Edward Cosentino
Principal
Email: edward_cosentino@hcpss.org
It is a true honor to serve as Principal of Ilchester Elementary and to be part of this wonderful school and community. Our school continues to build on a rich history of academic excellence, made possible by a strong partnership between staff and parents who bring a rich variety of experiences to our children's education. Together, we can offer the modeling, consistency, and structure students need to succeed academically and grow into positive, engaged citizens.
My career in Howard County began 30 years ago as a teacher at Hollifield Station Elementary School. Since then, I've served as assistant principal at Hollifield Station and Bellows Spring Elementary Schools, and as principal at Bushy Park, Clemens Crossing, and Phelps Luck Elementary Schools. Each of these communities has shaped me, and I'm grateful for the chance to bring those experiences to my work here at Ilchester.
As your principal, my goal is to build a learning community where students grow in knowledge and confidence, teachers actively engage students in meaningful learning, and parents are valued partners every step of the way. I welcome your comments, questions, and concerns — please don't hesitate to reach out and start that conversation.
It is a privilege and an honor to serve as your elementary school principal.
LaShonne Wright
Assistant Principal
Email: lashonne_wright@hcpss.org
School Overview
Vision
It is our vision to create life-long learners who possess the skills, confidence, and knowledge to meet the challenges that they face today and beyond!
Mission
The mission of Ilchester Elementary School is to create a safe and nurturing learning environment that meets the academic needs of all of our learners, as we strive to inspire and guide students to become caring, responsible, independent, and productive members of our diverse community.
Cluster 1 Board of Education Representative
Howard County public schools are divided into school clusters, which are assigned to individual Board members to facilitate school visitations, attend special events, and provide a point of contact for each school community. View all BOE school cluster assignments.
Ilchester Elementary School BOE Representative: Meg Ricks