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Dear Amelia Earhart Middle School Parents, Guardians, and Community,

It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I introduce myself as the new Principal of Amelia Earhart Middle
School. I am honored to join this remarkable community and I look forward to building upon the strong
foundation of student achievement and well-being that defines the Earhart experience.

With 26 years of dedicated service to the Riverside Unified School District, my journey in education has been
defined by a deep commitment to every student's success. For the past 10 years, I have had the privilege of
serving as an elementary principal, first leading the community at Castle View Elementary and most recently
serving for five years as the principal of Jefferson Elementary. These years in elementary leadership have been
incredibly rewarding, allowing me to witness firsthand the foundational growth of our students and the vital
importance of strong school-community partnerships.

While my recent leadership has been at the elementary level, this transition to Amelia Earhart feels like a true
homecoming. I am thrilled to return to my professional roots in middle school education. My teaching career
began in the middle school classroom, where I served as a Spanish Language Arts and ELD teacher at Gage
Middle School. During my tenure in secondary education, I also had the opportunity to serve as a Newcomer
Coordinator and a Language Arts Coach. These roles shaped my understanding of the unique academic and
social-emotional needs of middle school students as they navigate this critical stage of their development.
I am a firm believer in creating an environment where academic excellence meets student well-being. My
approach to leadership is centered on understanding diverse perspectives to find the best path forward for all
students and families. I am committed to ensuring that every family at Earhart feels supported, heard, and
valued as a partner in their child’s education.

I look forward to meeting with our dedicated staff, getting to know our talented students, and connecting with
all of you. I am eager to begin this new chapter together and to contribute to the continued success of the
Earhart community.

With gratitude and excitement,
Tiffany Farris Scott
Principal, Amelia Earhart Middle School

Hello, Amelia Earhart Middle School Families, and welcome to the 2026-2027 school year!

My name is Kristin Hodge, and I am so excited to return and continue to serve the AEMS family as your Assistant Principal!

The 2026-2027 school year is my 12th year in education, and my 11th year in RUSD. Prior to joining AEMS last year, I served
Riverside Virtual School as Elementary and Secondary MTSS Liaison, Activities Director, EL Coordinator, and Administrative
Designee. I have also served as 7th and 8th Grade English Teacher in the RUSD Virtual Program and at Chemawa Middle School,
where I had the opportunity to oversee the Associated Student Body and Yearbook programs. I am deeply committed to ensuring that
all students receive a high-quality education enhanced by extracurricular and leadership activities that empower students to positively
impact our campus and community. I am passionate about collaborating with teachers to design rigorous, relevant learning experiences
and supporting all students in developing the critical thinking and communication skills required for success in high school, college
and career, and beyond. I am honored to work in partnership with you and with our students this year.

Thank you for taking the time to review this letter and the materials enclosed so that we can prepare for a successful school year. I
hope that the remainder of your summer is everything you need it to be and that you and your students have the opportunity to rest and
recharge for their upcoming academic journey. I look forward to serving you and seeing you at Spirit Day on August 4th!

Respectfully,

Mrs. Kristin Hodge, Assistant Principal
Amelia Earhart Middle School
(951) 697-5700, ext. 53102