What a joy to see all of our families back on campus over the past two days! The smiles on the faces of our students brought life and energy back to our St. Francis home. It is hard to believe that it has been almost six months since we had classes in session on campus. It brought such hope to know that even though we are still working through all the details, through good communication, together we will figure this all out!
In preparation for students returning to hybrid classes next week, our Director of Marketing and Development, Mrs. Allison Clewett, has worked with student volunteers to create reopening videos. Please enjoy watching these over the next few days to frontload your children on what they can expect when they return on campus. The best way to reduce anxiety is to provide the opportunity for conversation about wearing masks, hand washing, social distancing, and working together to keep each other safe. We hope these videos provide the launch pad for those discussions. Know that we will provide a loving and supportive atmosphere as we practice these new routines in the month of September.
I received many questions about our Virtual Learning platform over the past week. I feel this deserves some special attention to answer any questions you may have and provide clarity on a few common themes. I am hosting two information meetings tomorrow evening for our virtual learning families. Please only attend the one that applies to your student(s):
Finally, I want to thank our teachers who worked so very hard to prepare their rooms for the opening of school. I hope you saw the love and passion they have for educating your children through the creative environment presented in each room. As a student, I would be excited to attend class in any of these rooms as they paint the landscape of endless opportunities for growth and learning throughout this upcoming school year. Let us pray for our teachers and students as they begin their journey together virtually tomorrow. May they be filled with joy in seeing one another and may the students know just how much they are loved by our faculty, staff, and administration.
Be safe and be hopeful,
Jeannette Lambert
Principal
