Last week was heartbreaking for our community. I want to thank all of the families for the continued support as we navigate education in our current landscape. I appreciate the teachers and staff members for being diligent and focusing on the care of our kids. I appreciate the students for their ability to adapt and support each other. I appreciate the first responders who support our community. Keeping our kids safe is our number one priority, and we will work to ensure that we continue this priority and improve where necessary. I am confident that our mission of safety is being met and that it is due to the efforts and collaboration of everyone in our community that make it work.

Last Tuesday, campus leaders and counselors met in the morning to collaborate and facilitate resources to support our staff and our families. I have linked our counselors website as it has some valuable information for families. I have also linked two resources that are beneficial reading for families as well as educators.

Counselors Website

Here is a link to an article titled Coping After Violence.

Here is a link to an article titled Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers.

Also attached to this newsletter are the Security FAQs that were sent out late last week in case you may have missed them. One more note about last week. We made the decision to cancel conferences and that was a tough one. We hope that many of you will still be able to connect with your child's teacher over the next week or so if you'd like to conference. They may be reaching out to you as well if there are specific things that need to be discussed. If you have any questions that I may be able to answer, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Security FAQs

Veterans Day Assembly
Our 10th annual Veterans' Day assembly will be in person! Please use the link below to R.S.V.P. for the assembly and reception. Please include the Veterans' name and branch of service as well as the extra number of family members that will attend so we have enough chairs and treats! There is also a paper copy of the google form available, please check with your child's teacher or building secretary for a printed copy. We hope to see you and your military family on November 10th from 2-3pm in the courtyard! (Rain plan, PCS Gym) Reception following from 3-3:30pm in the elementary cafeteria. Respond by November 7th!

Veterans' Day Assembly R.S.V.P