Principal's Message

Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year, A Year to "Go For The Gold!" 

Dear Starling Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! We are thrilled to begin this exciting new chapter with you as we continue our commitment to learning, leading, and supporting the growth of every Starling student. Our theme this year is:  “Go For The Gold!”

As Starling United, we are setting our sights high, aiming for excellence in everything we do, and striving for personal bests across our entire school community. We believe that with teamwork, determination, and strong partnerships, every single student can cross their own personal finish line and achieve greatness.

Partnering for Literacy & Future Readiness

This year, we are especially excited to partner with you to elevate student achievement and strengthen our students’ ability to read, comprehend, and communicate effectively. Reading is the foundational key to all learning, and by working together—both at school and at home—we can unlock endless opportunities for our children. Through our commitment to academic excellence, we are actively preparing our students for long-term success by connecting daily classroom learning to college and career readiness. We want our Starling students to dream big, explore their passions, build critical thinking skills, and see the clear path from their desks today to the careers of tomorrow.

Excellence & Belonging in Every Classroom

To ensure every student reaches their gold-standard potential, our dedicated returning staff and phenomenal new educators are collaborating to deliver high-quality, intentional instruction.

Alongside academic growth, we remain deeply committed to ensuring every child experiences a strong sense of belonging, significance, and fun. Through our social-emotional learning strategies, students will continue developing the tools to manage emotions, build positive relationships, and approach each day with confidence, purpose, and champion-level resilience.

Our Mission

"To cultivate a community of lifelong learner by empowering students to achieve excellence while utilizing divers experiences." As our Grayson community continues to grow, so does our school family. With this growth, our promise remains firm: to provide a safe, joyful, and academically rich environment where every child is supported on their journey toward excellence.

Stay Connected & Engaged

Achieving the gold takes a team! Here is how you can stay connected and involved throughout the year:

• School Website: Visit us for important updates and resources.

• Social Media: Follow us on Facebook for real-time news and celebrations.

• ParentSquare: Use this platform for school-wide announcements, class communication, and reminders.

• Weekly Newsletter: Check out The Principal’s Desk for highlights, upcoming events, and schoolwide updates.

We also have a phenomenal PTA who supports our school, staff and community in many ways. We warmly welcome volunteers, supporters, and community partners who want to join our PTA team.

At Starling Elementary, Where Excellence IS The Expectation, we are honored to serve our students and families with care, intentionality, and pride. If you ever have a question or concern, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly:

Email: crystal.cooper@gcpsk12.org
Phone: 678-344-6100

Thank you for being such a vital part of our school family. Let’s make this an incredible, record-breaking year—united, focused, and ready to Go For The Gold!

With gratitude and leadership,

Dr. Crystal Cooper
Principal, Starling Elementary School