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Back-to-School Greetings for Educators

"Whatever you're doing for others is enough. We are constrained by an inconceivable set of circumstances. Although none of us alone can do enough to make the difference, together we are all doing enough to make a difference. And for now, that's what we can do." Cheri Lovre Crisis Management Institute

Back-to-School Greetings Never before have educators faced the challenges to providing a quality education that you are facing now. Last minute changes and confusion resulting from the reality of an impending rise in COVID cases this fall have sent district leaders into devising and revising last minute plans for full online schooling. Administrators are bearing a most difficult role managing something over which they ultimately have little control. They are to be applauded. Teachers are rushing to redesign curriculum so it is suited for online classes, with a deep commitment and desire to reach ALL their students and to communicate caring and concern for each one. Para-Educators, secretaries, counselors and other support professionals are scrambling for new ways to adjust to this “new normal” in order to make the best experience for every child. Through these past months of this raging pandemic, it has become immensely clear that our schools are the bedrock of our society, our collective wellbeing, and our future. Will the kids be okay? Yes, eventually. Will their education suffer? Maybe. But because of the commitment of educators like you, they will bounce back and they will catch up. Some kids will struggle and fall behind more than others—and that is the biggest challenge in education this year. Educators are heroes who are showing us as a society how to face some very big societal issues that the pandemic has brought to the forefront: issues on race and equity, services for students of all abilities, protecting the safety of the adults and children in schools, and how to be wonderfully imaginative and creative in teaching, during a very difficult time. Educators are showing us what our priorities should be. The health and well-being of all people. We want to remind you that Far West is here to support you. We can help with boosting your tools for anxiety management, resilience, emotional and social learning, and compassion for self and others. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for support. Diana Nielsen & Katie Frisbie Owners of Far West Family Services

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