Earl Hanson Elementary School

Earl Hanson Mission Statement "We, the Earl Hanson School Family, will work together with home and community through kindness, honesty, and respect to become confident, capable life-long learners.”

 The school serves students in PreK (includes Head Start program) through grade 6. In addition, Earl Hanson offers a Head Start program and also houses the school district gifted program and AVID program. Students also learn AVID strategies to help them become strong leaders. Our students use AVID binders to learn how to best stay organized but we use them as a tool to help facilitate communication between home and school. “AVID Elementary is a foundational component of the AVID College Readiness System, and supports AVID’s mission to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.” You can learn more about AVID at their site AVID Elementary.

Kevin Turner

Principal, Earl Hanson Elementary School, Rock Island, IL

Kevin Turner began his career as a 4th and 5th-grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary in Davenport, where he spent seven years creating a dynamic and engaging classroom environment. His passion for supporting both students and teachers led him to serve as an instructional coach for two years, helping educators strengthen their practice and impact.

For the past four years, Mr. Turner has served as an elementary principal, first at Monroe Elementary in Davenport and currently at Neil Armstrong Elementary in Bettendorf, where he just completed his second year. Mr. Turner is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive school culture where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow. With 13 years of experience in elementary education, Mr. Turner brings a deep passion for learning and leadership to his role.

Mr. Turner lives in Davenport, Iowa, with his wife Jordan and their two daughters, Eloise (3) and Raegan (1). Outside of school, Kevin enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the community, and cheering on his daughters as they discover the world around them.