Message from the Principal

July 31, 2026

Dear Callahan Community,

I hope you are having a fantastic summer! I'm counting down the days until our Callahan community returns on Wednesday, September 2nd!

I'm truly honored to be the Interim Principal of the Callahan Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. Having served as a teacher here, I know firsthand how special our community is. Our students, staff, and families make Callahan a wonderful place to learn and grow.

This summer I have been busy getting ready for the new school year by meeting with staff one-on-one, connecting with community partners, and visiting some of our Callahan students at summer programs. My goal is to be visible, listen, and be present. I look forward to building strong partnerships with you all for a great and successful school year.

Enjoy these last few weeks of summer! Soon, I will be sharing more details and resources to help your family prepare. I look forward to welcoming you all back soon!

Best,

Mrs. Deirdre Scotina

Interim Principal

Get To Know Mrs. Scotina:

Years at Callahan: I'll be entering my seventh year here!

Fun Fact: I am a big sports fan, especially New England teams!

Favorite Color: Yellow

Pet: A four-year-old Golden Retriever named Nash

Favorite book: The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

Outside of school: I love running, reading, and spending time with my family!