Giving Thanks

It is the time of year when many of us gather with family and friends to give thanks for what life has blessed us with. This year, I am thankful for many things. In my professional life, I am thankful for the opportunity to wake up each morning knowing that I have the opportunity to make a difference. I believe in public education as a vehicle for creating a better future for all!

I am thankful for my colleagues. I have never worked with a group of more dedicated school administrators. Every day they come to work with the intention of making the school district a place where students can thrive.

I am thankful for our teaching staff. Teaching is a difficult profession that requires dedication, sacrifice and skill. I am proud to say that we have many professional staff members that possess these qualities.

I am thankful for our support staff. These talented, hard-working staff members are responsible for making our school district operate efficiently and effectively. They do this for the least amount of compensation and recognition in the whole school district.

I am thankful for our Board of Education. I often kid with them about why anyone in their right mind would want to volunteer for such a thankless task. They receive no compensation, are held to a higher standard than the general public, usually only hear the negative news and spend countless hours. I admire their dedication to public service and their willingness to share their viewpoints and talents.

I am thankful for the parents of students in our school district. The children you send to school each day are incredible! They are well-mannered and well-behaved. We are lucky to work in such an environment.

Thank you to all and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.