Principal's Page

Dear Greenwood Families and Community Members,

Welcome to the 2026–27 school year! I hope you and your family have had a fun and relaxing summer. We are excited to welcome our students back and begin another year of learning, growth, and success at Greenwood Elementary.

At Greenwood, we believe that schools are strongest when families, staff, and community members work together. Thank you for the many ways you support our students. Whether you help with homework, attend school events, volunteer, or encourage your child each day, your involvement makes a difference. Together, we can help every student feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

One of our goals this year is to strengthen communication between home and school. We want families to feel connected to what is happening at Greenwood and informed about their child's learning. This year, we will continue sharing monthly grade-level updates, hosting family events, and using ParentSquare as our main communication tool. We hope these efforts make it easier for families to stay involved and connected.

We are also focused on helping students grow in math. Through regular check-ins on student progress, conversations with students about their learning goals, and collaboration among our staff, we will work together to increase the number of students performing at or above grade level in math by June 2027.

Another important goal is creating a positive school environment where every student feels welcomed, respected, and valued. This year, our staff will continue learning and using strategies that help students solve problems, build strong relationships, and make positive choices. By working together, we hope to reduce behavior incidents and create an even stronger school community.

We are looking forward to a year filled with learning, friendship, growth, and celebration.

Thank you for being an important part of the Greenwood community. I am excited to partner with you this year and look forward to all that we will accomplish together.

If you have questions, concerns, ideas, or would like to learn more about our school, please don't hesitate to reach out. My door is always open.

Warmly,

Dr. Madeline Koenig
Principal
Greenwood Elementary School

PRINCIPAL BIOGRAPHY

Dr. Madeline Koenig is looking forward to another wonderful year as Principal of Greenwood Elementary School. She loves being part of the Greenwood community and enjoys working with students, families, and staff each day to help every child learn, grow, and succeed.

Dr. Koenig earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lewis & Clark College and her Master of Arts in Teaching from Eastern Oregon University. She has worked in education for many years and has been a school administrator since 2020.

Before becoming a principal, Dr. Koenig taught in the La Grande School District at both Central Elementary and Greenwood Elementary. She taught first grade, second grade, and worked in Title I programs to support students in reading and math. Her time in the classroom helped her develop a strong belief that every child can succeed when schools and families work together.

Throughout her career, Dr. Koenig has led programs that support student learning, school safety, career readiness, and educational opportunities for students across Eastern Oregon. She is passionate about helping students reach their goals and creating opportunities for all children to be successful.

One of Dr. Koenig's most important jobs is being a mom to two Greenwood students. As both a parent and principal, she understands how important it is for families to feel welcome, informed, and connected to their child's school experience.

When she is not at school, Dr. Koenig enjoys coaching youth sports, spending time with her family, and working on her ranch in Summerville. She cares deeply about the Greenwood community and believes that strong schools help build strong communities.

Dr. Koenig feels honored to serve as Greenwood's principal and looks forward to partnering with families throughout the school year. She is excited to celebrate student learning, support family involvement, and continue making Greenwood a place where every child feels valued, safe, and ready to succeed.