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Meet the Administration 

  • I’m a lifelong Sumter County resident, graduating from Wildwood High school in 2006.  I attended Saint Leo University and earned my Bachelor’s degree in 2010, which began my teaching career right here at Bushnell Elementary.  For the next 8 years, I taught ELA in Kindergarten, First and Second Grade.  In 2016, I was honored by being voted BES Teacher of the Year.  In 2017, I graduated from the University of West Florida with a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership. 

    In 2018, I began serving as Assistant Principal Intern at Wildwood Elementary School.  I faithfully served in that role for 3 years before returning home to BES as an Assistant Principal Intern.  In 2022, I was truly honored to start serving Bushnell Elementary as Principal. 

    As a BES parent, past teacher, and now administrator, I know and understand the tradition of excellence here at our school and will work tirelessly to continue that tradition! I look forward to getting to know you and your family more this school year.  Together, we will continue making Bushnell Elementary School a great place to grow!

    Email: Jaimie Kinney

  • I have served Sumter County Schools as an educator and coach for 20 years. I was born in Key West but raised in the Appalachian mountains of East Tennessee. My husband and I moved to Sumter County in 2005, where we both started our careers in education. Prior to our move, I earned my bachelor’s degree from Cumberland College (2000) and teaching certification from Tennessee Tech University (2004). I have had many leadership roles, such as serving as a reading teacher/literacy coach, MTSS Coordinator, and coaching many sports teams at SSH. In 2019, I was honored as Teacher of the Year for South Sumter High and recognized as an A+ Teacher on Spectrum News 13. I received my Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the American College of Education in 2020. I strive to bring a diverse range of skills and enthusiasm to help serve the students, staff, and families of Bushnell Elementary. I am excited to be apart of the BES family as an Assistant Principal Intern.

    Email: Kimberly Borum

  • With a dedicated career spanning 18 years in education, I have honed my skills as both a passionate teacher and a strategic educational leader.  My journey began when I graduated with a Bachelor's of Arts in Child Study and Speech Communication from St. Joseph’s University in 2007. Shortly after graduating, I began working as a special education preschool teacher in New York City and continued in this role for 10 years. During this time, I fostered a love of learning with my students through innovative teaching methods and through a supportive classroom environment.

    In 2009, I completed my Masters of Arts Degree from Stony Brook University with a concentration in Education. In 2017, my family and I relocated to Central Florida, where I then began to work at Wildwood Elementary School as a Kindergarten teacher. I continued to teach at Wildwood Elementary school for 4 years as a Kindergarten and First Grade teacher.

    Recognizing my potential for leadership, I completed my Level I portfolio for Educational Leadership through the district. I then transitioned to a teacher on special assignment position at the district office and oversaw Elementary Math and Science for 2 years. In 2023, I began serving as an Assistant Principal Intern at South Sumter Middle School and began working on my Level II portfolio for Principalship. I served in this role for 1 year before being moved to Bushnell Elementary School to serve as an Assistant Principal Intern.

    I am passionate about fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. I am excited to serve the students, staff, and families of Bushnell Elementary School!

    Email: Katheryn Palazzo

Mission and Vision

The mission of Bushnell Elementary is to foster an environment that provides on-going programs to meet the educational needs and differences of all students in our changing society and to help all students realize success and fulfillment in school and community life.

Bushnell Elementary provides a quality staff, an appropriate learning environment and adequate resources to ensure academic, social and physical growth, enabling students to excel in an ever-changing world.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

If you're a parent new to school-age children, we understand that starting elementary school can bring lots of questions—and we're here to help! Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section is designed to provide quick, helpful answers about everything from school hours and registration to transportation, meals, and communication with teachers. Whether you're wondering what your child needs for the first day or how to get involved at Bushnell Elementary, our FAQ is a great place to start. We're committed to making your transition into the school community as smooth and welcoming as possible.

  • To enroll your student at Bushnell Elementrary, you’ll need to complete the online registration through the Sumter County School District and submit the required documents.  For more informatin, click the link below. 

    New Student Enrollment: Account Request

  • At Bushnell Elementary School, we strive to keep our families informed and connected. We use ParentSquare as our primary communication platform to share important updates, event reminders, and school news. Be sure to download the ParentSquare app or check your email regularly to stay up to date. In addition, we invite you to follow us on social media for a closer look at daily happenings, student achievements, and upcoming activities. Stay connected with Bushnell Elementary—we’re excited to share our journey with you!

  • Use ParentSquare to message your child’s teacher or contact the school’s front office to schedule a phone or in-person conference. 

  • You can view your student’s grades, attendance, and other important information by logging into the Sumter County School District’s Skyward Student and Family Access. Contact the school’s office if you need assistance with login information.   

    Grades and Attendance

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