Dear Families,
Whether we were ready or not, the year has started and we are learning, growing, changing and reimagining where our skills can take us. This year is fully offering us the ability to practice the magic of growth mindset. This mindset comes with the gritty work of failing, mistakes, and being challenged with a daily mentality to try again. Right now, I know we can learn from the children. How adaptable they are, the joy they ignite and spread to one another, and how willing they are to try new things. I have walked down the empty hallway during the day and heard our kindergarten teachers singing to children on the computer, seen our primary and middle teachers working tirelessly to pack student material bags and collaborate with one another, and watched our upper team continue to explore the rigor that age is ready for; all while teachers are managing a new platform. I have sat in parent board meetings where everyone is wearing a mask late at night to discuss what is best for our school. We have seen parents juggle work schedules, develop learning pods, create learning spaces in homes (in unique spaces) and in general… selflessly, take more time for others. Together we will make it a great year and I am excited for the learning ahead.
The Scoop has a new fresh look. Inspired by the natural colors that we love to place in our classrooms. You will receive communication twice per month and individual emails as necessary. As I close I want to share my personal belief that parents are the first and most important teacher of the child. Thank you for fully investing in Chugach's whole child education. I can't wait to see all the new ways we find to come together, enrich this journey, and grow stronger.
Warm Regards,
Clare
