June 1, 2026
On Friday afternoon, a wonderful and heartwarming assembly was held to honor Webster Elementary School Principal Brad Clark, who is retiring at the end of the school year. Mr. Clark has been an employee of the Watertown Unified School District for 32 years, and has served as Webster’s principal for 21 years. Mr. Clark grew up in Watertown and is a proud graduate of Watertown High School – he is also a 6th grade graduate of Webster, the very school he went on to lead and where he spent his best years in education.
During the assembly, students and staff were greeted by the Watertown High School Drumline, Gus the Gosling, LOTS of cheering, and a new friend – Clark, the Webster Wildcat mascot generously donated by the Webster PTO.
Special attendees at the event included Mr. Clark’s extended family and close friends, many of whom introduced themselves with a greeting and short story about Mr. Clark while hidden from view. Mr. Clark had to guess who was speaking – this was great fun!
In addition to welcoming the surprise guests, Mr. Clark was presented with a commemorative gift from student representatives in each grade and the whole school sang a special song to Mr. Clark called “Remember Me.”
It was truly a memorable afternoon, and we wish you all the best in your retirement, Mr. Clark!
During the assembly, students and staff were greeted by the Watertown High School Drumline, Gus the Gosling, LOTS of cheering, and a new friend – Clark, the Webster Wildcat mascot generously donated by the Webster PTO.
Special attendees at the event included Mr. Clark’s extended family and close friends, many of whom introduced themselves with a greeting and short story about Mr. Clark while hidden from view. Mr. Clark had to guess who was speaking – this was great fun!
In addition to welcoming the surprise guests, Mr. Clark was presented with a commemorative gift from student representatives in each grade and the whole school sang a special song to Mr. Clark called “Remember Me.”
It was truly a memorable afternoon, and we wish you all the best in your retirement, Mr. Clark!