First impressions go a long way. Our family first met Kevin nine years ago the first time we walked through the doors of Clough Pike Elementary. It was meet the teacher night ahead of Bella starting kindergarten. From the moment we walked in, the older students just gravitated toward him because they missed him and the other staff members over the summer. He made sure to greet each one as well as the new students. We knew instantly Clough was the right place for our kids.

Three years later, Noah was supposed to start but his medical issues delayed that. Kevin made sure Noah had access to everything he was supposed to have. The medical issues continued through elementary school and Kevin and the staff kept propping him up to get him through. We exchanged countless emails and phone calls along with several in person meetings.

Last year, Anna started kindergarten. Her favorite thing was Thunderstruck and the prize wheel on Fridays.

He has left his mark on us as parents and all three of our kids.

Our family of five will definitely miss him.

From my daughter, a current KG student:

“I like you. I love you being at school and liked you being principal and helping with the wheel of thunder. I miss you. You’re the best person of a principal in the whole world.” ~Nora

From a former student who adored Kevin:

Dear Mr Thacker,

I will miss you. You were my buddy. You were kind, understanding and made Fridays fun. We shared the same birthday too. I hope to grow up to be like you. Thank you for being my principal.

Stormy