Welcome, Hustlin’ Tigers!

Dear Howard Families, Students, Alumni, and Community Partners,

It is my honor and privilege to welcome you to The Howard School, a place where history, tradition, pride, and purpose come together to create opportunities for every student to succeed.

Our guiding commitment is simple and unwavering:

Every Tiger. Every Seat. Every Day.

These six words represent more than a motto. They are our promise that every student matters, every day of learning matters, and every opportunity to grow matters.

The Howard School is more than a school. It is a family and a community. As a proud Howard alumna, I understand the rich legacy that has shaped generations of Hustlin’ Tigers. I often reflect on the words from our school song, “my hopes, my dreams for future years,” because they remind us that each day we are entrusted with the hopes and dreams of our students. It is both a tremendous responsibility and an incredible privilege to help every Tiger discover their potential, pursue excellence, and prepare for a successful future.

Our mission is to create an environment where every student feels seen, valued, challenged, and supported. We believe that strong relationships, engaging instruction, high expectations, and a culture of belonging are the foundation of student success. We are committed to ensuring that every classroom inspires curiosity, every adult champions students, and every graduate leaves Howard prepared for college, career, and life.

We also believe that great schools are built through strong partnerships. Families, staff, alumni, and community members all play an essential role in the success of our students. When we work together with purpose, positivity, and a shared belief in what is possible, we create a school where students thrive, educators flourish, and our community grows stronger.

At Howard, excellence is not an occasional achievement. It is our standard. We hold ourselves accountable for providing a safe, welcoming, and academically rigorous learning environment where students are encouraged to lead, persevere, and reach their fullest potential.

Thank you for being a part of the Howard family. Whether you are a current student, parent, staff member, alumnus, or community partner, you are an important part of our story. Together, we will honor our proud tradition while building an even brighter future for generations of Hustlin’ Tigers.

With Tiger Pride,

Mrs. Charhonda Gardner
Executive Principal, The Howard School                                                                Proud Howard Alumna