Dear Middle School Families,

 

Monday was historic; we held our first-ever virtual Middle School Meeting. I knew it was going to be good to see everyone together after so many weeks of gathering just one class at a time, but I was moved in a way that caught me off guard. We had eleven (!) screens worth of faces on Zoom at once, and despite the strangeness of the medium, it felt satisfying and familiar.

 

The eighth grade reps helped to host, as they always do. I told everyone how impressed I was with their efforts so far and reminded them - and myself - to focus on what we're gaining rather than what's lost: More time with family, a greater stamina and independence. This cohort will emerge from this experience with unprecedented student skills. I told them: You all may not have the perspective to appreciate how focused, clever and strong you're getting right now, but someday you will.

 

Students and teachers made announcements, and we ended by sharing the video linked here. You may have seen it already, but if not, I hope you take a look. It was a little surprise gift to our students from us. As I said in the video, we miss them. 

 

We've begun the sprint to end of the school year. As one colleague always says, "We're running out of runway!"  If this week is any indication, the last days of school will come in no time. I encourage all of you to soak up these last weeks; enjoy the routine, the community and celebrations.

 

On that note, thanks to all who came to our last parent open parent rep meeting of the year. The notes about how to support your child at home (academically, socially and athletically) are here. 

 

Fondly,
Ana