In spite of a brief snow squall mid-day yesterday, spring is definitely in the air here at PCA. Leaves are popping throughout the campus and the dormant grass is turning greener; song birds are chirping and wild turkey are wandering through our fields; students are playing and eating outside, and our athletes are donning shorts and t-shirts. What a wonderful time of year this is!

As we visibly see these changes, we are also seeing our students reaching new heights in their own growth and maturation as a result of this year of learning. I am confident that the Lord has taught us all much this past year. One thing we have had to learn is perseverance as a community. I believe this will be a lasting lesson for our students this year--they will have persevered, as will have you and your children's teachers. I am so thankful. The full slate of activities below, and even more scheduled from May and early June, testify to a school fully alive, fully active, and fully engaged. This doesn't happen without teamwork, understanding, and God's guiding and blessing hand.

As you know, I often say: "I am looking forward to seeing you on campus soon!" While I always have meant this, this year it has been more hopeful. Now, it is more and more a reality, as we return to the normal routines of key events, celebrations, and culminating learning events.

Thanks to all of those who joined us during last night's Silent Movie production of "Sherlock, Jr.". Hats off to our talented musicians for a job well done. And a special shout-out to PCA senior and All-State Musician Cort Baussmann for composing the evening's music. Watch Cort discuss the making of this production by clicking on the video link below:

If you missed seeing the movie-- or want to enjoy watching it again, click on the video link below. The movie begins at time stamp 21: 40. Bravo, PCA Eagles!

As a reminder, PCA's health protocols will continue as they are now for the first two weeks after spring break. Upon our return from spring break, the screening questions will be slightly modified. PCA will be changing the travel question to determine only international travel (which requires quarantine), whereas now we ask about travel outside of New England. This means that students who travel domestically (where a passport is not required) may return to campus immediately following break, provided that they respond "NO" to close contact and symptoms questions.

Please note the most recent PCA data below:

Yesterday, many in the world commemorated Earth Day. On such days, I find it appropriate to remember the Creator of the Earth, the Lord, and His call to us to participate in caring for His creation. Psalm 8 comes specifically to mind:

I pray that your family and you will have a safe, restful time today and next week during Spring Vacation. Whether it be at home or travelling afar, I hope this time will be meaningful to you and bring you a sense of renewal after the long winter months. Look forward to seeing you again in May!