Principal's Message

Live The Dash–ROAR Every Step! 

Dear Tanner Family,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year at Howard Tanner Elementary — a California Distinguished School and the proud home of the Tanner Tigers!

We are thrilled to welcome you back as we begin another exciting year of growth, learning, and connection. Whether you're returning or new to our school community, know that you belong here — and we’re so glad you're part of our Tiger family. 

This year, our theme is: 

“Live the Dash— ROAR Every Step!” -Because Every Tiger Moment Matters

Inspired by the idea that the “dash” between our beginning and end is where life truly happens, we are committed to making every moment count — in the classroom, on the playground, and throughout our community. At Tanner, every interaction, every lesson, and every act of kindness matters.

Our mission continues to center on empowering resilient, well-rounded learners who ROAR with kindness and strive to make the world better. We believe every child deserves to be seen, supported, and inspired — and when students feel safe and included, they thrive.

Rooted in our values of being empowering, inclusive, and innovative, we’re building a learning environment where students don’t just grow academically — they grow as confident, compassionate, and capable individuals. That’s what it means to ROAR at Tanner.

Let’s make this year one to remember — full of purpose, pride, and powerful learning. Together, we will ROAR in our Dash and make every Tiger moment matter.

With gratitude and Tiger pride,

Belki L. McConnell

Principal, Howard Tanner Elementary