Principal's Corner
Welcome back to another exciting year at Alexandria-Monroe Elementary School! My name is Stacey Bowen, and I am truly honored to serve as principal at Alexandria Monroe Elementary. It is a privilege to work alongside such dedicated students, talented staff, and supportive families within the Alexandria community.
This year marks my fifth year as principal at AMES and my 25th year in education. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to serve as a special education teacher, classroom teacher, instructional coach, staff developer, assistant principal, and now principal. Each role has deepened my commitment to fostering a school environment where every child feels safe, supported, and challenged to grow.
One of the greatest strengths of our school is the support we receive from our community—especially from our amazing Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO). The PTO plays a vital role in enriching the school experience for students and staff alike. They help create memorable events for families, celebrate our educators, and provide valuable resources that support student learning. From Fairytale Night and Adventure Night to Grandparent Night and Teacher Appreciation Week, the PTO’s involvement truly makes a difference. If you haven’t yet joined for the 2025–2026 school year, I encourage you to become part of this outstanding organization!
At Alexandria-Monroe Elementary, we believe in the power of goal setting, reflection, and celebrating growth. Students collaborate with teachers to set personal academic goals and outline action steps to achieve them. Progress is regularly monitored and reviewed, with teachers providing support and encouragement along the way. Our “Think Positive, Feel Positive, Live Positive!” attitude reminds us that we don’t do easy—we make easy happen through effort, perseverance, and learning every day.
My top priority is to ensure that all students learn in a safe, welcoming, and secure environment. High-quality instruction, meaningful activities, and a positive school culture are at the heart of everything we do.
Open communication is essential to our success as a school community. I encourage you to reach out to me, your child’s teacher, the main office, or any member of our staff whenever you have a question or concern. Working together ensures we can celebrate successes, address challenges early, and provide the best possible experience for every child.
Thank you for the gift of allowing us to be part of your child’s educational journey. We are excited to begin another wonderful year together!
Please stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter, and our school website for the latest updates and events. I look forward to meeting many of you at our school functions, PTO meetings, and as we cheer on our Tigers at academic and athletic events.
Let’s make it a fantastic year—Go Tigers!
Warm regards,
Stacey Bowen
Principal, Alexandria-Monroe Elementary School
📞 765-724-4166
📧 sbowen@alex.k12.in.us