If you have been a loyal subscriber to my newsletter, you may have wondered where the monthly editions have been. Coming into this school year, I knew that I was going to have to take a short leave of absence for medical reasons. Although I am back on my feet, I underestimated the time it would take to heal. When I reflect on this brief pause between the end of September to early October, the grace extended by many of you, with permission to rest and recover, helped me realize that when something unexpected is added to our routines, we may be challenged to adjust our priorities and look at what life presents through a different lens.

When fall turns to winter, and the changing of leaves takes it's course, we can't predict what the next season will bring. So as we gear up for implementing new practices for assisting families with changes to applying for financial aid, or taking important steps toward developing a comprehensive school counseling program, the work can be overwhelming, however, it does not need to be done in isolation.