Greetings Imagine Bella Families,

It is an honor and privilege to serve this year as the Principal of Bella Academy of Excellence. I am excited to lead a community that values learning, growth, and strong partnerships in support of student success.

I have a wealth of experience in education, having served as Teacher, Academic Coach and Assistant Principal. I have been with our Imagine Family for 13 years and served the Imagine Bella community since 2018.

I firmly believe that education is about more than academic achievement alone. While we are committed to high standards of academic excellence, we are equally dedicated to developing students of strong character. Respect, Integrity, Justice, Responsibility, and Kindness are essential qualities that help students succeed not only in school, but throughout their lives. My goal is to ensure that every student is challenged academically while also learning the values and skills needed to become thoughtful, compassionate, and responsible citizens.

Together, we will foster a school culture where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to do their best. We will celebrate achievement, encourage curiosity, promote resilience, and create opportunities for all students to grow both academically and personally.

Strong partnerships between home and school are critical to student success. I look forward to working closely with our families, staff, and community members to provide the best possible educational experience for every child. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and development of your children. We look forward to seeing you at our Meet and Greet on August 18th from 5-6pm as we head into the new school year. We encourage you to reach out to us to learn more about our vision for the school. Look for continued updates for the school year on Class Dojo.

Whether you are a new or returning member of our Imagine Bella community, we look forward to the journey ahead with you.  Imagine Bella is truly a special place and our school community is enriched through each student, parent, and educator who have been part of our journey thus far. Let’s have a great school year together! Imagine Bella Dragons, get ready to ROAR in the 2026-2027 school year!

Mrs. Colleen Veris
Principal
Imagine Bella Academy of Excellence

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