Principal's Page
Welcome to Carlson Elementary School!
My name is Melissa Pluszczynski and I am so grateful to be the principal of Carlson Elementary School. This is my 24th year in VDPS and I look forward to working closely with students, families and staff this year! I have worked with students from Pre-K to 12 and have been in all elementary buildings! I am an Oakland University Graduate with my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Master's Degree in Special Education, and my Education Specialist in Leadership. I taught special education, was an academic coach, an elementary principal, and the director of the Kennedy Early Childhood Center. Van Dyke is my family!
I have been married to my husband Brad for 22 years. My son Brendan is 16 and will be a junior at Lakeview High School. We have 2 French Bulldog puppies we love, Chandler and Beau!
The 2024-2025 school year is going to be wonderful! I look forward to another fantastic year!
VISION STATEMENT
United We Learn. Together We Achieve!
Mission Statement
Carlson Elementary will be committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
CARLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VALUES
1. Communicate and collaborate to guarantee each student is receiving the help they need.
2. Be positive in our belief that every child can be successful.
3. Value students as individuals and work together as a team for the achievement of all.
4. Hold high expectations for each student.
5. Be active in the Carlson community, and work toward common goals to help ensure student success.