Skip to main contentPrincipal churn in Portland Public Schools continues. Last Monday, parents at Buckman Elementary School in Southeast Portland learned the principal who started in fall 2014, Robin Morrison, is taking a temporary leave. In an email to parents the principal cited health reasons.
Morrison moved to Buckman from Woodlawn K-8 School under the terms of a federal grant at Woodlawn that required Morrison's removal.
Here's the email Morrison sent to parents Monday, March 30.
Dear Buckman Community,Over the last several months, I have had the honor of working and collaborating with a school community that I consider to be dedicated and supportive of the Buckman arts program. Your commitment to Buckman School helped make my transition to a new school and community a smooth one.As many of you are aware, I have been struggling with my health over the course of this school year. Many of you have spoken to me about being worried about my health and I appreciate your conversations and concerns. I have been working closely with my doctors and they have determined I need to take a leave of absence to give my full attention to my health. I plan to be on leave until April 21, 2015, returning to work on April 22, 2015.Jack Ubik graciously accepted the substitute principal position until I return. I am confident he will work closely to support the schoolâs needs during my absence. Mr. Ubik is an experienced administrator who is more than capable of ensuring our school continues to be a safe environment that promotes student learning. I look forward to coming back at the end of the month.Regards,Robin Leigh MorrisonBuckman Principal
Morrison couldn't be reached for comment. Her departure, though temporary, is just the latest example of the kind of principal turnover that has disrupted several other PPS schools this year, including Glencoe Elementary School, the Richmond Japanese Immersion School, Hosford Middle School and Scott K-8 School.
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