Principal's Message

Welcome to Pacific Beach Elementary—Home of the Falcons!

My name is Liz Cronin, and it is my honor to serve as your principal at PBE…a school where every child is encouraged to achieve their full potential. At PBE, we believe that education is about more than academics—it’s about growing compassionate, empathetic, and resilient learners who are ready to succeed in their future.

Our mission guides us each day: to help students understand themselves and others, to show perseverance when challenges arise, and to embrace learning as the pathway to success. Our vision calls us to hold every student to high expectations, while surrounding them with the support and encouragement they need to become confident leaders. We know that when our Falcons are empowered by their own success, they can thrive not only in our school community but also in the wider world.

As your principal, I am committed to partnering with families, uplifting our staff, and ensuring that PBE is a place where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired. Together, we will prepare our students to soar with the skills, knowledge, and character they need to grow—today and into the future. I look forward to working with you this year.

In partnership,

Liz Cronin, M.Ed, NBCT

Pacific Beach Elementary Principal

NBSD Special Services Director