limit to what they can achieve.

We warmly welcome your involvement! Research and experience tell us that when families get involved, students truly flourish both academically and socially. Our wonderful Stanford PTO offers many meaningful ways to volunteer and make a direct impact, and we would love to have you join us. Please feel free to contact our front office anytime for more information.

Staying connected is key to a fantastic year ahead. Please look out for my weekly principal's bulletin sent via ParentSquare, and be sure to follow our school website and Stanford Instagram for regular updates. Above all, open communication is essential—you are always welcome to reach out to your child's teacher or me via email or ParentSquare with any questions or thoughts.

Finally, to ensure a safe environment for all our children, please remember that Stanford is a closed campus. All visitors must check in at the front office before entering.

It is a true privilege to serve the Stanford Elementary community. Our entire team is eager to work hand-in-hand with you to make this a joyful, memorable year for all of our students.

Sincerely,
Brian Ball
Principal, Stanford Elementary School