As we find ourselves a little over a month into the new school year, so much is different from how we envisioned ourselves teaching. Teaching from your living room, getting students and families access to technology, helping students navigate the many learning platforms...it's safe to say this is all a lot. A. LOT.
The work everyone is doing on behalf of the children and families in SPS is nothing short of amazing. It's unprecedented. What has been asked of you is huge. The unrelenting work you are engaging in is helping students and families in a time when we are all impacted by the multiple crises we find ourselves experiencing.
Please know that we see you. We see all your hard work. We see you feeling like you aren't doing enough, even though you are working harder than ever to get it all done. We see you checking in on every student, while carrying the full weight of this moment on your shoulders. Please make sure you find time to take care of yourself. Allow yourself grace. Your mental and physical health are most important in this time.